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Carolina Panthers' Ground Game Falls Short Against Philadelphia Eagles' Defense

In a closely contested match, the Carolina Panthers now stand at 3-10 following a 16-22 defeat against the Philadelphia Eagles, who improved their record to an impressive 11-2. The game, held at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, saw both teams fiercely battling for dominance, but ultimately the Eagles secured the victory.


Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) reacts to being ruled down during the NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Philadelphia. Saquon Barkley sets the Philadelphia Eagles single season rushing record on this run.The Eagles won 22-16. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Game Highlights


The Panthers showcased a determined effort on both sides of the ball. Defensively, they managed to sack the opposing quarterback four times for a loss of 25 yards and forced one fumble. Josey Jewell and A'Shawn Robinson each contributed significantly with 1.5 sacks apiece, demonstrating Carolina's ability to pressure the quarterback effectively.


On offense, Chuba Hubbard led the rushing attack with 92 yards on 26 attempts and scored one touchdown. His performance was pivotal in maintaining balance in Carolina's offensive game plan. Bryce Young also made notable contributions through both passing and rushing; he threw for 191 yards with a completion rate of 56 percent and added another dimension to his team's offense with his mobility by rushing for an additional 29 yards.


Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) gets tripped up as he runs with the ball with wide receiver Johnny Wilson (89) trying to avoid him during the NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Philadelphia. Saquon Barkley sets the Philadelphia Eagles single season rushing record on this run.The Eagles won 22-16. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Despite these efforts, penalties proved costly for Carolina as they accumulated seven infractions totaling 43 penalty yards which hindered their momentum at crucial junctures of the game.


Looking Ahead


The Panthers will look to regroup as they prepare to host the Dallas Cowboys at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on December 15th at 1:00 PM EDT. Fans can catch all the action live on FOX as Carolina aims to bounce back from this setback.


Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) gets up and runs with the ball, but will be ruled down during the NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers, Sunday, Dec. 8, 2024, in Philadelphia. Saquon Barkley sets the Philadelphia Eagles single season rushing record on this run.The Eagles won 22-16. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

As we reflect on this contest between two competitive teams, it’s clear that every play counts in football—a lesson that will surely fuel both squads moving forward into their respective schedules. Share this article if you’re excited about what’s next for these teams!

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