Four ways Philadelphia Eagles can rebound from loss – Philadelphia Eagles Blog

PHILADELPHIA — The familiar angst is back at the City of Brotherly Love.

If the Eagles fan base has some concerns, it doesn’t feel like football season. Their frustrations can be directed towards a target. Philly knows the sky doesn’t fall at 8-1 every day, but it is better to keep one eye on the clouds overhead than the rest of us.

Monday’s loss to the ESP by 32-21 Washington Commanders It restored a sense of normalcy. It ended the Eagles’ undefeated streak and was a receiver. A.J. Brown Afterward, she said, “Now all that 17-0 s— has ended.”

The team’s weaknesses have been the focus of attention — namely the rush defense and the growing injuries (none more than the one at the tight end). Dallas Goedert) and the questionable officiating calls, all of which played a part in the Eagles suffering their first defeat of the season.

There has been some national discussion about whether or not the Eagles were exposed.

With only nine games remaining and eight to go, questions about this team are rising to the surface, without the protection of an unblemished track record. It is now that you can take a look at the Eagles’ current situation as they prepare to face the Indianapolis Colts on Week 11.Sunday at 1 p.m. ET, CBS)

Significance Goederts injury

Fans are mad about Monday’s non-call facemask by linebacker. Jamin Davis Goedert was hurt during the play. He was placed on injured reserve Wednesday: A shoulder injury will keep you out of the next four games.

Coach Nick Sirianni said that Goedert was playing like an elite three tight end. The numbers support this view: He is second in receiving yards (544), and tied for second in receiving touchdowns (3), behind Brown.

Brown stated that “with guys going down the roles of other players will get bigger.”

It’s good news for the quarterback Jalen HurtsBrown still has top-end receivers he can throw to. DeVonta SmithThis is a strong line to work behind, and other wideouts such as Quez Watkins Zach PascalYou can also take over some of the pass-catching duties. A few young tight ends are also available. Grant Calcaterra Tyree Jackson, Who can make some plays with whom? Jack Stoll. The difference in the number of starters and No. This roster has No. 2 and is perhaps the most tight. (Lane Johnson A strong case can also be made for right tackle. Goedert is a great receiver and blocker. Bottom line, Hurts job is harder than ever and offensive coaches have a tougher job.

“It’s not going to be easy to replace Dallas,” Sirianni said, “and not just one person does it.”

Two big signings may help, though run defense is still an issue

It may seem odd at first, but it could be a sign of a rookie tackle being lost Jordan DavisHe was only playing about 30% of defensive snaps. This would have such an impact on the team’s ability to stop the run. However, he was just like Goedert.

Davis, 6’6″ and 340 pounds was essential in Jonathan Gannon’s hybrid defensive scheme. Davis’s multiple blocking roles and his role as an interior wall made it harder for rushing lanes to be found. Gannon’s scheme of preventing big plays in the passing games meant that there was less stress for the safeties and linebackers. The numbers speak for themselves: Davis suffered a high ankle injury against the Steelers. Pittsburgh Steelers The Eagles allowed 3.9 yards per rush when Davis was on the field while allowing 6 yards for him to run off the field. This is a significant improvement over Week 7. The Eagles gave up 152 rush yards on the Commanders, and 168 yards on the ground to the Falcons in their last two games without Davis. Houston Texans.

“We’ll all be alright. Everyone is stressing. Everyone has been panicking. “I think we can fix our own problems and go back to what we did earlier in this season,” said defensive tackle. Fletcher Cox. “We know it will get cold, so teams will begin to run the ball. Let’s face it: In the last few weeks, we lost 100 yards. We know this is not the case. As a group, we’ll do better.”

They face a daunting task. Jonathan Taylor, Aaron Jones, Derrick Henry Saquon Barkley Over the next four weeks.

The Eagles are looking for help. Ndamukong Suh was signed as a veteran defensive tackle by the Eagles. Linval Joseph To one-year deals On back-to-back games this week. The locker room chemistry has been perfect up to this point. Adding new elements to the equation could cause problems. And at ages 34 and 35, it’s hard to know how much they have in the tank. Both are experienced players and should quickly learn their roles. Suh, a three time first-team All Pro, proved that he could still be disruptive last year. He had six sacks, seven tackles to loss, and 13 quarterback hits for Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Joseph, at 6’4″ and 329 pounds, is more space-eater than Davis. At the very least, he should help to keep things afloat until Davis returns. Davis can be called up to the injured reserve for the Dec. 4 match against Henry. Tennessee Titans.

Sirianni stated that Joseph is “the right kind of guy for our locker room.” “We believe he is still a helluva football player and he will be able to assist us.”

These special teams might end up biting them

The Eagles have a remarkable first half-plus season by almost any measure. They rank second in Football Outsiders DVOA team rankings, with fourth place on offense and fifth defense.

But what about special teams, you ask? The rating falls to 24th.

They have made numerous mistakes in the past week, including getting duped by fake punts and extending opponents drives with roughing-the–kicker calls, such as against Washington. They have not suffered any financial losses. It could, if they keep up the good work, especially in the playoffs where the opponent’s quality is higher.

The bright side

Goedert, Davis, and slot corner Avonte Maddox (hamstringThe injured reserve (or ) throws a wrench in the operation. The season’s wear and tear is beginning to show: Right tackle Jordan MailataHe joked that “sticky tape” is holding the offensive line together, despite having a shoulder injury that has kept him sidelined for weeks.

However, injuries do happen and the Eagles are in a good position to continue their dominance of the NFC.

No matter what stickiness, the offensive line remains the best in football. Hurts playing at an MVP level Even without Goedert’s assistance, there are more quality options than many. The defense is the No. 1 defense, despite all the arguing about rush defense. Takeaways rank No. 1 in the NFL (21), No. 2 against the pass (177.7 yard per game), and No. 7 in points allowed (18.6ppg).

According to ESPN’s Football Power Index Philadelphia is the fourth-most difficult remaining schedule. They are projected to be favorites in every game except one, with the exception of the Christmas Eve matchup at the. Dallas Cowboys.

It can be summarized as follows: Monday’s loss at the Commanders highlighted some of the team’s weaknesses. The Eagles have less than others.