Eagles Survive Delay and Drama to Beat Cowboys in NFL Opener
The NFL season kicked off in dramatic fashion as the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles edged out the Dallas Cowboys 24–20 in a chaotic, lightning-delayed opener. The game, played late Thursday in Philadelphia, had everything you’d expect from one of football’s fiercest rivalries—weather interruptions, heated tempers, and a nail-biting finish.
Things started with fireworks, both figuratively and literally. The Eagles raised their 2024 championship banner before kickoff, but celebrations quickly gave way to tension. On just the opening kickoff, Philadelphia’s star defender Jalen Carter was ejected after spitting on Dallas quarterback Dak Prescott. The incident not only stunned fans but also set the tone for a night filled with chippiness and skirmishes. Carter may now be facing a serious financial penalty—or worse—given the league’s tighter stance on sportsmanship this season.
Even with that setback, the Eagles leaned on quarterback Jalen Hurts, who once again proved why he’s the heartbeat of this team. Hurts ran for two touchdowns—one from four yards and another from eight—without even needing the team’s signature “tush push.” He celebrated one score by shrugging like Michael Jordan, a gesture made more fitting when Jordan himself appeared on the big screen to cheers from the crowd. Running back Saquon Barkley added a 10-yard touchdown of his own, reminding everyone of his explosiveness, even if his final total of 60 yards was modest by his standards.
Also Read:- Eagles Outlast Cowboys in Chaotic NFL Season Opener
- Justin Bieber Drops Surprise Album Swag II Tonight
The Eagles jumped out early, becoming the first defending Super Bowl champs since the 2011 Packers to score touchdowns on their first three drives of the season. Jake Elliott then nailed a 58-yard field goal that turned out to be the deciding difference.
But this game wasn’t smooth sailing. With Philadelphia ahead 24–20 late in the third quarter, lightning in the area forced a 65-minute delay. Fans were restless, and players were forced to regroup mid-game. When action resumed, the Cowboys looked ready to steal momentum. Dallas running back Miles Sanders nearly shifted the outcome, but his fumble deep in Eagles territory gave Philadelphia new life. Prescott himself had to make a diving tackle just to prevent a defensive touchdown after the turnover.
Still, Dallas wasn’t done. In the final two minutes, Prescott had a shot at completing the comeback. But on fourth-and-three, his pass fell incomplete, sealing the win for Philadelphia at 12:18 a.m., well past most people’s bedtime.
There were setbacks along the way—Eagles offensive lineman Landon Dickerson exited with a back injury, while Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer suffered a loss in his head coaching debut. For Philadelphia, though, the night was about survival and sending a message: the road to another title won’t be easy, but they’re still built for it.
Up next, Dallas heads home to face the Giants, while the Eagles gear up for a trip to Kansas City in what already feels like a potential Super Bowl preview.
Read More:
0 Comments