Eagles snap count vs. Browns: Breakdown, observations from preseason Week 2

Here’s a look at the snap count and playing time from the Philadelphia #Eagles’ 18-18 tie with the Cleveland Browns in Week 2 of the preseason

The Eagles and Browns took part in an ugly-fest on Thursday night, with both teams scoring 11 combined points at the half.

Things picked up when Tanner McKee entered the game, while Sean DeSai’s defense was solid allowing just one touchdown on the night.

With Philadelphia off on Friday, here’s the snap count and observations from the 18-18 tie.

Best photos from Eagles-Browns preseason matchup

We’re looking at the best photos from the Philadelphia #Eagles 18-18 tie with the Cleveland Browns in Week 2 of the preseason

Preseason games don’t count for a reason, and as the Eagles pick up the pieces from a sloppy, injury-filled 18-18 tie with the Browns, there were some positive moments.

The first-round picks from Georgia are legit, while teammate Nakobe Dean showed why Howie Roseman was so high on the All-American linebacker.

With Philadelphia off on Friday and set for a joint practice with the Colts next week, we’re looking at the best photos from Thursday night at Lincoln Financial Field.

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Takeaways and observations from Eagles 18-18 tie with Browns in preseason matchup

Takeaways and observations from Philadelphia #Eagles 18-18 tie with Cleveland Browns in preseason matchup

Tanner McKee played with poise down the stretch and Sean Desai’s revamped defense showed grit while holding Cleveland to just one touchdown on the night.

The Eagles were outgained in yards and time of possessions, but used some late minute efficiency to finish their preseason matchup agaisnt the Browns with an 18-18 tie.

The Philadelphia defense allowed 21 first downs, but held Cleveland to 10-22 on third downs and 399 total yards while playing nearly 90 snaps.

With the team off on Friday, here are takeaways and observations from Thursday’s contest.

Instant analysis and recap of Eagles 18-18 tie with Browns in preseason matchup

We’re looking at the instant analysis and reccap of the Philadelphia #Eagles and Cleveland Browns playing to an 18-18 tie in preseason action

The Eagles were outgained in yards and time of possessions, but used some late minute efficiency to finish their preseason matchup agaisnt the Browns with an 18-18 tie.

Tanner McKee played with poise down the stretch and Sean Desai’s revamped defense showed grit while holding Cleveland to just one touchdown on the night.

The Philadelphia defense allowed 21 first downs, but held Cleveland to 10-22 on third downs and 399 total yards while playing nearly 90 snaps.

With an intense now complete, here’s instant analysis.

WATCH: Trey Sermon’s nifty cutback turns into 33-yard burst for TD run vs. Browns

Philadelphia #Eagles Trey Sermon rebounded from an earlier fumble to use some nifty cutbacks to breakout for a 33-yard TD run vs. Browns

Trey Sermon used a Jalen Hurts pep talk to turn his night around after a fumble, and blown blocking assignment caused a Marcus Mariota sack.

Sermon stayed focused and was rewarded with this explosive 33-yard touchdown run.

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WATCH: Trey Sermon’s nifty cutback turns into 33-yard burst for TD run vs. Browns

Philadelphia #Eagles Trey Sermon rebounded from an earlier fumble to use some nifty cutbacks to breakout for a 33-yard TD run vs. Browns

Trey Sermon used a Jalen Hurts pep talk to turn his night around after a fumble, and a blown blocking assignment caused a Marcus Mariota sack.

Sermon stayed focused and was rewarded with this explosive 33-yard touchdown run.

Sermon now leads the Eagles in rushing with four carries for 53 yards and the touchdown, with a 13-yard per carry average.

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Key takeaways from first half of Eagles preseason matchup vs. Browns

We’re looking athe key takeaways and observations from the first half as the Browns lead the Eagles 8-3

With the bulk of their starters sitting out, the Eagles managed five total first downs, 27 total yards, and 102 yards as the Browns ended the first half with a baseball-like, 8-3 lead.

Philadelphia had seven first half drives, with only one ending in a field goal, and everything else either a punt, turnover, or points for Cleveland.

With the second half set to begin, here are key takeaways and observations from the first half.

Updated Eagles’ 53-man roster projection ahead of preseason matchup vs. Browns

We’re providing an updated 53-man roster prediction ahead of the Philadelphia #Eagles preseason matchup against the Cleveland Browns

The Eagles held out most of their starters in the preseason opener against Baltimore because head coach Nick Sirianni emphasized performing during joint practice sessions.

Philadelphia is now hours away from the second preseason matchup of the summer against the Cleveland Browns.

After two intense but impactful joint practice sessions, Nick Sirianni will again likely rest his starters while watching select rookies and veterans compete for roster spots.

For the Eagles, it’ll be about getting efficient play and consistency from the backups, who will get most of the reps again.

With kickoff fast approaching, here’s an updated 53-man roster projection with several changes.

1 player to watch at each offensive position ahead of Eagles-Browns preseason matchup

we’re looking at 1 player to watch at each offensive position ahead of the #Eagles preseason matchup vs. Browns

The Eagles are home Thursday night, looking to put on a good performance after two intense joint practice sessions with the Browns.

The matchup with Cleveland will provide an opportunity for key rookies and veterans to climb up the depth chart, while several big names are now on the roster bubble after underperforming against Baltimore.

With kickoff fast approaching, we’re looking at one offensive player at each position to watch for the Eagles.

Philadelphia vs. Cleveland: 7 Eagles we want to see more of in Preseason Week 2

With Philadelphia hosting the Cleveland Browns on Thursday night, we’re looking at 7 #Eagles we want to see more of in Preseason Week 2

We’re now just five hours away from the Eagles’ second preseason game of the summer, with Philadelphia hosting the Cleveland Browns after two days of joint practice.

With starters and critical contributors participating in two intense sessions, Thursday night will be about select rookies, and veterans looking to perform well in front of the home fans and NFL Network.

There are roster battles and depth charts to sort, and we’re looking at seven Eagles we want to see more of in Week 2.