Eagles Kick Off Preseason Against Bengals in Super Bowl Return
Tonight marks a big moment for NFL fans — the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles are officially back in action for the first time since lifting the Lombardi Trophy earlier this year. They’ll be hosting the Cincinnati Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field in their 2025 preseason opener, and while the game won’t count toward the regular season standings, there’s still plenty of excitement, intrigue, and roster storylines to watch.
The last time these two teams met, the Eagles came out on top with a decisive 37-17 win in Cincinnati. Now, the rematch comes with both squads looking to evaluate their rosters, sharpen their playbooks, and get a first real taste of game-speed action before the regular season grind begins. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m. ET, with local broadcasts in each team’s market and streaming available for out-of-market viewers on NFL+.
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For the Bengals, the offseason was marked by big moves — extensions for star receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins kept the offensive core intact. But one of their most dominant defensive players, sack leader Trey Hendrickson, is still waiting for a new deal. In the meantime, all eyes will be on rookie defensive end Shemar Stewart, a first-round pick who had a brief holdout before signing. This will be the first real chance to see how his explosive potential translates against NFL competition, and he could be in line for a bigger role if Hendrickson’s contract situation lingers into the season.
On the Eagles’ side, the focus is partly on the future. General manager Howie Roseman, who built last year’s championship roster, is hoping to strike gold again with the 2025 rookie class. One name already turning heads is linebacker Jihaad Campbell, taken late in the first round and considered a steal by many analysts. Campbell is coming off shoulder surgery but has impressed defensive coordinator Vic Fangio in camp. A strong preseason could help him climb the depth chart quickly, possibly leapfrogging second-year linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
Beyond the individual battles, tonight’s game is a chance for coaches to test schemes, evaluate depth, and see which players rise to the challenge under the lights. For fans, it’s also the unofficial return of football — that first glimpse of jerseys on the field, play calls coming in, and rookies trying to prove they belong.
The preseason may not carry the high stakes of the playoffs, but moments like this are when rosters are shaped, surprise stars emerge, and storylines for the upcoming season begin to take form. By the end of tonight, we’ll have our first look at how the reigning champs plan to defend their crown — and whether the Bengals are ready to be one of the teams standing in their way.
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