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Eagles Take Early Lead on Rams in NFC Rematch at The Linc

Both teams entered 2–0 in a playoff rematch that tests the early NFC order.

Overview

  • Zack Baun intercepted Matthew Stafford on the opening drive, and Jalen Hurts finished the short field with a goal-line sneak for a 7–0 Philadelphia lead.
  • The Rams responded with a 51-yard Joshua Karty field goal to cut the deficit to 7–3 late in the first quarter.
  • FOX’s broadcast and sideline discussions highlighted scrutiny of the Eagles’ push-sneak technique, with mentions of possible false starts on short-yardage plays.
  • Key matchups feature Saquon Barkley’s ground game for Philadelphia and the Rams’ passing duo of Davante Adams and Puka Nacua working against a young Eagles secondary.
  • The matchup airs on FOX from Lincoln Financial Field, with context including Philadelphia’s top-10 total defense but run-defense concerns and Kyren Williams’ 132 rushing yards through two games.