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Eagles dominate Titans in Week 2 snap count breakdown
Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith lead Philadelphia to 2-0 with detailed analysis of who played and how.
In brief
Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith lead Philadelphia to 2-0 with detailed analysis of who played and how. DeVonta Smith is emerging as a star receiver with increased opportunities, while the Eagles' run game remains a major weakness despite their offensive line playing every snap. Originally reported by PhillyVoice.
Eagles rally to beat Titans 2-0
Philadelphia defeated Tennessee in Week 2 with Jalen Hurts leading a game-winning drive. The Eagles improved to 2-0 despite offensive line struggles and no effective run game.
Hurts crushing it despite no run game
Jalen Hurts played all 76 offensive snaps and is performing at an elite level despite facing constant pressure and having no effective running back support.
Run game completely non-existent
Will Shipley led with 39 snaps, Tank Bigsby had 26, and Saquon Barkley only 12 before leaving with a stinger. The Eagles' running backs have nowhere to run.
DeVonta Smith becomes a star
Smith played 67 snaps and made difficult catches throughout the game. With increased opportunities and Hurts' accurate throwing, he has a chance to become an elite receiver.
Wicks becomes Hurts' go-to target
Dontayvion Wicks played 47 snaps and had five catches that moved the chains on third or fourth down. He's quickly become a trusted second receiver.
Goedert leaves with knee injury
Dallas Goedert played only 19 snaps before a Titans defender barreled into his leg on a run play. He left with a knee injury and did not return.
Offensive line no longer elite
All five starters played 76 snaps each, but the Eagles no longer have one of the league's best lines. Cam Jurgens struggled after moving to left guard.
Edge rushers split snaps evenly
Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith played 42 and 41 snaps respectively. Smith recorded a sack, while Hunt's impact was less noticeable on film.
Carter shows talent but effort concerns
Jalen Carter played 41 snaps and made a crucial play action boot stop, but also had moments where his effort seemed lacking on scramble plays.
Baun quiet after dominant Week 1
Zack Baun played all 53 defensive snaps but had a quiet game after playing like a madman in Week 1. Jihaad Campbell played 47 snaps.
Secondary struggles in coverage
Marcus Epps got posterized by a receiver hurdle and gave up a 27-yard run on third and 22. The Eagles need to trade for a safety.
Smith earns game ball honors
DeVonta Smith receives the game ball as the standout performer. Jalen Hurts earns two stars and Dontayvion Wicks earns one star.
“DeVonta Smith: Stud.”
Hurts leads star watch race
Through two weeks, Jalen Hurts has earned five stars, DeVonta Smith three, Zack Baun two, and Wicks and Goedert one each.
The takeaway
DeVonta Smith is emerging as a star receiver with increased opportunities, while the Eagles' run game remains a major weakness despite their offensive line playing every snap.
