In a challenging Week 3 matchup, Jalen Hurts led the Philadelphia Eagles to a narrow 21-15 victory over the New Orleans Saints despite facing significant adversity. With key receivers A.J. Brown sidelined due to a hamstring injury and DeVonta Smith leaving the game with a head injury, Hurts completed 29 of 38 passes for 311 yards, though he threw one interception and lost a fumble. His performance included a crucial 61-yard completion to Dallas Goedert that set up the game-winning touchdown. Looking ahead, the Eagles may struggle offensively in their upcoming game against the Buccaneers if their top receivers remain unavailable.
- Jalen Hurts showcased resilience despite losing key receivers during the game.
- The Eagles' offense may face challenges in the upcoming week if A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are unavailable.
Jalen Hurts | QB
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8 carries
25 rush yards
0311 pass yards
01 fumbles
1 interceptions
- Hurts completed 29 of 38 passes for 311 yards with no touchdowns and one interception.
- He added eight carries for 25 yards but lost a fumble during the game.
- His passing yardage was the highest of the season so far, demonstrating his ability to perform under pressure.
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- The Eagles' offense is adapting to a new system under coordinator Kellen Moore, focusing more on motion plays.
- Injuries to key players could significantly impact their performance in upcoming games.