The Philadelphia Eagles’ locker room was silent after the 24-21 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The players were still processing the loss of a 21-point lead. Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith, sitting together in their lockers, reflected disappointment. Hurts, with a fixed gaze, and Smith, checking his phone, showed the impact of the result.
Philadelphia started scoring on their first three possessions, led by a fired-up Hurts who scored twice on the ground and once through the air, establishing a 21-0 lead. The defense, with an interception by Reed Blankenship, seemed to secure the victory. However, the offense stalled. Five possessions ended in punts, one in a missed field goal attempt, and another in a fumble. Penalties were also a factor, with 14 infractions, the most under coach Nick Sirianni.We have to find a way to close out the game and be consistent. It was a tale of two halves. We didn’t play a complete game as a team and that cost us.
Jalen Hurts
The defense suffered injuries in the secondary, affecting its ability to stop Dallas’s attack. Saquon Barkley had a discreet performance with 22 rushing yards.When we make so many mistakes, I always take responsibility as a coach. I must ensure that my message is being conveyed.
Nick Sirianni
I am disappointed in myself. I am not getting the ground game going. I have to get better and make plays.
Saquon BarkleySirianni acknowledged the tough situation, but the team must focus quickly, as they face the Chicago Bears on Friday. Despite the loss, the Eagles still control the NFC East, but they must prevent this stumble from worsening.It hurts when they come back, but we will respond well. This will make us stronger.
Brandon Graham
