Philadelphia Eagles (11-2) – Carolina Panthers (3-10): 22-16
As expected, the Eagles beat the Panthers and are getting closer to the playoffs. But this match was not a demonstration, as Bryce Young (19/34, 191 yards, 1 TD, 1 INT) and his men were valiant and made the candidate for the title tremble. The black point of this match is Xavier Legette (39 yards, 3 drops), whose drop cost the match.
Saquon Barkley (124 yards) broke Lesean McCoy's record and is now the leading rusher in Eagles history in a season.
The Eagles relied on an effective running game, in the wake of Saquon Barkley and Jalen Hurts (14/21, 108 yards, 61 yards rushing, 3 TDs), and impeccable success in the red zone. Without shining, they knew how to convert the necessary actions to win.
With this victory, the Eagles are in the playoffs, and more than ever at the top of the division. Carolina can come out with its head held high, as these last matches have shown potential in this group.
Saquon Barkley, the lifeline
As usual, the Eagles start slowly, but that is also the case for the Panthers. You have to wait almost twenty minutes of actual play to see a touchdown. Still dominant on the ground, the Eagles advance with Saquon Barkley. And as is often the case, it's Jalen hurts who ends up on the ground with a “tush push” (7-3).
After this first touchdown, the attacks wake up. Carried by an immortal Adam Thielen (102 yards), Carolina's attack advances with a touchdown from Tommy Shakes to finish. But the Eagles reacted quickly with a touchdown from Devonta Smith (14-10).
The Eagles in suffering
When we return from the locker room, the mano a mano continues. Carolina scores a touchdown through Chuba Hubbard. Short-lived joy since Saquon Barkley sets off on an adventure again and Grant Calcaterra is at the conclusion (22-16).
In an intense end to the match, Carolina can win this match, but Xavier Legette releases a touchdown ball. Checkmate, and frustrating defeat for Carolina.
