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Takeaways and observations from Eagles shocking 20-17 loss to Seahawks

We’re looking at takeaways and observations from the Philadelphia Eagles shocking 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football

Drew Lock shined as the backup to injured quarterback Geno Smith, going 22 of 33 passing for 208 yards, one touchdown, and a 94.0 rating as the Seahawks upset the Eagles at Lumen Field in Seattle.

Philadelphia allowed 17 second-half points and a disappointing 92-yard drive, giving the Seahawks a 20-17 win to stay within striking distance in the NFC playoff race.

After a slow start, DK Metcalf had five catches for 48 yards, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with four catches for 48 yards and the miraculous touchdown catch.

With the Birds in a free-fall after three straight losses, we’re looking at takeaways and observations from the stunning loss.

Instant analysis of Eagles stunning 20-17 loss to Seahawks on Monday Night Football

We’re looking at the instant analysis of the Philadelphia Eagles 20-17 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Monday Night Football

The Eagles will need to do more than switch defensive play-callers after allowing 17 second-half points and a disappointing 92-yard drive, giving the Seahawks a 20-17 win over Philadelphia.

Drew Lock shined as the backup to injured quarterback Geno Smith, going 22 of 33 passing for 208 yards, one touchdown, and a 94.0 rating.

After a slow start, DK Metcalf had five catches for 48 yards, while Jaxon Smith-Njigba finished with four catches for 48 yards and the miraculous touchdown catch.

Philadelphia has now lost three games in a row, and we’re looking at an instant analysis of the shocking defeat.

Takeaways, highlights from first half as Eagles hold a 10-3 lead over Seahawks on MNF

We’re looking at takeaways from the first half as the Philadelphia Eagles hold a 10-3 lead over the Seattle Seahawks

The Eagles are still struggling to score touchdowns in the first half, but Matt Patricia’s revamped defensive unit did enough, as the road team jumped out to a 10-3 first-half lead.

Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts started despite flu-like symptoms and finished the first half 9 of 15 passing, for 79 yards.

Hurts also had six carries for 29 yards and the lone touchdown of the game, his 13th on the season, tying his own Eagles single-season record for quarterbacks.

With the second half underway, here are takeaways and highlights from the first half.

Eagles-Seahawks inactives for MNF: Jalen Hurts to start at QB

All-Pro quarterback Jalen Hurts is active for Philadelphia Eagles vs. Seattle Seahawks

The Eagles released their list of inactives for Monday night, and quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to start tonight’s game against the Seattle Seahawks.

Hurts was downgraded to questionable on Sunday with an illness, flying separately from the rest of the team for precautionary reasons and is now feeling well enough to play.

The Eagles will be without three key starters for tonight’s contest, as linebacker Zach Cunningham, guard Cam Jurgens, and cornerback Darius Slay are three starters for the Eagles who are out tonight with their respective injuries.

Newly acquired All-Pro linebacker Shaquille Leonard will likely start and see an increase in defensive snaps with Cunningham inactive.

Sua Opeta or Tyler Steen will start at right guard for Jurgens.

Eagles 53-man roster vs. Seahawks: News and notes for Monday night matchup

We’re looking at the Philadelphia Eagles 53-man roster for their Monday night matchup against the Seattle Seahawks

The Eagles and Seahawks are set for an urgent Monday night matchup, with both teams dealing with similar adversity.

Philadelphia (10-3) traveled West to battle Seattle (6-7), with Pete Carroll’s group facing a must-win scenario after four consecutive losses.

The Seahawks could be without Geno Smith returning to the lineup, while the Eagles have lost back-to-back games and will look more efficient on offense, especially quarterback Jalen Hurts.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at an updated 53-man roster for the Birds, with news and notes.

Eagles officially clinch a playoff spot after 49ers win and Falcons lose

The Philadelphia Eagles officially clinched a playoff spot with the 49ers win over the Cardinals and Falcons loss to the Panthers

Despite adversity on both sides of the football, Philadelphia will enter Monday night’s matchup against Seattle in the playoffs after the 49ers win over the Cardinals and the Falcons lose to the Panthers.

The Eagles had nine different clinching scenarios, and two played out perfectly.

Philadelphia also regains the top spot in the NFC East after the Cowboys’ blowout loss to the Buffalo Bills.

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Eagles rule out 3 starters for Monday night matchup vs. Seahawks

The Philadelphia Eagles are ruling out Darius Slay, Cam Jurgens and Zach Cunningham for their Week 15 matchup vs. the Seahawks on Monday night

The Philadelphia Eagles have ruled out Darius Slay (knee), Cam Jurgens (pectoral), and Zach Cunningham (knee) for Monday’s massive matchup on the road against the Seattle Seahawks.

Slay had knee surgery on Monday and could be out until the playoffs start, while Jurgens and Cunnigham missed practice this week.

Jalen Hurts and Josh Sweat have no game status designations for Monday night and will play despite missing practice on Saturday.

The Eagles prepared Sua Opeta and Tyler Steen to be ready to start if Jurgens cannot play, while Kelee Ringo or Eli Ricks could get the start instead of Darius Slay.

National reaction to Eagles’ Dom DiSandro being banned from sidelines for rest of regular season

According to Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press, Philadelphia Eagles Security Chiefs Dom DiSandro has been barred from being on the sidelines for rest of 2023 regular season

Dom DiSandro will remain a key figure for the Eagles on and off the field, but his role on the sidelines for games has been reduced for the remainder of the 2023 NFL season.

According to Rob Maaddi of the Associated Press, Philadelphia’s security chief will remain banned from being on the sidelines after a thorogh investigation by the league.

DiSandro will still be allowed to travel with the team to Seattle for its Monday night game and he can perform all other work duties but he is not permitted on the sideline,the Associated Press reports.

According to Ian Rapoport, DiSandro can return to the sidelines during the playoffs.

Eagles have no players make a PFF ranking of the top 50 pending NFL free agents

PFF released their ranking of the top 50 pending NFL free agents for 2024 and the Philadelphia Eagles had zero players make the list

The Eagles are in the midst of a youth movement, that includes a handful of longtime veterans nearing the end, and key contributors serving as stopgaps for future additions.

PFF recently released their rankings for the top 50 pending free agents for 2024, and not one of Philadelphia’s 22 free agents to be made the list.

The Patriots, Chiefs and Cowboys were among the top teams on the list.

The Eagles will have decisions to make, with D’Andre Swift, Fletcher Cox, Quez Watkins and Brandon Graham among the biggest names.

Eagles vs. Seahawks: Seven stats to know for Week 15

We’re looking at seven stats to know for the Philadelphia Eagles Week 15 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks

The Eagles and Seahawks are set for an intriguing Monday night matchup, with both teams facing similar adversity.

Philadelphia (10-3) will travel the North West to battle Seattle (6-7), with Pete Carroll’s group facing a must-win scenario after four consecutive losses.

The Seahawks will have Geno Smith return to the lineup, while the Eagles have lost back-to-back games and will look to be more efficient on offense, especially quarterback Jalen Hurts.

We’re looking at seven stats for Monday night with the Friday practice session underway.