Jalen Hurts passed for three touchdowns, rushed for one, and the Eagles dominated the Titans on Sunday, earning a 35-10 win at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia contained Derrick Henry — who had 11 carries for 30 yards — and harassed Ryan Tannehill who was sacked six times. The Titans (7-5) lost their second straight but still have a 2.5-game lead in the AFC South.
The Eagles will now hit the road for three straight road games starting Sunday at the New York Giants. They follow by visiting Chicago and Dallas.
Here’s what the national media is saying after a dominant win.
The Ringer
Jalen Hurts has the best game of his career?
The Eagles hosted the Titans on Sunday afternoon in what was built up to be a physical game that was dominated by the Eagles. All-Pro running back Derrick Henry was shut down by the Eagles, held to just 30 yards on 11 carries. Jalen Hurts had yet another phenomenal outing, perhaps his best since he’s come into the league, throwing for three touchdowns and running for another score. Sheil and Ben discuss the big win for the Birds, and whether any team in the NFC can stop them from winning the NFC and playing in the Super Bowl.
NFL Media
There’s only one 11-1 team in the NFL.
.@Eagles waking up today like… pic.twitter.com/uxCPo3oaIU
— NFL (@NFL) December 5, 2022
NFL.com
A.J. Brown gets his revenge game against former Titans teammates.
Draft Day didn’t appear to be a pleasant experience for Titans head coach Mike Vrabel, who could be seen shaking his head on camera in the team’s war room mere moments after the Brown trade to Philadelphia was made official. Vrabel likely felt similarly on Sunday, watching his former star wideout toast his secondary a few times. Brown and Titans general manager Jon Robinson exchanged pleasantries before the game, but the now-Eagles’ star — who has had some fumble issues lately — turned vengeful in grabbing eight catches (on 10 targets) for 119 yards and two touchdowns.
Brian Baldinger
The only thing better than getting pressure on the opposing quarterback is getting that pressure without having to blitz.
.@Eagles defensive line feasted on Titans all day making life difficult for @Titans QB’s. I think they are up to 42 sacks on the season and did it without blitzing #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/ROSlA9Ihbo
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) December 5, 2022
Emmanuel Acho
A motivated A.J. Brown made his former teammates look silly at times.
AJ Brown just stop it, this is silly! 🔥🔥#Eagles #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/eFPKMpdG7Z
— Emmanuel Acho (@EmmanuelAcho) December 4, 2022
CBS Sports
DeVonta Smith set the tone
We spent all summer talking about DeVonta Smith potentially regressing due to A.J. Brown’s arrival.
Smith has 61 catches for 711 yards and four touchdowns on the year, on pace for 86 catches and 1,007 yards for the season.
“We all grow from experiences — and I think experience is the biggest teacher,” Hurts said. “DeVonta’s grown from everything. He’s grown from stuff in college, from being a rookie last year, practice, all these things. His game’s been definitely taken to another level.”
Brian Baldinger
Jalen Hurts has never looked more comfortable than he did on Sunday.
.@Eagles offensive repeatedly stopped the @titans defensive line from rushing giving @JalenHurts plenty of time to find his favorite target @1kalwaysopen_ for another TD #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/W5jjerPQHc
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) December 5, 2022
AL.com
Jalen Hurts shifts gears as Eagles offense motors on
In beating the Green Bay Packers 40-33 last week, the Philadelphia Eagles had a season-high 363 rushing yards, with quarterback Jalen Hurts running for 157 on 17 carries.
In beating the Tennessee Titans 35-10 on Sunday, the Eagles had a season-high 386 passing yards, with Hurts throwing for 380 and three touchdowns.
Clarence Hill Jr.
Weeks after he suggested the Eagles were frauds and not the No. 1 team in the league, Hill appears to have had a change of heart.
The Eagles are the NFL's best team until further notice. Some will say they been all season.
There is no debate anymore— Clarence Hill Jr (@clarencehilljr) December 5, 2022
Brian Baldinger
Does Philadelphia have the best deep ball combination in the NFL?
.@Eagles @JalenHurts to @1kalwaysopen_ on the formidable “GO BALL” Is there a better deep ball combination in the @NFL ? Starts with a deep trust between QB & WR #FlyEaglesFly #BaldysBreakdowns pic.twitter.com/sPZ733mMUM
— Brian Baldinger (@BaldyNFL) December 5, 2022
Jeff Kerr
Does Philadelphia have the NFL’s undisputed No Fly Zone?
Darius Slay and James Bradberry were targeted a combined 4 times in the win over the #Titans
0 catches, 0 yards, 2 pass breakups (both by Bradberry), 39.6 rating. #Eagles #FlyEaglesFly
— Jeff Kerr (@JeffKerrCBS) December 5, 2022
Field Yates
Philadelphia has the personnel to punch an opponent out in multiple ways.
The Eagles are just the third team in the last 90 seasons to rush for 350+ yards and then pass for 350+ yards in back-to-back games.
They're the 6th team ever with 20+ passing TD and 20+ rushing TD through 12 games.
And, they're second in total defense (296.4).
Total balance.
— Field Yates (@FieldYates) December 5, 2022
