Eagles vs. Vikings: 5 matchups to watch in Thursday night matchup

We’re looking at five matchups to watch in Thursday’s matchup between the Philadelphia #Eagles and Minnesota Vikings on Amazon Prime

Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings are headed to Philadelphia for a Thursday night matchup with the Eagles.

The quick turnaround for both teams should help erase the stench of sloppy offensive possessions and defensive breakdowns that cost the Vikings in Week 1 and nearly the Birds.

Philadelphia will be without four starters, including three on the defensive side of the ball.

With kickoff on Amazon Prime fast approaching, we’re looking at five matchups to watch.

3 keys for Eagles offense vs. Vikings defense in Week 2

We’re looking at 3 keys for the Philadelphia #Eagles offense vs. Minnesota Vikings defense in Week 2

After successfully opening up the 2023 season with a win in New England, the Eagles return to Lincoln Financial Field for their one national appearance on Amazon Prime.

In a rematch of a Week 2 Monday night beatdown in 2022, Philadelphia will host the 0-1 Vikings in the 8:15 PM kickoff.

Minnesota will be without center Garrett Bradbury, while the Eagles will be without linebacker Nakobe Dean (on Injured Reserve, foot), cornerback James Bradberry (concussion), safety Reed Blankenship (ribs), and running back Kenneth Gainwell.

With kickoff fast approaching, here are three keys for the Philadelphia offense.

Eagles inactives for Thursday night matchup vs. Vikings

Kenneth Gainwell is among 7 players inactive for the Philadelphia #Eagles Thursday night matchup against the Minnesota Vikings

The Eagles have released their inactives ahead of their 2023 home opener against the Minnesota Vikings, where Philadelphia is looking to win back to back Week 2 primetime matchups against their NFC North rivals.

Running back Kenny Gainwell, cornerback James Bradberry, safety Reed Blankenship, quarterback Tanner McKee, offensive guard Tyler Steen, defensive tackle Moro Ojomo, and tight end Albert Okwuegbunam are all inactive for Thursday night.

Gainwell (ribs), Bradberry (concussion), and Reed Blankenship (ribs) are out due to injury.

Eagles vs. Vikings: 7 stats to know for Thursday night matchup

We’re looking at seven stats to know ahead of the Philadelphia #Eagles Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Amazon Prime

Philadelphia is 1-0 and returning to Lincoln Financial Field for the home opener against the Minnesota Vikings on Amazon Prime.

With both teams matching up on three days rest, the Eagles have participated in efficient walkthrough practices all week, with much of their preparation done in the meeting rooms.

Here are seven stats to know with pregame festivities and the kickoff fast approaching.

Eagles updated 53-man roster vs. Vikings: News and notes for Week 2

We’re taking a look at the Philadelphia #Eagles updated 53-man roster ahead of the Thursday night matchup against the Vikings in Week 2

NFL rosters are always fluid, and the Eagles have had some changes ahead of Thursday night’s Week 2 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings.

In the season opener, punter Arryn Siposs was elevated from the practice squad, and the 53-man roster will constantly change.

Philadelphia will be without four key starters, and it’s a prime opportunity for Nicholas Morrow, Christian Elliss, Rashaad Penny, Sydney Brown, and others to carve out a role ahead of Week 3.

With kickoff just hours away, here’s an updated 53-man roster by jersey number.

Eagles vs. Vikings: 10 players to watch in Week 2

We’re looking at 10 players to watch in the Philaldelphia #Eagles Thursday night matchup against the Minnesota Vikings

Following a Week 1 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Kirk Cousins and the Minnesota Vikings are headed to Philadelphia for a Thursday night matchup with the Eagles.

The quick turnaround for both teams should help erase the stench of sloppy offensive possessions and defensive breakdowns that cost the Vikings and nearly cost the Eagles.

Both teams are banged up, and Philadelphia will be without four starters, including three on the defensive side of the ball.

With kickoff on Amazon Prime fast approaching, we’re looking at ten players to watch.

Report card: Eagles top Patriots, 25-20 in Week 1

The #Eagles defeated the Patriots and we’re handing out grades after the 25-20 road win

Nick Sirianni’s team is undefeated and set to host a vulnerable Vikings team in week two after defeating the Patriots in Week 1.

Check out Eagles Wire’s Week 1 report card for the Philadelphia Eagles following the team’s 25-20 win over New England:

Eagles PFF grades: Best and worst from 25-20 win over Patriots in Week 1

We’re looking at the highest and lowest graded Philadelphia #Eagles from their 25-20 win over the New England Patriots in Week 1

The Eagles are undefeated after a tightly played 25-20 win over the Patriots at Gillette Stadium in a game that saw Philadelphia blow an early 16-0 lead.

With preparation for Thursday night’s matchup against Minnesota underway, here are the highest-graded players via PFF. 

Studs and duds from Eagles 25-20 win over Patriots in Week 1

We’re looking at the studs and duds from the Philadelphia #Eagles 25-20 win over Patriots in Week 1

There’s nothing better than starting a regular season on a positive, and Philadelphia is on the plus side of the action after a sloppy, 25-20 win over the New England Patriots.

Kenneth Gainwell got the start at running back, while Jalen Hurts took the field for official game action for the first time since February’s Super Bowl loss.

The Eagles jumped out to a 16-0 lead off the back of two Patriots turnovers but surrendered 14 points heading into halftime.

Philadelphia was able to hold on in the second half, securing a much-needed season-opening win with the Minnesota Vikings heading to Lincoln Financial Field for Thursday Night Football on Amazon Prime.

Here are the studs and duds from Week 1.

LOOK: Best photos from Eagles 25-20 win over Patriots in Week 1

We’re looking at the top photos from the Philadelphia #Eagles 25-20 win over the New England Patriots in Week 1

The Eagles are undefeated after a tightly played 25-20 win over the Patriots at Gillette Stadium in a game that saw Philadelphia blow an early 16-0 lead.

All-Pro quarterback Jalen Hurts has won 18 of his last 19 regular season starts, and Philadelphia can now look towards a Thursday night showdown against the Vikings on Amazon Prime.

Here are the top photos from Sunday afternoon.

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