The Philadelphia Eagles have released their 2024 schedule, which features a groundbreaking international opener in Brazil and a highly anticipated Monday Night Football clash against the Atlanta Falcons.
The Philadelphia Eagles will make history in 2024 when they become the first NFL team to open the regular season in South America. On Sunday, September 8th, the Eagles will travel to Brazil to face the Kansas City Chiefs at Estadio Jornalista Mario Filho, commonly known as the Maracanã.
This marks a significant milestone for the NFL's international expansion, bringing the sport to a passionate and enthusiastic fan base in Brazil. The Maracanã, an iconic stadium that has hosted the FIFA World Cup and Olympic Games, is expected to provide a thrilling atmosphere for this unforgettable opener.
Following their historic trip to Brazil, the Eagles will return home to Lincoln Financial Field to host the Atlanta Falcons on Monday Night Football on September 16th. This primetime matchup promises to be an electrifying affair, showcasing two of the most exciting offenses in the NFL.
The Falcons, led by star quarterback Marcus Mariota, boast an explosive passing attack with a dynamic receiving corps. The Eagles, on the other hand, will look to their own high-octane offense, spearheaded by quarterback Jalen Hurts and a talented group of playmakers.
The Eagles' complete 2024 schedule is as follows:
* Week 1: @ Kansas City Chiefs (September 8)
* Week 2: vs. Atlanta Falcons (September 16)
* Week 3: @ Pittsburgh Steelers (September 22)
* Week 4: vs. Arizona Cardinals (September 29)
* Week 5: @ Indianapolis Colts (October 6)
* Week 6: vs. Washington Commanders (October 13)
* Week 7: @ Buffalo Bills (October 20)
* Week 8: vs. New York Jets (October 27)
* Week 9: BYE
* Week 10: @ Cleveland Browns (November 10)
* Week 11: vs. Tennessee Titans (November 17)
* Week 12: @ Detroit Lions (November 24)
* Week 13: vs. Miami Dolphins (December 1)
* Week 14: @ New York Giants (December 8)
* Week 15: vs. Los Angeles Chargers (December 15)
* Week 16: @ Jacksonville Jaguars (December 22)
* Week 17: vs. New Orleans Saints (December 29)
* Week 18: @ Tampa Bay Buccaneers (January 5)
Beyond the international opener and Monday Night Football showdown with the Falcons, the Eagles face several other intriguing matchups in 2024. They will host their division rivals, the Dallas Cowboys and Washington Commanders, as well as other competitive opponents like the Buffalo Bills and Tennessee Titans.
The Eagles' defense, ranked among the top in the league, will be tested throughout the season, facing offenses led by established quarterbacks such as Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen, and Aaron Rodgers.
After reaching the Super Bowl in 2023, the Eagles enter the 2024 season with high expectations. With a talented roster led by Hurts and several key playmakers on both sides of the ball, the Eagles aim to make another deep playoff run and contend for their second championship in the last six years.
