The Philadelphia Eagles went up against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Erie County, New York. Both teams have already clinched a playoff berth but are looking to improve upon their records. Their offenses can be seen as very similar, with both teams having established run games, with Philly having running back Saquon Barkley and Buffalo having running back James Cook. While also having quarterbacks who can extend plays and run during scrambles. First Half The first half was a back-and-forth battle with both teams forcing punts. Momentum would shift for Philly after linebacker Jaelan Philips sacked Josh Allen, who fumbled the ball, which Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell recovered. Philly capitalized with the first score of the game with Jalen Hurts connecting to tight end Dallas Goedert, making it 7-0. Going into the second quarter, the Eagles’ defense halted the Bills’ offense for the remainder of the half, with the Bills not scoring a single point. Philadelphia recorded two more field goals before the quarter ended, bringing the score to 13-0 Eagles.Second HalfBills received the ball in the second half. The third quarter was quiet until around the four-minute mark when Josh Allen connected for a 32-yard pass to wide receiver Tyrell Shavers to get into the redzone. Although Philly’s defense made the stops with the Bills going for it on 4th and goal and failing, turning the ball over to the Eagles. The third quarter would come to an end, the score still being 13-0 Eagles.The fourth quarter was quiet until after a lengthy drive from Buffalo. The Bills performed their own version of the “tush push” with Josh Allen pushing in to finally put points on the board for Buffalo. Although when going for the extra kick, it was blocked, making the score 13-6 with four minutes left.Bills got the ball back with three minutes left, attempting to make a comeback with their last drive of the game. With only 18 seconds left in the game, Allen connected with tight end Dawson Knox, but was stopped on the one-yard line. With eight seconds and 4th and goal, the Bills prepared for one last play. Josh Allen keept the ball and pushed in again for the touchdown, making the game 13-12 Eagles. Bills attempted the two-point conversion, but Josh Allen missed Khalil Shakir, failing the conversion. With an onside kick being received successfully, Philly took the win.The final score was 13-12. What’s Next?Buffalo, now 11-5, will go on to play the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium in Erie County, New York.The Eagles will play the Washington Commanders in a NFC East Division rivalry matchup in Lincoln Financial Field.
BUFFALO, N.Y. —
The Philadelphia Eagles went up against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium in Erie County, New York.
Both teams have already clinched a playoff berth but are looking to improve upon their records. Their offenses can be seen as very similar, with both teams having established run games, with Philly having running back Saquon Barkley and Buffalo having running back James Cook. While also having quarterbacks who can extend plays and run during scrambles.
First Half
The first half was a back-and-forth battle with both teams forcing punts. Momentum would shift for Philly after linebacker Jaelan Philips sacked Josh Allen, who fumbled the ball, which Eagles linebacker Jihaad Campbell recovered.
Philly capitalized with the first score of the game with Jalen Hurts connecting to tight end Dallas Goedert, making it 7-0.
Going into the second quarter, the Eagles’ defense halted the Bills’ offense for the remainder of the half, with the Bills not scoring a single point. Philadelphia recorded two more field goals before the quarter ended, bringing the score to 13-0 Eagles.
Second Half
Bills received the ball in the second half. The third quarter was quiet until around the four-minute mark when Josh Allen connected for a 32-yard pass to wide receiver Tyrell Shavers to get into the redzone. Although Philly’s defense made the stops with the Bills going for it on 4th and goal and failing, turning the ball over to the Eagles.
The third quarter would come to an end, the score still being 13-0 Eagles.
The fourth quarter was quiet until after a lengthy drive from Buffalo. The Bills performed their own version of the “tush push” with Josh Allen pushing in to finally put points on the board for Buffalo. Although when going for the extra kick, it was blocked, making the score 13-6 with four minutes left.
Bills got the ball back with three minutes left, attempting to make a comeback with their last drive of the game. With only 18 seconds left in the game, Allen connected with tight end Dawson Knox, but was stopped on the one-yard line. With eight seconds and 4th and goal, the Bills prepared for one last play. Josh Allen keept the ball and pushed in again for the touchdown, making the game 13-12 Eagles.
Bills attempted the two-point conversion, but Josh Allen missed Khalil Shakir, failing the conversion. With an onside kick being received successfully, Philly took the win.
The final score was 13-12.
What’s Next?
Buffalo, now 11-5, will go on to play the New York Jets at Highmark Stadium in Erie County, New York.
The Eagles will play the Washington Commanders in a NFC East Division rivalry matchup in Lincoln Financial Field.