In a disappointing regular-season finale, the Philadelphia Eagles suffered a crushing 27-10 defeat at the hands of the New York Giants, igniting a wave of frustration and criticism. The loss marked the team's fifth defeat in their last six games, leaving them with a limping start as they gear up for the wild-card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Monday night.

NBC Sports Philadelphia host, Michael Barkann, didn't hold back in expressing his disappointment, labeling the Giants as "pathetic" and lambasting the Eagles for their lackluster performance. As the team walked off the field, Barkann voiced his concerns, stating, "If you thought last week was rock bottom, they have yet to hit rock bottom, as bad as this looks."

Philadelphia has struggled to regain their momentum after starting the season as Super Bowl favorites, led by their once-MVP favorite quarterback. The recent string of losses has raised doubts about their chances of returning to the high-stakes Super Bowl competition.

While it's worth noting that three of the Eagles' recent defeats came at the hands of formidable opponents like the 49ers, Cowboys, and Seahawks, it is the losses against the Cardinals and Giants that tarnished their standing. These defeats were particularly disheartening, given that both the Cardinals and Giants failed to secure playoff berths.

The Eagles' lackluster performance against the Giants was evident from the start, with the team trailing by a staggering 24-0 at halftime. This lack of dominance over a team they have historically outperformed in recent matchups only heightened concerns among fans and analysts alike.

Barkann, not mincing his words, predicted a short-lived playoff run for the Eagles, even though they had already secured a victory against the Buccaneers earlier in the season. "Guess what, this is where it ends for the Philadelphia Eagles in the regular season," he asserted. "A loss to the New York Giants, a loss to Tampa Bay next week...There's nothing they're going to get fixed from this week to next."

The coaching staff, and in particular defensive play-caller Matt Patricia, bore the brunt of Barkann's criticism. In a pointed remark, Barkann questioned the coaching decisions made, highlighting the confusion on the field. He specifically pointed out instances where players were not fulfilling their assigned roles, further emphasizing the team's lack of direction.

Co-host Barrett Brooks joined in the criticism, expressing his disappointment with the team's lack of fight and heart. Brooks, a former player himself, voiced his frustration, stating, "This team is not fighting, they're not going out there with the heart that it is to play football. This is disrespecting my sport...They don't even look mad, they don't even look pissed off, it's like they're just out there going through the motions."

As the Eagles prepare for their playoff game against the Buccaneers, they face mounting pressure to address their shortcomings, both on the field and in their mindset. With the spotlight shining on their recent meltdowns and internal critique, it remains to be seen if the Eagles can rise above the chaos and rejuvenate their once-promising season.

The Philadelphia Eagles' path forward hangs in the balance, as they must confront their shortcomings head-on if they are to salvage their postseason aspirations.