The Philadelphia Eagles showcased their versatility by dominating the run game in their 34-28 victory over the Minnesota Vikings. They rushed for an impressive 259 yards.
In the beginning, the game seemed to be filled with turnovers and missed opportunities, reminiscent of typical Thursday night football. However, the tide quickly turned in the second quarter.
After the Vikings took a 7-3 lead with a touchdown, the Eagles swiftly responded with a drive that ended with Jalen Hurts sneaking into the end zone, putting them ahead by three.
Minnesota had a chance to score, but Justin Jefferson’s fumble just short of the goal line resulted in a touchback, favoring the Eagles. With less than a minute remaining in the first half, the Eagles made a remarkable 61-yard field goal, extending their lead to six.
The second half started with a fumble by Kirk Cousins on the Vikings’ second play, which was recovered by the Eagles and returned to the seven-yard line. Hurts capitalized on the opportunity and scored his second touchdown of the night. Shortly after, Hurts connected with DeVonta Smith for a 63-yard touchdown, expanding the Eagles’ lead to 27-7.
The Vikings managed to score a quick touchdown to close the gap, making it a 27-21 game in the fourth quarter. However, D’Andre Swift, who had an exceptional night, led the Eagles down the field, running down the clock and eventually finding the end zone to put the Eagles up 34-21.
The Vikings attempted a comeback, but the Eagles’ defense held strong. Despite a late touchdown by Hockenson, the Vikings failed to recover the onside kick and were unable to complete a Hail Mary play on the final possession.
Swift had a standout performance, rushing for 175 yards on 28 carries, while Smith led the Eagles with 131 receiving yards.
The Vikings will aim to secure their first victory when they face the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 3, while the undefeated Eagles will take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a highly anticipated Monday night matchup.
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