At a Glance
- Philadelphia Eagles vs. Washington Commanders final game on Jan 4, 2026, at 4:25 p.m. ET.
- SEPTA adds sports express trains every 10 minutes from noon to 4 p.m. on the Broad Street Line to NRG Station.
- News Of Philadelphia will air pre- and post-game coverage, including an interview with Ryan Quigley about a New Year’s Day survivor.
Why it matters: Fans and commuters need to know extra transit and coverage options for the big game.
The Philadelphia Eagles will face the Washington Commanders in their regular-season finale on Jan. 4, 2026, and SEPTA and News Of Philadelphia are ramping up services to accommodate the crowds.
Game and Schedule
The matchup is set for 4:25 p.m. ET at Lincoln Financial Field. The Eagles hold an 11-5 record, sit third seed, and could move to second if they win or if the Bears lose to the Lions.
SEPTA Extra Service
On Jan 2, 2026, SEPTA announced extra Broad Street Line service to NRG Station. From noon to 4 p.m., sports express trips depart every 10 minutes from Fern Rock Transit Center, supplementing regular trains that run every eight minutes or less. After the game, 10 sports express trains will run from NRG Station, and fans can connect via dozens of bus routes with a free Market-Frankford Line transfer.
- Noon-4 p.m.: express trips every 10 minutes
- Regular service every 8 minutes or less
- 10 express trains post-game
- Free transfer from Market-Frankford Line
Broadcast Coverage
News Of Philadelphia will provide pregame and postgame coverage on its Eagles Gameday Kickoff and Eagles Gameday Final programs. The pregame show airs at 9:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan 4, 2026, on News Of Philadelphia and its streaming channel, hosted by Amy Fadool. The post-game show airs late Sunday after Sunday Night Football and News Of Philadelphia News.
The pregame special will feature an interview between Jacqueline London and Ryan Quigley, an Eagles fan who survived the New Year’s Day attack in New Orleans and lost his best friend, Tiger Bech.
Team Context
The Eagles, at 11-5, sit in third seed, with a chance to move to second if they defeat the Commanders or if the Bears lose to the Lions on Sunday. They plan to rest several key starters.
- Current record: 11-5
- Third seed; potential second seed
- Resting key starters
Key Takeaways
- SEPTA adds extra trains for the Eagles vs. Commanders game.
- News Of Philadelphia offers pre- and post-game coverage.
- Fans can rest easy knowing transport and broadcast plans.
With SEPTA’s enhanced service and News Of Philadelphia‘s comprehensive coverage, fans have all they need to enjoy the Eagles’ season finale.
