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Instant analysis of Eagles dominant 24-8 win over Washington in Week 3

Instant analysis of the Philadelphia Eagles dominant 24-8 win over the Washington Commanders in Week 3

The Eagles are 3-0 after a 24-8 defeat over Carson Wentz and the Commanders at FedEx Field on Sunday afternoon.

Philadelphia amassed 400 yards of offense while holding Washington to 240 yards and sacking quarterback Carson Wentz a career-high nine times, as the former No. 2 overall pick was battered all afternoon.

The Eagles will now regroup and prepare to host their Super Bowl-winning coach, Doug Pederson, who is now the coach of the upstart Jacksonville Jaguars.

Here’s an instant analysis of Sunday’s action.

7 takeaways from first half as Eagles are dominating Commanders 24-0

Seven takeaways from first half as the Philadelphia Eagles are dominating the Washington Commanders 24-0

The Eagles have been harping on pressuring the opposing quarterbacks, and on Sunday, Carson Wentz was on the receiving end of months of frustration. Facing the former No. 2 overall pick, Philadelphia logged six sacks in the first half for the third time since 1991.

The 6.0+ sacks with 2+ forced fumbles during the first two quarters was something the Eagles have never done during that span.

Jalen Hurts is 18-27 for 279 yards passing and three touchdowns in the first half.

3 causes for concern as the Eagles and Commanders meet in Week 3

Looking at three causes for concern as the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders meet in Week 3

The Eagles and Commanders are just minutes away from kicking off their first matchup of the season and the division opener for both teams.

Philadelphia will look to move to 3-0 on the season after an impressive 24-7 win over the Vikings on Monday night.

For Washington quarterback Carson Wentz, it’ll be his first game against his former team, and he enters the matchup as one of the NFL’s top passers.

Here are three causes for concern in Week 3.

3 keys for Eagles offense vs. Commanders defense in Week 3

Three keys for Philadelphia Eagles offense vs. Washington Commanders defense in Week 3

The Eagles and Commanders are set for the first NFC East matchup between both ball clubs, and it’ll be a storyline-filled contest that features two familiar quarterbacks.

Jalen Hurts and Carson Wentz will share the same field for the first time since Philadelphia traded the former No. 2 overall pick to the Colts for draft picks.

Here are three keys for the Eagles’ offense against the Commanders’ defense on Sunday afternoon.

Eagles-Commanders: Who has the edge at each position?

Looking at who has the positional edge in the Week 3 matchup between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders

After a successful appearance on Monday Night Football, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles will return to the early game on Fox this Sunday when they face a familiar face in Carson Wentz and the Commanders.

Washington is 1-1 after a 36-27 loss to the Lions in Detroit.

Philadelphia is 2-0, and after an impressive 24-7 beatdown of the Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field, with the quarterback playing his best game as a pro.

With kickoff fast approaching, here’s a look at who has the edge at each position.

7 Eagles who need to stand out vs. Washington in Week 3

7 Philadelphia Eagles who need to stand out vs. Washington Commanders in Week 3

The Philadelphia Eagles (2-0) and the Washington Commanders (1-1) are set to face off in the first NFC East contest for both teams.

With the New York Giants 2-0 and Dallas 1-1 also, the Eagles will need a victory to remain atop the division standings, with the Jaguars looming in Week 4.

It’ll be the first matchup for quarterback Carson Wentz against his former team, and it’ll be a prime opportunity for Jalen Hurt to get an even tighter grip on the franchise signal-caller label.

Here are seven players who need to stand out in Week 3.

Eagles vs. Commanders: 5 matchups to watch on offense

Five matchups to watch when the Philadelphia Eagles offense is on the field against the Commanders’ defense.

The Philadelphia Eagles open up NFC East play against their arch-rival Washington Commanders on the road this Sunday, and there are several intriguing matchups to watch.

The Eagles travel to FedEx Field after sweeping the Commanders twice in 2021.

The last time Philadelphia was in the nation’s capital, Jalen Hurts put on a dynamic show, running six times for 45 yards while also going 17 of 26 passing for 214 yards and a road win.

Here are five matchups to watch in Week 3.

Eagles unofficial depth chart ahead of Week 3 matchup vs. Commanders

Philadelphia Eagles updated unofficial depth chart ahead of Week 3 matchup vs. Washington Commanders

The Eagles and Commanders are a little over 48 hours away from an emotional Sunday afternoon matchup, and there have been no critical changes to the Philadelphia depth chart.

On offense, running back Trey Sermon has been added to the depth chart, but he’s unlikely to be active with three healthy ball carriers ahead of him.

On defense, the team has Janarius Robinson at the defensive end, but he’s unlikely to be active ahead of Tarron Jackson.

Here’s the Eagles’ unofficial depth chart for Week 3.

6 Eagles-Commanders related storylines to watch in Week 3

Here are six storylines to watch for in the Philadelphia Eagles matchup with the Washington Commanders in Week 3

Carson Wentz was one of the most polarizing figures in Philadelphia sports history.

The former No. 2 overall pick will now attempt to make his new relevance while upsetting the franchise that drafted him.

Wentz and the Washington Commanders will host the Eagles for their first divisional matchup this year, and the game also will be the first time Wentz has faced his former team.

The quarterbacks aren’t the only storylines or players to watch; here are five others for Sunday.

 

Eagles vs. Commanders: 6 stats to know for Week 3

Looking at six stats to know for the Philadelphia Eagles matchup with the Washington Commanders in Week 3

The Eagles and Commanders are set for the first NFC East matchup between both ball clubs, and it’ll be a storyline-filled contest that features two familiar quarterbacks.

Jalen Hurts and Carson Wentz will share the same field for the first time since Philadelphia traded the former No. 2 overall pick to the Colts for draft picks.

Both teams can be explosive offensively and feature dynamic playmakers at the wide receiver position.

Here are six stats to know ahead of Sunday’s matchup.