Unusual Start in the NFL: Eagles Defeat Cowboys in a Drama-Filled Game
The 2025 NFL season began with an unusual encounter between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Dallas Cowboys. The match, marked by the intensity of the rivalry, saw the Eagles secure a 24-20 victory, on a night where the 2024 champions’ banner was unveiled.
The game was full of incidents, including the ejection of Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter for spitting at Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott before the first play. Despite the absence of Carter and the Cowboys’ adaptation without Micah Parsons, both defenses took time to stabilize.
The game, which was decided by details, favored the current champions, in part thanks to dropped passes by receiver CeeDee Lamb and a crucial fumble by the Cowboys in the third quarter.Jalen Hurts, Jugador Más Valioso del Super Bowl, anotó dos touchdowns terrestres para impulsar a los Eagles a la victoria.
Game Analysis: Eagles vs. Cowboys
Philadelphia Eagles (1-0)Jalen Hurts, Super Bowl Most Valuable Player, continued his excellent performance, taking advantage of the spaces to score two rushing touchdowns and lead the offense. He now has 16 games with multiple rushing touchdowns, extending his NFL record for a quarterback.
The turning point of the game was when the Eagles recovered a key ball, intercepting a fumble by Miles Sanders. Cornerback Quinyon Mitchell celebrated with his teammates by simulating a “tush push” in the end zone.
The lack of discipline was an issue for the Eagles, accumulating 93 penalty yards in the first half, the most for any team since the Cowboys in 2023.
Next game: vs. Kansas City ChiefsDak Prescott mostró su capacidad de movimiento, pero los Cowboys no lograron la victoria.Dallas Cowboys (0-1)The Cowboys, with no room for error, did not have Micah Parsons. Despite staying in the game, mistakes were decisive.
A 51-yard pass from Jalen Hurts to Jahan Dotson set up the touchdown that gave the Eagles the lead. In addition, a fumble by Miles Sanders on the Eagles’ 10-yard line prevented the Cowboys from scoring.
CeeDee Lamb had a final quarter to forget, with key dropped passes. The loss represented the fourth in five meetings against the Eagles.
Dak Prescott showed his mobility, but the Cowboys will need to improve on discipline against running quarterbacks. Hurts had two rushing touchdowns and 48 yards in the first half.
Javonte Williams had a favorable debut, being the first running back to score multiple touchdowns in his first game with the Cowboys since before 1989.
Next game: vs. New York Giants.
