Thousands of Eagles fans pack Lincoln Financial Field for public practice
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Thousands of Eagles fans packed Lincoln Financial Field Tuesday night for the team's public practice.
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With less than 20 days until the start of the regular season, fans told Action News they wanted a chance to get a close look at the team.
"It's so much fun. It's affordable," said Courtney Leard, of Hagerstown, Maryland.
Tina Leard added, "The environment in Philly is just great."
Before fans filled the Linc, they filled the sidewalk outside the stadium. Hours before gates opened to the public, people formed long lines in the hopes of running inside to get a front row seat to all the action.
One of the people at the front of the line was Tawana Wilson, of Sharon Hill, who arrived in South Philadelphia at 8 a.m. Tuesday.
"I love to be front row. I have to be in the front row. There is nothing like having that front row experience," she told Action News. "And I bring my kids to do the running because I don't run."
Action News also caught up with Joshua Williams, who came into town to catch practice with his nephew.
"We're just enjoying seeing these players do their thing before the season starts. It's been a great closing to a day," Williams said.
Fans will return to the Linc on Friday night for the final preseason game.
The first game of the regular season is Sunday, Sept. 13 at home against the Washington Commanders. Kickoff is set for 4:25 p.m.