Sep 6, 2024; Sao Paulo, BRA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley (26) avoids the tackle from Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker (7) during the first half at Neo Quimica Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
The best Eagles coverage is always local, but it's helpful to get a national perspective as well.
Here's what they're saying about your Birds chances against the Packers this week.
"We're going to assume Jalen Hurts (concussion) and Jordan Love (elbow) are a go and will adjust this prediction accordingly if that changes. The Packers limped into the playoffs with a two-game losing streak. Saquon Barkley had 132 total yards and three TDs in the Week 1 matchup between these teams in Brazil, and Hurts had 278 passing yards and two TDs. The Eagles had three turnovers and still won the game.
"Green Bay will give Josh Jacobs 20-plus carries here, and it's worth knowing Love did not have an interception in his past seven games. Can the Packers get enough splash plays on offense to pull another wild-card upset against a NFC East team? Barkley will be the X-factor here. The Packers' past three playoff losses under Matt LaFleuer are by five points or less."
Vic Fangio praises the Packers’ run game and says the Eagles will be tested this weekend. He said their run game starts with the OL but says Josh Jacobs has had as good a season as anybody.
"The Packers went 11-6 on the season, yet landed the final NFC playoff berth because they were the third wild-card team. Their reward? A date against the 14-3 Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field, a difficult road environment. Green Bay opened the season with a 34-29 loss to the Eagles in Brazil. They'll close it with a loss in Philadelphia."
The Peacock halftime show -- featuring Anitta -- went up a notch. pic.twitter.com/EIonMTDeqZ
"It’s hardly worth revisiting the last matchup between the Green Bay Packers and Philadelphia Eagles, a 34-29 final on an awful field in Brazil. The Eagles have fielded the best defense in the NFL since November and they have both the talent and depth in the secondary to match up in man coverage versus Green Bay’s young receiving corps. Just as important, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio is the perfect play-caller to dial up looks and pressure that will force at least one Jordan Love turnover.
"On the other side of the ball, the Packers’ pass rush simply isn’t good enough. Jalen Hurts is going to have time to throw, making this an even better matchup for A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith. While we do expect Green Bay to keep it close for three quarters, a late turnover and the lack of a pass rush doom the Packers in front of a raucous crowd in Philadelphia."
Week 1 Eagles vs Packers: The Merrill Thread
1. SAQUONNNNNNN BARKLEYYYYY
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"These teams met in Game 2 of the NFL season. It ended with the Eagles claiming a 34-29 win in Brazil. Saquon Barkley put the NFL on notice this would be a special season for him as he scored 3 TDs. The Eagles sat their regulars in Week 18 and are expected to be fully healthy. The Packers lost TE Christian Watson in their Week 18 for the postseason and QB Jordan Love injured his elbow. The Eagles will be happy to keep the ball on the ground here and away from Love. After losing the Super Bowl 2 years ago, Jalen Hurts & Company is in 'Title Or Bust' mode. Look for Philly to control this one on both sides of the ball "
In the first-ever NFL game in South America, the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Green Bay Packers on Friday night in Brazil. pic.twitter.com/DRjDFuQFLw
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