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Mistakes Plague Eagles in Shock Loss to Commanders
21 Dec
Summary
- Eagles suffered a critical loss to the Commanders due to numerous errors.
- Jake Elliott missed three crucial field goal attempts.
- Key players like Nakobe Dean sustained injuries during the game.
The Philadelphia Eagles' pursuit of a second consecutive NFC East Division title suffered a significant setback with a loss to the Washington Commanders. The team was plagued by a multitude of errors, beginning with a fumbled kickoff by Will Shipley early in the game.
Kicker Jake Elliott proved unreliable, missing three field goals, including a 43-yard attempt. Offensive penalties and missed blocks also disrupted crucial drives. The defense struggled with the run game and lost linebacker Nakobe Dean to a hamstring injury in the first quarter.
Despite outgaining Washington in yardage, the Eagles' inability to capitalize on opportunities, coupled with costly mistakes, led to their defeat. The Commanders capitalized on these errors to secure the victory, highlighting the Eagles' need for improved execution.
