What happened: The Eagles Autism Challenge raised more than $16 million on Saturday for autism research and care programs, according to the team and NFL.com. The event drew 6,832 participants and nearly 40,000 donations worldwide. The Eagles said 100% of participant-raised funds will go to autism research and community grants, with fundraising open through May 31, 2026.

Why it matters: This is an offseason, off-field update, but it matters because it shows the scale of a signature Eagles initiative beyond football. In February, the Eagles Autism Foundation said proceeds from prior fundraising helped fund 54 research and community projects, and since 2018 the challenge has raised $56 million overall. The latest total also extends the visibility of the Eagles during a quiet part of the NFL calendar.

What to watch: Watch whether the total climbs further before the May 31 fundraising deadline. Any follow-up from the Eagles Autism Foundation is likely to focus on final totals and future grant allocations.