The Philadelphia Eagles faced the Green Bay Packers in their first game without Hall of Fame center Jason Kelce, winning 34-29. Despite the victory, the team's signature 'tush push' play struggled, converting only 50% of attempts. Kelce, now an ESPN analyst, tweeted during the game, highlighting his ongoing influence on the team. The Eagles' success with the play has declined slightly since last season, raising questions about the impact of Kelce's absence and the overall execution of the play.
- The Eagles won their first game without Jason Kelce but struggled with their signature play.
- The success rate of the 'tush push' has declined, raising concerns about execution.
- Kelce's influence on the play's success is still felt, even as he transitions to an analyst role.
Jalen Hurts | QB
Week 1
- Hurts' strength is crucial for the success of the 'tush push' play.
- He is known for his ability to execute short-yardage plays effectively.
Saquon Barkley | RB
Week 1
- Barkley's strength adds to the effectiveness of the 'tush push'.
- He emphasized the importance of the play and its difficulty to stop.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles won their first game but showed vulnerabilities in their signature plays.
- The team needs to adjust to the absence of Kelce and improve execution.
Green Bay Packers
- The Packers were able to capitalize on the Eagles' struggles, nearly pulling off a win.
- They showed resilience but ultimately fell short in the closing moments of the game.