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Some rivalries take a while to get going, while others start fast before fading into the past. Few rivalries start strong and never cease to lose that intensity and passion, but this is the space where the Cowboys-Eagles rivalry lies, as it has been a good one since its first matchup more than 60 years ago. The spirit of the rivalry has lived on ahead of this Sunday night, when the two bitter NFC East division rivals will square off in a game to decide first place in the NFC East.
As expected, both teams are in the running to earn the NFC’s No. 1 that comes with a coveted playoff bye. Philadelphia is a conference-best 10-2, but is coming off a blowout loss to the 49ers. The loss closed the gap between Philadelphia and Dallas, which improved to 9-3 last week after edging the Seahawks, 41-35.
Before Sunday’s game, here’s a look at the 10 most memorable moments in the Cowboys-Eagles rivalry.
10. Eagles edge Cowboys in first meeting
The Eagles’ existence began in 1933, the same year as the Pittsburgh Pirates (later renamed Steelers) and now-defunct Cincinnati Reds (which became the St. Louis Gunners before ceasing operations after the 1934 season). The franchise blossomed into the NFL’s best team following World War II, as the Eagles, led by Hall of Fame running back Steve Van Buren and Hall of Fame defensive end Pete Pihos, lost the 1947 NFL Championship Game before capturing consecutive league titles the following two seasons.
After a promising 1959 season, Philadelphia was gearing up for another championship run in 1960. The Eagles’ roster was flooded with talent that included Hall of Famers in quarterback Norm Van Brocklin, receiver Tommy McDonald and center/linebacker Chuck Bednarik. Philadelphia’s roster that season also included Pro Bowlers in end Pete Retzlaff, kicker/tight end Bobby Watson, linebacker Maxie Baughan, and cornerback Tom Brookshier,
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Author : Bryan DeArdo
Publish date : 2023-12-09 17:57:01
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