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The Philadelphia Eagles faced the Green Bay Packers in a challenging game on a slippery field in Brazil, resulting in a 34-29 victory for the Eagles. Players from both teams struggled with traction, leading to discussions about the field conditions reminiscent of previous games. Key players adapted by changing their cleats, which helped them perform better despite the adverse conditions.
- The slick surface at Arena Corinthians caused multiple players to lose their footing.
- Eagles players adapted by switching to longer cleats, which improved their performance.
- Both teams acknowledged the challenges posed by the field conditions.
Saquon Barkley | RB
Pickup
Breakout
Week 1
15 carries
105 rush yards
2 rush TDs
- Barkley struggled initially but adjusted his cleats, leading to over 100 rushing yards and three total touchdowns.
Jalen Hurts | QB
Pickup
Week 1
250 pass yards
1 pass TDs
- Hurts acknowledged the difficulty of the field but praised the team's ability to adapt and win.
Dallas Goedert | TE
Pickup
Week 1
5 receptions
8 targets
75 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Goedert switched to longer cleats after slipping during the walkthrough, which helped him during the game.
Philadelphia Eagles
- The Eagles managed to win despite the difficult field conditions, showcasing their adaptability.
Green Bay Packers
- The Packers struggled with the field conditions, which impacted their performance during the game.