At a Glance
- The Eagles have been locked into the 3-seed in the NFC.
- A 2-seed is still possible if they win Week 18 and the Bears lose.
- The News Of Philadelphia‘s playoff simulator shows an 11% chance for the 2-seed before the Bills game.
- Why it matters: Fans can now focus on Week 18 and the Bears’ outcome to determine the Eagles’ final playoff position.
The Panthers’ 27-10 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday afternoon sealed the Eagles’ status as the lowest-seeded division winner in the NFC, making a drop to the 4-seed impossible.
Eagles Locked in 3-Seed
The 3-seed is guaranteed because the Eagles won the NFC East for the second straight season. Even if the Panthers had won their remaining two games, the Eagles would still finish no worse than the 3-seed.
Path to the 2-Seed
To climb to the 2-seed, the Eagles must:
- Beat the Bills in Week 18.
- Beat the Commanders in Week 18.
- Rely on the Bears to lose their games in Week 17 and Week 18.
The Bears are in San Francisco on Sunday Night Football in Week 17 and host the Lions in Week 18.
Playoff Simulator
| Current Seed | Conditions for 2-Seed | Probability |
|---|---|---|
| 3-seed | Win Week 18 vs Bills & Commanders, Bears lose | 11% |
The News Of Philadelphia’s simulator, run before the Bills game, reflected the slim odds of an 11% chance for the Eagles to finish as the 2-seed.
Key Takeaways
- The Eagles are firmly in the 3-seed position.
- A 2-seed remains possible with specific Week 18 wins and a Bears loss.
- The playoff odds for the 2-seed are 11% according to the simulator.
The season’s final week will decide whether the Eagles can move up to the top spot in the NFC or settle for the third-seeded playoff berth.
