Jalen Hurts, Eagles Beat Jared Goff, Lions as NFL Fans Hype Philadelphia's Defense

Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles defense defeated Jared Goff and the Detroit Lions 16-9 at home on Sunday.

With the win, the Eagles improved to 8-2 to stay atop an otherwise struggling NFC East, extending their win streak to four games. The Lions fell to 6-4 and dropped out of second place in the NFC North.

Jalen Hurts threw for 135 yards, completing 14-of-28 passes and a rushing touchdown, with A.J. Brown hauling in seven receptions for 49 yards.

And while the offense had a relatively quiet night, it was the Eagles' defense that stole the spotlight and carried Philadelphia to the win.

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Fans praised the Eagles defense for keeping Philadelphia afloat and helping secure the win.

Jared Goff finished with 255 yards, one touchdown and one interception, completing 14-of-37 passes. Jahmyr Gibbs added 39 yards on 12 carries and 107 receiving yards, while Jameson Williamson caught Detroit's lone touchdown.

The Lions' lone touchdown came on a second-quarter score, but a missed extra point left them stuck at six points at the half. Meanwhile, the Eagles notched two field goals and a touchdown to take a 13-6 lead while also forcing a Lions interception.

The third quarter became a defensive clinic for Philadelphia, as Detroit turned it over on downs on all three of its possessions, giving the Lions five total through three quarters. 

A fourth-quarter field goal extended the Eagles' lead, and their defense continued to stifle Detroit to secure the victory.

Philadelphia will hit the road to face Dallas next Sunday.