Rookie Phenom Jaelan Phillips Shines in Eagles Debut at Lambeau

On November 11, 2025, the Philadelphia Eagles traveled to Lambeau Field to take on the Green Bay Packers in a crucial Monday Night Football matchup. The story of the night, however, was the debut performance of rookie edge rusher Jaelan Phillips, who had been traded to the Eagles just a week prior.

Phillips, who had spent the first part of the season with the Miami Dolphins, wasted no time making his presence felt in his new team's defense. Late in the game, with the Eagles clinging to a narrow lead, Phillips drove a Packers tight end backward and then latched onto running back Josh Jacobs, forcing a crucial fumble that was recovered by the Eagles. This play effectively sealed the victory for Philadelphia, as their defense held on for the final 90 seconds.

The Eagles' defense, led by the likes of Phillips, Nolan Smith, and a veteran Brandon Graham, was the key to the team's success on this night. While the offense struggled to find its rhythm, the defense stepped up, limiting the Packers to just 4.0 yards per play and sacking quarterback Jordan Love three times. Cornerback Adoree' Jackson's celebratory dive after the fumble recovery encapsulated the energy and excitement of the Eagles' defensive unit.