NFC East
The NFC East is a division of the National Football League (NFL)'s National Football Conference (NFC). It currently comprises four teams: the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, Philadelphia Eagles, and Washington Commanders.
History[edit | edit source]
The NFC East was created in 1970 following the NFL-AFL merger, when the league reorganized into two conferences of three divisions each. The division has undergone several changes in its lineup, but the Dallas Cowboys, New York Giants, and Philadelphia Eagles have been constants. The Washington Commanders, originally known as the Washington Redskins, have also been a staple, making the NFC East one of the most stable divisions in terms of team membership.
Characteristics[edit | edit source]
The NFC East is known for its intense rivalries, passionate fan bases, and historical success. Teams in this division have won a significant number of Super Bowl championships, contributing to its reputation as one of the most competitive and high-profile divisions in the NFL.
Rivalries[edit | edit source]
Among the most heated rivalries in the NFC East are:
- Dallas Cowboys vs. Washington Commanders
- Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Giants
- Dallas Cowboys vs. Philadelphia Eagles
These rivalries are renowned for their intensity and historical significance, often determining playoff positions.
Teams[edit | edit source]
Current[edit | edit source]
- Dallas Cowboys - Based in Arlington, Texas, they are one of the most valuable sports teams in the world and have a large national following.
- New York Giants - Located in East Rutherford, New Jersey, the Giants are one of the oldest teams in the NFL, having joined in 1925.
- Philadelphia Eagles - Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Eagles have a loyal fan base and were the winners of Super Bowl LII.
- Washington Commanders - Located in Landover, Maryland, this team has undergone significant changes, including a name change in 2020 from the Washington Redskins.
Championships[edit | edit source]
The NFC East teams have a combined total of 13 Super Bowl victories, with each team having won at least three NFL Championships or Super Bowls. This success underscores the division's historical competitiveness and prominence in the league.
Media Coverage[edit | edit source]
The NFC East's games are some of the most-watched in the NFL, reflecting the division's large market presence and widespread fan interest. This high level of media coverage adds to the pressure and excitement of the division's games.
See also[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
|
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
| Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
