As the Eagles gear up for their NFC Wild Card rematch against the Buccaneers, let’s take a moment to reflect on some notable moments from their recent win over the Saints.
‘Hell yeah, Fred!’
During the game against the Saints, the Eagles faced early setbacks with injuries to Mehki Betcon and Lane Johnson. However, Tyler Steen and Fred Johnson stepped up to fill the gaps admirably. Johnson’s performance, in particular, inspired his teammates to chant “Hell yeah, Fred!” in the locker room after the game.
Johnson, who hadn’t seen much playing time since 2021, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity and his emotional reaction to being back on the field. His resilience and determination were truly commendable.
“I almost cried on the sideline, I ain’t gonna lie.”
Fred Johnson stepped in for an injured Lane Johnson and held it down on the right side for the Eagles during their comeback win against the Saints. pic.twitter.com/Cp6H9mLqkP
— NBC Sports Philadelphia (@NBCSPhilly) September 23, 2024
‘Faith in us’
Following the victory over the Saints, tight end Dallas Goedert appeared on The Pat McAfee Show to discuss various aspects of the team and address the criticism directed at head coach Nick Sirianni.
Despite the scrutiny, Goedert voiced his unwavering support for Sirianni, emphasizing the mutual trust between the coach and the players. He emphasized the need for better execution on the field to complement Sirianni’s strategic decisions.