# Eagles snap count analysis: Week 3 loss

> Eagles' Week 3 snap counts reveal QB struggles and Barkley's bright spot.
- Title: Eagles snap count analysis: Week 3 loss · PhillyVoice
- Summary: Eagles' Week 3 snap counts reveal QB struggles and Barkley's bright spot. Philadelphia Eagles lost to Chicago Bears with Jalen Hurts playing 46 snaps and…
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- Source: PhillyVoice — https://phillyvoice.com/game-ball-three-stars-and-snap-count-analysis-week-3-eagles-bears
- Published: 2026-09-29T19:03:22.017+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: eagles, bears, jalen hurts, saquon barkley, snap counts, nfl, week 3, news, local
## Eagles snap counts
Philadelphia Eagles played 50 snaps on offense and 72 on defense in their Week 3 loss to Chicago Bears.
## Quarterback stats
Jalen Hurts played 46 snaps with 16 of 25 passes for 153 yards, 0 touchdowns, and 1 interception.
## Andy Dalton backup
Andy Dalton played 4 snaps after being traded for as the Eagles' backup quarterback.
## Saquon Barkley performance
Saquon Barkley played 36 snaps with 15 carries for 82 yards despite a holding penalty.
## DeVonta Smith reception
DeVonta Smith played 50 snaps with 6 catches for 65 yards and a spectacular catch.
## Offensive line analysis
Offensive line played 50 snaps each with Jordan Mailata, Cam Jurgens, Drew Kendall, Tyler Steen, and Lane Johnson.
## Edge defenders stats
Edge defenders played 53 snaps with Jalyx Hunt leading the group.
## Interior defensive line
Interior defensive line played 51 snaps with Jalen Carter leading the group.
## Linebacker performance
Linebackers played 70 snaps with Jihaad Campbell leading the group.
## Cornerback and safety
Cornerback and safety played 72 snaps each with Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean leading the group.
## Three stars
Saquon Barkley, Quinyon Mitchell, and DeVonta Smith were named the three stars for the game.
## Game ball
No game ball was awarded for the Eagles' Week 3 loss to Chicago Bears.
## QB backup question
The Eagles' organization has not explained why they traded for Andy Dalton after soured on Tanner McKee.
## What happens next
The Eagles will need to improve their offensive line and edge defenders to win future games.
## Key takeaway

Philadelphia Eagles lost to Chicago Bears with Jalen Hurts playing 46 snaps and Saquon Barkley contributing 15 carries for 82 yards.