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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
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...
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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."
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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?
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"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’
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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...
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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
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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?
Read here: www.nytimes.com/athletic/676...
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
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More on the Eagles and Jets making a trade, sending Michael Carter II to Philadelphia and WR John Metchie to New York:
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Landon Dickerson acted dumbfounded this week at the question of whether Saquon Barkley looks like the same player as last year.
“I told you,” Dickerson said in the locker room Sunday. “It’s the same guy.”
More on Barkley's performance on
@theathletic.com www.nytimes.com/athletic/675...
- DeVonta Smith in spotlight without A.J. Brown
- Saquon Barkley on early-season numbers
- Brandon Graham waits 2 more weeks
- Why Brett Toth at center
- Eagles-Giants prediction
…Weekend Eagles notes/updates on @TheAthleticNFL: www.nytimes.com/athletic/674...
Eagles-Giants, Part II: What changed in two weeks and what must improve in rematch?
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8 Eagles Thoughts include...
- Top 5 Jalen Hurts performances
- The move to under center
- DeVonta Smith shines
- Brandon Graham's return
- Still a need on the edge
- Decisions at center
- Credit to coaches
- NFC is wide open
Read on @theathletic.com: www.nytimes.com/athletic/673...
Isaiah Rodgers showed off his "champ stamp" before the Super Bowl parade and explained how badly he wanted to return.
The Eagles wanted him back.
Rodgers is now thriving with the Vikings. The Eagles have an unsettled CB depth chart.
How it happened:
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Time to answer your questions! Eagles mailbag on @theathletic.com included:
- Chances of a Howie Roseman trade
- Trade targets at edge rusher
- Kevin Patullo's future
- Whether No. 2 CB issues are caused by pass rush
- Inside runs vs. outside runs
...and more: www.nytimes.com/athletic/671...
Thank you!
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