There’s something different about this Philadelphia Eagles team — and it’s not just the names on the back of the jerseys. Whether it’s in the locker room, at practice, or even away from the gridiron, the energy is undeniable. It’s the kind of swagger that doesn’t need to be explained — just witnessed.
What happened at The Palestra didn’t show up in a box score, but it told you everything you need to know about how this team is built and why the rest of the league should be on alert. The Eagles are making noise in more ways than one — and it’s not just coming from the usual suspects.
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Saquon Barkley, Cooper DeJean Turn a Philadelphia Eagles Team Event Into a Statement
The Eagles have been showcasing their chemistry since winning the Super Bowl, and it continues to shine. Two big reasons for their surge in 2024 were the immediate impact of new additions: running back Saquon Barkley and defensive back Cooper DeJean.
At a team-building event at The Palestra, the duo flashed their athleticism with a slick alley-oop dunk on the hardwood.
THE OOP! THE DUNK! 🤯 pic.twitter.com/arlbdWrSZM
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) May 23, 2025
It might be a signal to the rest of the league that yes, white men can jump — and maybe throwing to DeJean’s side of the field isn’t the best idea. His ability to make highlight-reel plays is real.
The Eagles are no strangers to success under head coach Nick Sirianni, who owns a 48-20 record (.706 winning percentage) since taking over in 2021. That includes two Super Bowl appearances and one title in his first four years. During that time, the front office has thrived in the draft and made savvy moves through trades and free agency.
General manager Howie Roseman has cemented himself as one of the top executives in sports. He continues to stack a loaded 53-man roster — and practice squad — with elite talent. The offense leans on a power run game with Barkley, while wideouts A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith give defenses plenty to worry about on the outside.
As always, the Eagles dominate in the trenches. Their offensive and defensive lines are among the league’s best, and the pressure they generate up front allows their playmakers to thrive and tilt games in their favor.
The Eagles’ schedule this year is no joke — they’ll face 10 playoff teams from last season. But they’ve got the firepower to hang with anyone. With quarterback Jalen Hurts able to extend plays and convert on the Tush Push at an elite rate, this team is never out of a game.
They added depth this offseason and retained key pieces of their championship core. Repeating is never easy, but this Eagles squad is built to take another shot at it.