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Eagles Clinch Victory Over Steelers: Key Plays and Performances Unveiled

The Philadelphia Eagles secured a commanding win over the Pittsburgh Steelers with a final score of 27-13, advancing their season record to 12-2. The Steelers, facing this setback, now stand at 10-4. The game unfolded at Lincoln Financial Field in front of an enthusiastic crowd of 69,879 attendees.


Minnesota Vikings linebacker Eric Kendricks (54) drops in coverage during an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday, September 19, 2022, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Patterson)

Key Highlights from the Game


The Eagles' offense was in fine form, amassing a total of 401 yards. Jalen Hurts led the charge with an impressive passing performance, completing 25 out of 32 attempts for a total of 290 yards and two touchdowns. His quarterback rating stood at an impressive 125.3 for the game. On the ground, Saquon Barkley contributed significantly with 65 rushing yards on 19 carries.


Philadelphia's defense also played a pivotal role in securing this victory by applying consistent pressure on the Steelers' offense throughout the game. They recorded two sacks and forced one fumble which they recovered, contributing to four instances where they successfully forced three-and-outs against Pittsburgh.


Standout Player Performances


Several Eagles players delivered standout performances that were crucial to their team's success. Wide receiver A.J. Brown had an exceptional game with eight receptions for a total of 110 yards and one touchdown while DeVonta Smith also made significant contributions by catching eleven passes for another set of substantial gains totaling up to 109 yards and scoring once.


On defense, Nakobe Dean was omnipresent making ten combined tackles and forcing a fumble which showcased his defensive prowess throughout this matchup.


Looking Ahead


The Philadelphia Eagles are set to face off against the Washington Commanders in their next match scheduled on December 22nd at Northwest Stadium in Landover, Maryland. Fans can catch all the action live on FOX starting from1:00 PM EDT as both teams vie for supremacy in what promises to be another exciting NFL showdown.


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