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NFC East
NameNFC East
ConferenceNational Football Conference
LeagueNational Football League
Founded1967 (as the NFL Capitol Division); 1970 (as NFC East)
ChampionDallas Cowboys (2023)
Most champsDallas Cowboys (25)

NFC East. The NFC East is one of the four divisions of the National Football Conference (NFC) in the National Football League (NFL). Established in 1970 as part of the NFL–AFL merger, it is one of the league's most historic and intensely followed divisions, featuring some of the most valuable and iconic franchises in professional sports. The division's rivalries are considered among the fiercest in the NFL, contributing to its prominent national television profile and passionate fan bases.

History

The division's origins trace to 1967 when the NFL created the NFL Capitol Division within its Eastern Conference, consisting of the Dallas Cowboys, Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, and the expansion New Orleans Saints. With the 1970 merger, the league realigned into the American Football Conference and NFC; the NFC East was formed with the Cowboys, Eagles, and Redskins joined by the St. Louis Cardinals. The New York Giants were moved from the NFL Century Division to the NFC East in 1970, a move that solidified the division's core geographic and competitive identity. Over the decades, the division has seen only minor membership changes, such as the Cardinals relocating to Phoenix in 1988 and moving to the NFC West in 2002, while the Washington franchise underwent a name change from Redskins to Washington Football Team and then Washington Commanders. The division's history is marked by periods of dominance, most notably by the Cowboys in the 1970s and 1990s, and the Giants in the 1980s and late 2000s.

Division rivals

The rivalries within the division are legendary and deeply entrenched. The Dallas Cowboys versus Washington Commanders rivalry is one of the NFL's oldest and most bitter, intensified by numerous memorable games and playoff meetings. The Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants share a fierce, long-standing rivalry defined by physical play and pivotal contests for playoff positioning. The Cowboys-Eagles rivalry is another highlight, often deciding the division title, with notable moments like the 1980 NFC Championship Game and the Bounty Bowl. The Giants-Commanders rivalry also features a storied history, including battles between coaches like Bill Parcells and Joe Gibbs. These internecine conflicts are amplified by the division's frequent representation in the NFL postseason, with matchups like the 2007 Divisional playoff between the Giants and Cowboys becoming instant classics.

Season-by-season results

Since 1970, the division champion has been determined by the best regular-season record, with ties broken by established NFL procedures. The Dallas Cowboys have won the most division titles, including a streak of five from 1976 to 1980 and another three from 1992 to 1995 during their 1990s dynasty. The New York Giants have captured multiple titles across different eras, notably in 1986, 1990, and 2007. The Philadelphia Eagles have had periods of supremacy, particularly under coach Andy Reid in the early 2000s. The Washington Commanders last won the division in 2015. The division has frequently sent multiple teams to the NFL playoffs, including wild card entrants, with seasons like 2006 and 2009 seeing three NFC East teams qualify.

Championships

Teams from the NFC East have combined to win 13 Super Bowl championships, the most of any division in the NFL. The Dallas Cowboys have won five Super Bowl titles (Super Bowl VI, Super Bowl XII, Super Bowl XXVII, Super Bowl XXVIII, Super Bowl XXX). The New York Giants have four Super Bowl victories (Super Bowl XXI, Super Bowl XXV, Super Bowl XLII, Super Bowl XLVI). The Washington Commanders have three Super Bowl wins (Super Bowl XVII, Super Bowl XXII, Super Bowl XXVI). The Philadelphia Eagles have won one Super Bowl (Super Bowl LII). The division has also produced numerous NFC Championship Game winners who advanced to the Super Bowl, contributing to its reputation as a powerhouse conference.

Current teams

The division comprises four teams as of the 2023 NFL season. The Dallas Cowboys, based in Arlington, Texas, play their home games at AT&T Stadium. The New York Giants, based in East Rutherford, New Jersey, play at MetLife Stadium. The Philadelphia Eagles, based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, play at Lincoln Financial Field. The Washington Commanders, based in Landover, Maryland, play at FedExField. These franchises represent major media markets and have large, national followings, with the Cowboys often referred to as "America's Team."

Notable players and coaches

The division has been home to a multitude of Pro Football Hall of Fame inductees and legendary figures. Iconic players include Tom Landry and Jimmy Johnson (coaches), Roger Staubach, Troy Aikman, and Emmitt Smith of the Cowboys; Lawrence Taylor, Michael Strahan, and Eli Manning of the Giants; Reggie White, Chuck Bednarik, and Brian Dawkins of the Eagles; and John Riggins, Darrell Green, and Art Monk of the Commanders. Influential coaches beyond those mentioned include Bill Parcells, Joe Gibbs, and Tom Coughlin. The division's legacy is also defined by fierce competitors like Deion Sanders, Randy White, and Donovan McNabb, whose careers were highlighted by pivotal performances in NFC East contests.

Category:National Football League divisions Category:National Football Conference