In a shocking turn of events, the Philadelphia Eagles' once promising season has come crashing down, leaving the team and its fans in despair. From being the last remaining one-loss team to finding themselves on a downwards spiral, the Eagles' hopes of clinching the NFC East title now hang by a thread.

Following a strong start to the season, which saw them standing at an impressive 10-1 record, the Eagles seemed destined for success. Led by quarterback Jalen Hurts, who was considered a front-runner for the MVP award, the team demonstrated both offensive and defensive prowess, ranking among the top 10 in the league at different points in the season.

However, the month of December proved disastrous for the Eagles, as they suffered an abject collapse, marked by narrow victories over the New York Giants and four consecutive losses. In three of those defeats, the team failed to surpass 19 points on the scoreboard, and their defense crumbled, allowing a staggering 51 points in just 60 minutes of play against the Giants and the Arizona Cardinals.

The sudden decline in performance has raised questions about the coaching staff, particularly head coach Nick Sirianni. While there have been murmurs about the possibility of his dismissal, some argue that there is no guarantee of finding a better replacement. Sirianni, however, will need to provide satisfactory explanations to management during the offseason and address the frustrations expressed by fans and the media regarding his press conferences.

In addition to their on-field struggles, the Eagles' once dominant pass rush has virtually vanished. Over the past three weeks, the team has registered only two sacks, both coming from interior linemen and a linebacker. The absence of sacks from edge rushers has not been witnessed by the team since the 2007 season, a concerning statistic for a defense that led the NFL in sacks last year.

With their hopes for the NFC East title fading, the Eagles now face the harsh reality of having to play on the road in the playoffs, barring any unexpected turn of events in the final week of the regular season. At present, their division rivals, the Dallas Cowboys, have the upper hand, holding a better conference record.

As the Eagles prepare to face the New York Giants in a must-win game, Sirianni emphasized the importance of correcting mistakes and focusing on the task at hand. The team understands the gravity of the situation and the sacrifices made by players and coaches alike.

The Philadelphia Eagles' collapse has taken the football world by surprise, leaving fans disheartened and searching for answers. The team's future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: the Eagles' season has taken a sharp downward spiral, and success now seems elusive.