Cowboys and Eagles Clash in 2025 NFL Kickoff, Marking first Season-Opener Between Rivals in 25 Years
PHILADELPHIA – The 2025 NFL season began Thursday night with a highly anticipated matchup between the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. This marks the first time these NFC East rivals have opened a season against each other as 2000, when Philadelphia dominated Dallas 41-14.
The game carries meaningful weight as both teams aim to set the tone for the season. Philadelphia looks to begin their title defense with a statement win, while Dallas seeks to spoil the Eagles’ home opener and establish themselves as a contender in the NFC.The Eagles entered the contest as 8.5-point favorites, according to ESPN BET – the largest spread for a defending champion in a kickoff game since 2021 when Tampa Bay hosted.
Recent history between the two teams presents a complex narrative. While Philadelphia swept the series in the 2024 season, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott boasts a 4-1 record against the Eagles since 2021, having missed both games last season. In those four wins,Prescott has thrown 16 touchdown passes against only one interception.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts will lead the Philadelphia offense, aiming to replicate the success that culminated in a Super Bowl victory. Fans are closely watching to see if the Eagles can maintain their championship form, and if prescott can continue his strong performance against Philadelphia despite the challenging road habitat.
Follow live updates, highlights, and key moments from this pivotal NFL kickoff game throughout the night.ESPN Research contributed to this story.
