There's an old saying. 'Heavy is the crown.' It's a simple theory, yet one that also carries some complexity. All one needs to do is glance at what we see in the NFL year in and year out. The champs always get everyone's best shot, and for a Philadelphia Eagles team that will begin its campaign as the defending Super Bowl Champions for only the second time in franchise history, playing in a large media market for a demanding media and fan base will make the spotlight brighter and warmer.
The NFL somewhat threw them a bone in terms of the schedule.