I think that would be more fun.” Lurie and his ex-wife, Christina, changed the team's primary color to midnight green in 1996, two years after he purchased the Birds.25 Jun 2021
Why did the Eagles change from Kelly green?
Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie has long talked about bringing back Cunningham's “kelly green” as an alternate uniform as long as he's owned the franchise. The hold-up for Lurie was that league rules dictated that the helmet couldn't be changed. He didn't want to send his guys out on the field with mismatched colors.25 Jun 2021
Are the Eagles teal?
For decades the Philadelphia Eagles' primary color was Kelly Green. It's bright, in-your-face and unmistakably green. But in 1996, a new color was introduced and the Eagles jerseys became Midnight Green. It's a darker shade with hints of cyan, and far closer to a teal than its predecessor.25 Sept 2018
Why did the Eagles change to midnight green?
In 2017, Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie said he was pushing for the NFL to change its rule specifically to allow the team to wear kelly green again. Lurie and his ex-wife, Christina, changed the team's primary color to midnight green in 1996, two years after he purchased the Birds.25 Jun 2021
What color are the Eagles wearing?
The Eagles typically wear white jerseys with midnight green pants during road games. They'll also occasionally trot out in their all-black alternate set.15 Nov 2021
What color jersey do the Eagles wear at home?
The Eagles are winless this season at home. They've worn their normal green jerseys and white pants combo. It's time to scratch that for the remainder of 2021. The Birds usually wear their all-black uniforms twice per year.15 Nov 2021
What color uniforms are the Eagles wearing?
The Eagles typically wear white jerseys with midnight green pants during road games. They'll also occasionally trot out in their all-black alternate set. But white tops and black bottoms marked history. Following the Eagles' 30-13 victory, quarterback Jalen Hurts revealed he was the culprit behind the fashion ask.15 Nov 2021
Are the Eagles going to wear Kelly green?
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the NFL has approved alternate helmets for the 2022 season and beyond.24 Jun 2021