The Philadelphia Eagles achieved a gritty 10-7 victory against the Green Bay Packers on Monday night, reinforcing their position at the top of the NFC as they head into Week 11. This win, characterized by a dominant defensive display, was particularly noteworthy with newcomer Jaelan Phillips making a significant impact in his first game with the team.
Phillips, who was acquired in a recent trade, recorded six tackles, two quarterback hits, and a fumble recovery. His performance was instrumental in stopping Packers running back Josh Jacobs on a crucial fourth down with just over a minute left in the game, showcasing his seamless fit within Vic Fangio“s defensive scheme.
While the Eagles” offense struggled compared to previous outings, they managed to execute key plays in the fourth quarter that secured the win. Jalen Hurts connected with Saquon Barkley for a pivotal 41-yard gain, bringing the ball to the Packers” 36-yard line. This was followed by a spectacular 36-yard touchdown reception from DeVonta Smith, which proved decisive in keeping the Eagles” winning streak alive.
Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni commented on the nature of the win, stating, “Sometimes it”s going to look really pretty, sometimes it”s not going to look pretty in this league. We”ll be very critical. We”ve got to enjoy these wins. It”s hard to come into this place against this team, well-coached, good players, and win a game. So we have to enjoy this. But make no mistake about it: Every one of us is determined to get better and continue to rise. Offensively, we scored 10 points, obviously. That”s not enough points. Tonight, it was!”
This victory marked the Eagles” continued dominance over the NFC North, as they improved to 10-0 against teams from this division since Sirianni took over in 2021. They have also defeated the Packers four times in that span, and this upcoming week, they will face the Detroit Lions in a bid to extend their streak.
The Eagles have proven to be formidable on the road, holding the highest winning percentage in the NFL since 2021. Their victory at historic Lambeau Field improved their road record to 28-11, including nine wins in their last eleven away games.
In contrast, the Packers, who had averaged 34 points per game in their prior prime-time matchups this season, struggled offensively and did not score until late in the fourth quarter. This game was particularly notable as it marked the first Monday Night Football matchup in 16 years to be scoreless at halftime, reminiscent of the Ravens-Browns contest in 2009.
Despite the win, Hurts” performance saw a decline, as he finished with 183 passing yards and a completion percentage of 57.7, a drop from his previous games where he consistently surpassed 275 yards with over 70% accuracy.
The Eagles will look to build on this performance as they prepare for their next game, hoping to maintain their momentum in the NFC race.
