The Philadelphia Eagles Soared Past the New Orleans Saints in Week 3
When the Philadelphia Eagles faced off against the New Orleans Saints in Week 3, they delivered an impressive performance on both offense and defense. The Eagles played 72 snaps on offense and 56 snaps on defense, showcasing their skills and determination to secure the win. Let’s delve into the snap counts, some key takeaways, and highlight some standout players from the game.
Offense Recap
Jalen Hurts commanded the offense efficiently, completing 29 of 38 passes for 311 yards, although he did throw a costly interception to Tyrann Mathieu. Despite some mistakes, Hurts led a vital fourth-quarter drive to give the Eagles the lead and eventually seal the victory.
Running Back
- 58 snaps: Saquon Barkley
- 14 snaps: Kenny Gainwell
Saquon Barkley emerged as the NFL rushing leader, showcasing his dominance on the field with an impressive performance.
Wide Receivers
- 63 snaps: Jahan Dotson
- 55 snaps: DeVonta Smith
- 36 snaps: Parris Campbell
- 24 snaps: Johnny Wilson
- 7 snaps: Britain Covey
DeVonta Smith displayed his skills before being sidelined due to a hit, while Jahan Dotson’s exceptional play contributed to critical offensive moments.
Tight Ends
- 62 snaps: Dallas Goedert
- 27 snaps: Grant Calcaterra
- 13 snaps: Jack Stoll
Dallas Goedert shined in the game, making key plays that helped propel the Eagles to victory.
Offensive Line
- 72 snaps: Jordan Mailata, Landon Dickerson, Cam Jurgens
- 58 snaps: Tyler Steen
- 54 snaps: Fred Johnson
- 18 snaps: Lane Johnson
- 14 snaps: Mekhi Becton
The offensive line showcased resilience, stepping up despite injuries to key players like Lane Johnson and Mekhi Becton.
Defense Recap
The Eagles’ defense put on a stellar performance, disrupting the Saints’ offensive rhythm and making crucial stops throughout the game.
Cornerbacks and Safeties
- 56 snaps each: Reed Blankenship, Chauncey Gardner-Johnson, Quinyon Mitchell
- 47 snaps: Darius Slay
- 29 snaps: Avonte Maddox
- 11 snaps: Kelee Ringo
Reed Blankenship’s game-sealing interception highlighted the Eagles’ defensive success, as they held off the Saints’ formidable offense.
Standout Players
In recognition of their exceptional performances, the three stars from the game were:
⭐⭐⭐: RB Saquon Barkley
🌟🌟: TE Dallas Goedert
✨: DT Jalen Carter
Eagles Game Ball 🏈
🏈: Vic Fangio
Following an outstanding performance by the Eagles’ defense, Vic Fangio earned the game ball for his leadership and strategic coaching.
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