Philadelphia Eagles
In the reviewed games, Philadelphia converted pivotal third downs against Washington but went 0-for-12 against the Rams; sacks also contributed to long fourth downs against the Rams and Titans.
4 reviewed games through Oct 4, 2026. This profile summarizes Upon Review's reviewed sample, not every game the team played.
What we keep seeing
Third-down outcomes varied sharply
ModerateAgainst Washington, Philadelphia scored on third-and-17 and converted third-and-18 on another scoring possession. Against the Rams, it converted none of 12 third downs.
Sacks lengthened fourth-down situations
ModerateAgainst the Rams and Titans, sacks contributed to fourth-and-25 and fourth-and-23 situations, respectively. Penalties also lengthened the Tennessee possession's required distances.
Unfavorable passing comparisons
ModerateThe Rams outgained Philadelphia 309–68 in net passing. Against Chicago, Philadelphia completed 16 passes and threw two interceptions, while Case Keenum completed 24 and threw none.
Turnover consequences differed
ModerateAgainst the Rams, two interceptions gave Philadelphia possessions that ended in points. In Chicago, Philadelphia recorded three turnovers to none, though Chicago did not score after the first recovery.
Strengths
Long third-down conversions against Washington
ThinPhiladelphia scored on third-and-17 and, on a separate scoring possession, converted third-and-18 before another third-down touchdown.
Points after interceptions against the Rams
ThinTwo interceptions gave Philadelphia possessions that ended in a field goal and a touchdown; the latter possession also included a 25-yard pass-interference penalty.
Total-yard advantages in two reviewed games
ModeratePhiladelphia gained more total yards than Tennessee and Washington, although Tennessee averaged more yards per play and Washington recorded more first downs.
Weaknesses
Sacks left long fourth downs
ModerateTwo sacks contributed to fourth-and-25 on the final possession against the Rams; against Tennessee, a sack left fourth-and-23 after penalties had lengthened the possession.
Passing comparisons favored opponents
ModerateThe Rams had 309 net passing yards to Philadelphia's 68. Against Chicago, Philadelphia completed 16 passes and threw two interceptions; Case Keenum completed 24 and threw none.
No third-down conversions against the Rams
ThinPhiladelphia went 0-for-12 on third down against Los Angeles, while the Rams converted seven of 16 attempts.
Turnover deficit against Chicago
ThinPhiladelphia recorded three turnovers to Chicago's none, including two interceptions thrown. Chicago did not score on the possession after its first-quarter fumble recovery.
Opponent plan
ModerateDeny
We do not have enough reviewed evidence to suggest this yet.
Attack
Seek sacks to lengthen down-and-distance situations; pursue takeaways.
Avoid
We do not have enough reviewed evidence to suggest this yet.
Player spine
Saquon Barkley
Rushing EngineThinAgainst Chicago, Barkley carried 15 times for 82 yards; Philadelphia had 19 rushing attempts in all.
Andrew Mukuba
Turnover CreatorThinHis interception against the Rams gave Philadelphia a possession that ended in a field goal.
Cooper DeJean
Turnover CreatorThinHis interception against the Rams gave Philadelphia a possession ending in a touchdown; that possession also included a pass-interference penalty.
Tank Bigsby
Rushing EngineThinAgainst Tennessee, Bigsby led the three named backs with 13 carries, though Will Shipley played more offensive snaps.
DeVonta Smith
Receiving EngineThinAgainst Tennessee, Smith caught 10 of 13 targets for 117 yards and a touchdown.
Differences in reviewed games
ModerateContrasting third-down results
Against Washington, Philadelphia converted third-and-18 and scored on third-and-6 on one possession; against the Rams, it went 0-for-12 on third down.
Reviewed games
Philadelphia's lead hid a third-down problem it never solved
Oct 4, 2026 · NFL · Los Angeles Rams · 20-24
Chicago kept touchdown chances alive—with Philadelphia's help
Sep 29, 2026 · NFL · Chicago Bears · 27-7
Jalen Carter’s sack reshaped Tennessee’s late scoring chance
Sep 20, 2026 · NFL · Tennessee Titans · 20-24
Philadelphia’s Third-Down Escapes Shaped a Two-Point Finish
Sep 13, 2026 · NFL · Washington Commanders · 24-22