Since the 1996 alterations, the team has made only minor alterations, mostly relating to jersey/pant combinations worn during specific games. For example, in 1997, against the San Francisco 49ers, the team wore midnight green jerseys and pants for the first of only two occasions in team history. The second occasion was the final regular season game at Veterans Stadium, a win over the division-rival Washington Redskins. And in the first two games of the 2003 season (both home losses to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New England Patriots), The Eagles wore white jerseys with white pants. Since 2003, the white jerseys along with white pants have been worn during preseason games. However, in every regular season game since the New England loss, when the team has worn the white jersey, they have paired it with green pants. The Eagles, though, did wear the white jerseys with white pants in two regular season games on the road since then. The first was against the Green Bay Packers on September 9, 2007. The second was on September 26, 2010, in a 28–3 win at the Jacksonville Jaguars.
The 2003 season also saw the first (though only subtle) change to the 1996-style uniform. On both white and green jerseys, black shadows and silver trim were added to both the green and white numbering. The stripe on the pants changed from black-green-black to black-silver-green on the white pants, and from a solid black stripe to one stripe of black, another of silver, with one small white stripe in between for the midnight green pants. The 2003 season also saw the team debut black alternate jerseys, with a green (instead of black) shadow on white numbers, and silver trim. These black jerseys have been worn for two selected home games each season (usually the first home game after bye week and season finale). In the 2003 and 2004 regular-season home finales, the team wore the green road pants with the black alternate jerseys, but lost each game. Since then, the Eagles have only worn the black jerseys with the white pants. However, due to the special 75th anniversary uniforms serving as the "alternates" for one game in 2007, the Eagles could not wear the alternate black jersey that season per league rules (alternate uniforms are permitted twice per season but only one can be used). However, the black jerseys with white pants re-appeared for the 2008 Thanksgiving night game against the Arizona Cardinals. The black jerseys were most recently used in a November 29, 2009 game against the Washington Redskins. Since 2006, the Eagles have only worn the alternate black jerseys once a season and for the last November home game, but did not use them in 2007, 2010, and 2011. For the 2007 and 2010 seasons, the Eagles used throwback uniforms in place of the black alternates for their anniversary to commemorate past teams. The team also started wearing black shoes exclusively in 2004.
 

 

Philadelphia Eagles 75th anniversary uniform: 2007

To celebrate the team's 75th anniversary, the 2007 uniforms featured a 75th-season logo patch on the left shoulder. In addition, the team wore "throwback" jerseys in a 2007 game against the Detroit Lions. The yellow and blue jerseys, the same colors found on Philadelphia's city flag, are based on those worn by the Philadelphia Eagles in the team's inaugural season, and were the same colors used by the former Frankford Yellow Jacketsfranchise prior to their suspension of operations in 1931. The Eagles beat Detroit, 56–21.[17]
The Philadelphia Eagles wear their white jerseys at home for preseason games and daytime games in the first half of the regular season from September to mid-October when the temperature is warmer. In night contests in the first half of the regular season, the Eagles do not need to wear white at home since the temperature is cooler. However, there have been exceptions, such as the home opener against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2003 and the Washington Redskins in 2007 that were played at night. In late October or beginning in November, the Eagles start to wear their colors at home (although they have done it earlier before), be it the midnight green jerseys or a third jersey. On one occasion the Eagles wore white at home after October in a meeting against the Dallas Cowboys on November 4, 2007 to make the Cowboys wear their road blue jerseys. Since moving to Lincoln Financial Field in 2003, the Eagles have worn white at home for at least their home opener. The Eagles have worn white for their home opener in every game since moving to Lincoln Financial Field in 2003, with the exceptions for the 2010 home opener (see next paragraph) and the 2011 home opener against the New York Giants. For the 2011 season, the Eagles did not wear white for any of their home games.
In the 2010 season against the Green Bay Packers, on September 12, 2010, the Eagles wore uniforms similar to the ones that were worn by the 1960 championship team in honor the 50th anniversary of that team.[18]
For the 2012 season Nike took over from Reebok as the NFL's official apparel licensee but Eagles decided that they would not be adopting Nike's "Elite 51" uniform technology. Aside from the Nike logo replacing the Reebok logo, the only other change is the league-wide revision of the NFL shield on the uniform (replacing the NFL Equipment logo), other than that the uniforms essentially remain unchanged. The Eagles also revived their black alternate jersey.

Training camp
The Eagles previously held their preseason training camp from the end of July through mid-August each year at Lehigh University in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania in the Lehigh Valley.[19] With the addition of new head coach Chip Kelly, the Eagles recently moved their training camp to the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia[20].[21] Training camps were previously held at Chestnut Hill Academy in 1935, St. Joseph's University in 1939 and 1943, Saranac Lake from 1946–1948, Hershey from 1951–1967, Albright College from 1968–1972, Widener University from 1973–1979, and West Chester University from 1980–1995.[21]

Fight song
For more details on this topic, see Fly, Eagles Fly.
This fight song is heard during Eagles' home games after touchdowns and before the team is introduced prior to kickoff:
Fly, Eagles fly, on the road to victory!
Fight, Eagles fight, score a touchdown 1–2–3!
Hit 'em low, hit 'em high,
And watch our Eagles fly!
Fly, Eagles fly, on the road to victory!
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES!

Fans
Devotion
Although the method may vary, studies that attempt to rank the 32 fan bases in the NFL consistently place Eagles fans among the best in the league, noting their "unmatched fervor."[22] Eagles fans have numerous dedicated web communities, ranking the Eagles just behind the Phillies as the dominant Philadelphia sports presence on the web.[23]
The American City Business Journals, which conducts a regular study to determine the most loyal fans in the NFL, evaluates fans based primarily on attendance-related factors,[24] and ranked Eagles fans third in both 1999[25] and 2006.[26]The 2006 study called the fans "incredibly loyal," noting that they filled 99.8 percent of the seats in the stadium over the previous decade.[27] Forbes placed the Eagles fans first in its 2008 survey,[28] which was based on the correlation between team performance and fan attendance.[29] ESPN.com placed Eagles fans fourth in the league in its 2008 survey, citing the connection between the team's performance and the mood of the city.[30] The last home game which was blacked out on television in the Philadelphia market as a result of not being sold out was against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, September 12, 1999, which was Andy Reid's first home game as new head coach of the Eagles.
The studies note that—win or lose—Eagles fans can be counted on to pack their stadium. As of August 2008, the team had sold out 71 consecutive games, and 70,000 were on the team's waiting list for season tickets.[30] Despite finishing with a 6–10 record in the 2005–2006 season, the Eagles ranked second in the NFL in merchandise sales, and single-game tickets for the next season were sold out minutes after phone and Internet lines opened.[31]

Bad behavior
Along with their devotion Eagles fans were, however, also notorious for bad behavior, especially when the team played its rivals.[32] In If Football's a Religion, Why Don't We Have a Prayer?,Jereé Longman described the fans of 700 Level of Veterans Stadium as having a reputation for "hostile taunting, fighting, public urination and general strangeness."[33] So many incidents occurred at a 1997 game against the 49ers that at the following home game Judge Seamus McCaffrey began presiding over a temporary courtroom at the stadium; 20 suspects came before him that day.[32] Fan behavior improved after the team's move to Lincoln Financial Field, and "Eagles Court" ended in December 2003.[34]

Eagles Cheerleaders
Main article: Philadelphia Eagles Cheerleaders
The team also has its own cheerleading squad, who performs a variety of dance moves for the fans and the Eagles on the sideline.[35] The squad also releases a swimsuit calendar each year, and is the first squad in the league to release the calendar on the Android and iOS mobile systems.[36][37]

Charitable activity
Eagles Fly for Leukemia, Ronald McDonald Houses
In 1971, Kim Hill, the daughter of Eagles tight end Fred Hill, was diagnosed with leukemia. As Hill and his family dealt with this devastating blow, his teammates and owner Leonard Tose pledged their emotional support. As Hill continued to research his daughter's leukemia, the support of Leonard Tose and the Eagles continued to inspire him. The Eagles held fund-raising dinners, the team made individual contributions, and Fred and Kim continued to bravely battle this disease. After Kim Hill's successful treatment, her father became committed to helping other families battle pediatric cancers. From helping them identify resources, to assisting financially, Fred Hill and his teammates continued their fight against childhood cancers. In 1972, Philadelphia Eagles owner Leonard Tose officially recognized Eagles Fly for Leukemia as the official philanthropy of the Philadelphia Eagles Football Club.[citation needed]
The Philadelphia Eagles Helmet Cart sat at Joseph A. Scirrotto Jr.'s (Designer of the 74 Helmet) "Joe's Gulf Gas Station" at Rising Sun Ave & Van Kirk St. 1974 off season year to raise money for "The Eagles Fly for Leukemia", where every weekend Eagles NFL Team Members joined to help raise awareness and funds.[citation needed]
The Eagles and Leonard Tose established the first Ronald McDonald House, a place for families to find shelter when their children are sick. Now, over 200 Ronald McDonald houses shelter thousands of families around the world. The spirit continued, and over the last 30 years Eagles Fly for Leukemia has raised over $10 million towards pediatric cancer research and family support. In 1991, Eagles Fly for Leukemia soared higher and became established as a free-standing non-profit organization, outside of the Eagles Football Club.

Eagles Youth Partnership
In 1995, in an effort to better give back to the community, Eagles Youth Partnership (EYP) was formed as a 501(c)(3) public charity in the emerging field of sports philanthropy.
Eagles Youth Partnership (EYP) serves over 50,000 low income children in the Greater Philadelphia region every year via two mobile units, the Eagles Eye Mobile, which gives eye examinations, and the Eagles Book Mobile, a literacy program. EYP is also known for annual playground builds in underserved neighborhoods, an annual chess tournament, and a variety of other programs and events. Since 2009 EYP has also staged a fan appreciation night entitled Eagles Flight Night. The night marks the Eagles first appearance of the season at Lincoln Financial Field, and is held in the form of a public practice.
The Philadelphia Eagles Football Club is the EYP's largest funder. The Eagles also donate free office space, staff support and other resources in support of the organization. Corporate, foundation and individual donors join to support Eagles Youth Partnership's efforts.
In December, 2011, The Eagles, together with Eagles Youth Partnership, were recognized as best professional sports team in the world for their impact and leadership in the community. The Best Team award was bestowed by Beyond Sport, a London-based organization that promotes the use of sport for social good internationally. The Eagles/Eagles Youth Partnership were selected from among more than 135 countries and 28 different sports.

Awards and honors
Retired numbers
 

N°	Player	Position	Years played
15	Steve Van Buren	HB	1944-51
20	Brian Dawkins	S	1996-2008, 2012
40	Tom Brookshier	DB	1953–61
44	Pete Retzlaff	RB, WR, TE	1956–66
60	Chuck Bednarik	LB, C	1949–62
70	Al Wistert	OT	1943–51
92	Reggie White(*)	DE	1985–92
99	Jerome Brown(*)	DT	1987–91

Notes:
• (*) Posthumous honors.
• Despite the numbers not being retired, no one has ever worn Donovan McNabb's #5, or Randall Cunningham's #12 since those players have left the Eagles.[38] Owner Jeffrey Lurie stated during the Eagles' 2009 training camp that Dawkins's 20 will not be re-issued to another player as long as he is the owner.[39] Following Dawkins' retirement from the NFL on April 23, 2012, the Eagles announced that they would retire his number.

Pro Football Hall of Famers
Main article: Pro Football Hall of Fame
• Chuck Bednarik (1967) – 1949–62
• Bert Bell (1963) – 1933–40
• Bob Brown (2004) – 1964–68
• Richard Dent (2011) – 1997
• Mike Ditka (1988) – 1967–68
• Bill Hewitt (1971) – 1937–39
• Sonny Jurgensen (1983) – 1957–63
• James Lofton (2003) – 1993
• Ollie Matson (1972) – 1964–66
• Tommy McDonald (1998) – 1957–63
• James Arthur "Art" Monk (2008) – 1995
• Earle "Greasy" Neale (1969) – 1941–50
• Pete Pihos (1970) – 1947–55
• Jim Ringo (1981) – 1964–67
• Norm Van Brocklin (1971) – 1958–60
• Steve Van Buren (1965) – 1944–51
• Reggie White (2006) – 1985–92
• Alex Wojciechowicz (1968) – 1946–50

 

Eagles Hall of Fame
In 1987, the Eagles Honor Roll was established. Each Eagle player who had by then been elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame was among the inaugural induction class. By 2012 the Honor Roll had been retitled the Eagles Hall of Fame.[40]
1987
• 60 Chuck Bednarik, C-LB, 1949–1962
• Bert Bell, founder-owner, 1933–1940
• 17 Harold Carmichael, WR, 1971–1983
• 56 Bill Hewitt, TE-DE, 1936–1939 and 1943
• 9 Sonny Jurgensen, QB, 1957–1963
• 33 Ollie Matson, RB, 1964–1966
• 31 Wilbert Montgomery, RB, 1977–1984
• Earle "Greasy" Neale, Head Coach, 1941–1950
• 35 Pete Pihos, TE-DE, 1947–1955
• 54 Jim Ringo, C, 1964–1967
• 11 Norm Van Brocklin, QB, 1958–1960
• 15 Steve Van Buren, RB-S, 1944–1951
• 53 Alex Wojciechowicz, C-DT, 1946–1950
1988
• 66 Bill Bergey, LB, 1974–1980
• 25 Tommy McDonald, WR, 1957–1963
1989
• 40 Tom Brookshier, CB, 1954–1961
• 44 Pete Retzlaff, TE, 1956–1966
1990
• 22 Timmy Brown, RB, 1960–1967
1991
• 76 Jerry Sisemore, OT, 1973–1987
• 75 Stan Walters, OT, 1975–1983
1992
• 7 Ron Jaworski, QB, 1977–1986
1993
• 28 Bill Bradley, S-P, 1969–1976
1994
• Dick Vermeil, head coach, 1976–1982
1995
• Jim Gallagher, team executive, 1949–1995
• 82 Mike Quick, WR, 1982–1990
1996
• 99 Jerome Brown, DT, 1987–1991
1999
• Otho Davis, head trainer, 1973–1995
• 1948 NFL Championship team
• 1949 NFL Championship team
2004
• 76 Bob Brown, OT, 1964–1968
2006
• 92 Reggie White, DE, 1985–1992
2009
• 70 Al Wistert, OT, 1943–1951
• 12 Randall Cunningham, QB-P, 1985–1995
2011
• 21 Eric Allen, CB, 1988–94[41]
• Jim Johnson, defensive coordinator, 1999–2008[41]
2012
• Leo Carlin, ticket manager, 1960–present; was inducted on November 26, 2012[40]
• 23 Troy Vincent, CB, 1996–2003; was inducted on November 26, 2012[40]

Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame
Main article: Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame
• Chuck Bednarik
• Bert Bell
• Tom Brookshier (2010)
• Tommy McDonald
• Pete Pihos
• Steve Van Buren
• Reggie White
• broadcaster Bill Campbell

Eagles Radio Affiliates
 

 

Map of radio affiliates.
 

City	Call Sign	Frenquency
Atlantic City, New Jersey	WPGG	1450 AM
Easton, Pennsylvania	WCTO	96.1 FM
Levittown, Pennsylvania	WBCB	1490 AM
Milford, Delaware	WAFL	97.7 FM
Millville, New Jersey	WENJ	97.3 FM
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	WIP	610 AM
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania	WIP-FM	94.1 FM
Pottsville, Pennsylvania	WPPA	1360 AM
Reading, Pennsylvania	WEEU	830 AM
Scranton, Pennsylvania	WEJL	630 AM
Sunbury, Pennsylvania	WEGH	107.3 FM
Williamsport, Pennsylvania	WBZD-FM	93.3 FM
Wilmington, Delaware	WDEL	1150 AM
York, Pennsylvania	WSOX	96.1 FM

From 2008 through 2010, Eagles games were broadcast on both rock-formatted WYSP and sports-talk Sports Radio 610 WIP, as both stations are owned and operated by CBS Radio. In 2011, CBS dropped the music on WYSP, renaming it WIP-FM and making it a full simulcast of WIP.
Merrill Reese, who joined the Eagles in the mid-1970s, is the play-by-play announcer, and former Eagles wide receiver Mike Quick, who replaced the offense lineman Stan Walters, is the color analyst. The post gameshow consist of many Philadelphia sports personality's. Namely Kevin Riley, and Rob Ellis. Riley the former post-game host for the show on 94 WYSP; before the WIP change over, and Rob Ellis who host a weekly show nightly from 6pm till 10pm on the 94.1 WIP.

 

Most preseason games are televised on WPVI, the local ABC owned and operated station. Television announcers for these preseason games are Scott Graham and Brian Baldinger.
Media and cultural reference
The 1976 draw was the subject of the movie Invincible. The movie stars Mark Wahlberg as Vince Papale, a 30 year old bartender and part-time school teacher, and also a diehard Eagles fan who became an Eagles player. The film differs slightly from true events as the selection process was invitation only, and Papale had at least some previous playing experience.[43] The film Silver Linings Playbook Highlights the 2008 Philadelphia Eagles season. The film was critically acclaimed and nominated for several awards including 8 Academy Awards.
The award winning comedy series 'It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia' starring Danny DeVito makes several references to the Philadelphia Eagles, most notably Season 3, Episode 2 - The Gang Gets Invincible