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Senior Writer at The Athletic Covers the Eagles and the NFL Prev.: PHLY, Inquirer, Star-Ledger, Wash. Post Author: UNDERDOGS, The Franchise, Leap Year Adjunct: Colo. State. zberman@theathletic.com
Saquon Barkley is in a "funk." He's not running away from it.
Can he start to run away from defenses?
More on @theathletic.com the reigning offensive player of the year, one year after the best game of his career:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
How did an Eagles offense that was electric for three drives go quiet thereafter?
On the lack of a running game, lack of discipline, and the lack of a knockout punch while surrendering a 21-point lead for the first time this
century:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/683...
TD, Cowboys.
Eagles 21, Cowboys 7.
There's 21 seconds remaining. Eagles have 2 timeouts.
Eagles get the ball out of the half. Curious if Eagles sit on it here or try 2-3 plays to set up a long FG.
Reed Blankenship with an INT in the end zone to keep points off the board.
Huge play from the safety. Eagles defense keeps the shutout going.
Big-time 41-yard catch by DeVonta Smith leads to a Tush Push TD two plays later.
Eagles 21, Cowboys 0.
Eagles recover a fumble. Offense comes back onto the field up 14-0.
The Eagles' defense has allowed points on only 3 of 25 drives since the bye week (excluding end-of-half kneeldown).
End of first quarter.
A.J. Brown's 5 receptions are the most in the first quarter of his career.
Jalen Hurts had his best EPA/dropback since 2022.
A big-time quarter for the Eagles, Hurts, Brown, Patullo, etc.
TD, Jalen Hurts on the QB draw.
Eagles take a 14-0 lead.
Eagles 2 of 2 in the RZ.
Big-time first quarter for the Eagles.
Two big drives by Eagles defense, keeping NFL's top-ranked passing Cowboys from advancing past midfield.
Eagles have the chance to open a big lead with this drive.
Hurts was 5 of 6 for 47 yards.
Eagles did not have a negative play and only one play without a gain.
The reason there's been such angst about the offense is that they've shown how they're capable of looking. Passing game impressed on that drive.
Jalen Hurts to A.J. Brown for a 16-yard TD.
Strong opening drive for the Eagles. RZ success continues. Brown gets in the end zone for the first time since the Minnesota game
It seemed like a normal week for the 8-2 Philadelphia Eagles, which only means there was a significant win to discuss, more drama to diffuse, and a high-profile game ahead.
How they navigated the week, plus other weekend notes on
@theathletic.com:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/682...
New Philly Special with @zberm.bsky.social!
* Eagles/Cowboys
* The Jalen Hurts reports
* Mailbag with @daboulciff.bsky.social
And more!
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Fred Johnson's teammates didn't expect him back. They expected him to start somewhere else.
That was Johnson's plan when he left Philly.
He'll start for the Eagles for the next few weeks — and he's determined to show the league why he's a starter.
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Hurts completes 67% of his pass attempts for 7.8 yards per attempt with Johnson on the field compared to 58% percent for 6.7 yards per attempt without Johnson.
Also: He faces a pressure rate of 36% with Johnson on the field compared to 41% with Johnson off the field.
(Data from @TruMediaSports)
You've seen repeated references to the Eagles' record without Lane Johnson by now.
Want more data? Consider Jalen Hurts' stats with and without Johnson:
Since 2020, Hurts is No. 8 in the NFL in EPA/dropback with Johnson on the field. He's No. 43 (of 59 qualified QBs) with Johnson off the field.
Why did Fangio want to mention this?
Their DC is Kory David. He is the husband of Katie David, Howie Roseman's chief of staff (and part of the Eagles since 2008).
Cool moment from Fangio. Took 30 seconds of his time, says something about him that he wanted to put that out there.
Vic Fangio: "I want to give a shoutout to Eastern University. The hottest football team in Philly. They won their league and they're in the Division-III playoffs for the first time."
19.11.2025 14:55 — 👍 49 🔁 2 💬 3 📌 0
8 Eagles Thoughts on...
- '25 defense>'24 defense?
- Jalen Carter heating up
- Playing time updates
- Managing offense based on standout defense
- Jalen Hurts' legs
- Where's the YAC?
- Jake Elliott in the wind
- Playoff/Super Bowl chances
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“There’s something to be said for knowing how to win..."
It was another playoff-caliber opponent in another playoff-like atmosphere. And it was another Eagles win.
Is it sustainable? Look at their track record (and defense).
Read more on @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/681...
Eagles Thoughts include:
- Revamped edge rushers
- Nakobe Dean deserves to stay on the field
- CB situation
- Re-visiting end of game and end of half
- DeVonta Smith, contested catch specialist?
- Fred Johnson trade
- Biggest game of season?
www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
"That's not enough points. Tonight, it was."
The story from Green Bay on an offense that knows it must play better, the two plays that changed the night, and an unapologetic group advancing to 7-2:
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Inside the rapid rise of Christian Parker, from Packers to Eagles: The ‘nerd’ with the ‘it factor’
www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Yo @zberm.bsky.social and other Eagles reporters/fans, be prepared for MAJOR travel problems tonight/tomorrow in Chicago with this historic lake effect event
09.11.2025 16:28 — 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 4 📌 1New Philly Special with @zberm.bsky.social! Eagles-Packers predictions, trade deadline intel, and of course... the mailbag!
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Predictions for the second half of the season, ranging from 2 1,000-yard receivers to who will lead the Eagles in sacks to the final record...
www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Eight Eagles Thoughts after the Jaelan Phillips trade include...
- Making sense of trade
- Paying market value
- Extending Phillips
- Comp pick perspective
- Remaining draft picks
- Understanding the Jaire Alexander trade
- CB outlook
- Howie's approach
www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...
New Philly Special: Breaking down the Eagles' Jaelan Phillips trade with @zberm.bsky.social!
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Eight Eagles Thoughts include...
- Jalen Hurts, MVP candidate?
- Optimism at the bye
- Where to play Cooper DeJean
- Confidence in Darius Cooper
- Jalyx Hunt's growth
- Finally, Tank Bigsby on offense!
- Sirianni at the bye
- Roster gymnastics upcoming
www.nytimes.com/athletic/676...
Eagles trade deadline primer on @theathletic.com includes:
- Have they already made their move(s)?
- What's left to do?
- Who are the trade candidates?
- Could the Eagles trade from their own roster?
- What's Howie Roseman's deadline history?
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