Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) is stopped with the ball during the second half of an NFL football game by Detroit Lions linebacker Jack Campbell (46) and Lions cornerback Amik Robertson (21) Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025, in Philadelphia. — AP Photo/Matt Slocum Jalen Hurts scored the only touchdown in an otherwise feeble effort from the Philadelphia Eagles’ offense, and it was enough to lead them to a 16-9 win over the Detroit Lions, who failed on every fourth-down try Sunday night. The Eagles (8-2) are the only team in the NFC East with more than three wins and the second one in the conference to eight victories, putting them in contention to take the top seed and earn home-field advantage as the Super Bowl champions go for a repeat. Hurts threw for only 135 yards, reigning Offensive Player of the Year Saquon Barkley ran for 83 and former 1,000-yard receivers A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith combined for nine catches for 57 yards. Yet those struggles didn’t matter much against a Detroit team that seemed happy to try and give the game away. The Lions, who entered averaging 31.4 points per game, failed to convert on five fourth-down attempts and were 3 of 13 on third down. Lions coach Dan Campbell replaced offensive coordinator John Morton as the play-caller last week. Campbell wasn’t ready to say it was a permanent move, although he called plays again against the Eagles. Campbell wasn’t much of an improvement. The Lions’ notable failure came late in the third quarter while trailing 13-6 after Jared Goff connected with Jahmyr Gibbs for a 42-yard gain that took the ball to the Eagles 22. The Lions went on to get a first-and-goal at the 8, but they turned the ball over on downs. The Eagles at least took advantage of their best scoring chance inside the 10. Barkley had a 5-yard TD run in the second quarter overturned by a replay review, a momentary setback once Hurts scored from 1 yard out — yes, on a tush push — with 16 seconds left to send the Eagles into halftime with a 13-6 lead. Jake Elliott kicked field goals of 27 and 34 yards in the half. He made a 49-yarder in the fourth for a 16-6 lead. Goff — who went 14 of 37 for 255 yards —- hit Jameson Williams for a 40-yard score that tied the game at 6-all late in the second quarter. Williams celebrated by jumping onto the goal post padding and bear-hugging the upright, which earned him a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty. On a blustery night in Philly, those lost yards cost the Lions when Jake Bates was wide right on the 48-yard extra point. Bates did kick a 54-yard field goal with 1:58 left. What can Brown do for you? Hurts tried to force the ball to an unhappy Brown early after yet another week of complaints from the wide receiver about his role in the offense. Brown’s production has severely declined this season — he was targeted just three times last week at Green Bay — and he took to social media afterward to express his displeasure, saying on Twitch that fantasy owners should drop him from their teams. Brown — who appeared to give up on at least one route in the third quarter — finished with seven catches for 49 yards against the Lions. DeJean gets his first interception Eagles cornerback Cooper DeJean had his first career regular-season interception when he picked off Goff’s pass in the first quarter that led to a field goal. The second-year standout, of course, is mostly remembered from an interception in last season’s Super Bowl. DeJean became the first player in Super Bowl history to intercept a pass or score a touchdown on his birthday when he returned a poor throw by Patrick Mahomes 38 yards for a TD. Injuries Lions: All-Pro safety Kerby Joseph missed his fourth straight game with a knee injury. Eagles: OL Lane Johnson was ruled out at halftime with a foot injury. Johnson left last week’s win against Green Bay with an ankle injury in the second quarter but returned in the fourth. Up next Lions: Host the New York Giants next Sunday. Eagles: At Dallas next Sunday. Stay informed and connected — subscribe to The Philadelphia Tribune NOW! Click Here Keep it Clean. Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, racist or sexually-oriented language. PLEASE TURN OFF YOUR CAPS LOCK. Don’t Threaten. Threats of harming another person will not be tolerated. Be Truthful. Don’t knowingly lie about anyone or anything. Be Nice. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism that is degrading to another person. Be Proactive. Use the ‘Report’ link on each comment to let us know of abusive posts. Share with Us. We’d love to hear eyewitness accounts, the history behind an article. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that TSA employees who “stepped up every single day” and “served with exemplary service” would be receiving bonus checks.
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El único touchdown de Jalen Hurts lleva a Eagles a victoria 16-9 sobre Lions
Por DAN GELSTON
FILADELFIA (AP)
Jalen Hurts anotó el único touchdown en un esfuerzo por lo demás débil de la ofensiva de los Eagles de Filadelfia, y fue suficiente para llevarlos a una victoria de 16-9 sobre los Lions de Detroit, quienes fallaron en todos sus intentos en cuarta oportunidad el domingo por la noche.
Los Eagles (8-2) son el único equipo en la División Este de la NFC con más de tres victorias y el segundo en la conferencia en alcanzar ocho triunfos, lo que los pone en contienda para obtener el primer puesto y ganar la ventaja de jugar en casa mientras los campeones del Super Bowl buscan repetir el título de la liga.
Hurts lanzó para solo 135 yardas, el actual Jugador Ofensivo del Año Saquon Barkley corrió para 83, y los ex receptores de 1,000 yardas A. J. Brown y DeVonta Smith se combinaron para nueve recepciones para 57 yardas. Sin embargo, esas dificultades no importaron mucho contra un equipo de Detroit que parecía feliz de intentar regalar el juego.
Los Lions, que entraron promediando 31.4 puntos por juego, no lograron convertir en cinco intentos de cuarta oportunidad y se fueron tres de 13 en tercer down. El coach de los Lions, Dan Campbell, reemplazó al coordinador ofensivo John Morton como el encargado de las jugadas la semana pasada. Campbell no estaba listo para decir que era un cambio permanente, aunque volvió a llamar las jugadas contra los Eagles. Campbell no fue una gran mejora.
El notable fracaso de los Lions llegó al final del tercer cuarto mientras perdían 13-6, después de que Jared Goff conectara con Jahmyr Gibbs para una ganancia de 42 yardas que llevó el balón a la yarda 22 de los Eagles. Los Lions lograron un primer intento y gol en la yarda ocho, pero perdieron el balón en downs.
Los Eagles al menos aprovecharon su mejor oportunidad de anotar dentro de la yarda diez. Jake Elliott pateó goles de campo de 27 y 34 yardas en la primera mitad. Hizo uno de 49 yardas en el cuarto para dejar la ventaja en 16-6.
Goff —quien completó 14 de 37 para 255 yardas— conectó con Jameson Williams para una anotación de 40 yardas que empató el juego a seis al final del segundo cuarto. Williams celebró saltando sobre el acolchado del poste de gol y abrazando el poste, lo que le valió una penalización de 15 yardas por conducta antideportiva.
En una noche ventosa en Filadelfia, esas yardas perdidas le costaron a los Lions cuando Jake Bates falló a la derecha en el punto extra de 48 yardas. Bates pateó un gol de campo de 54 yardas con 1:58 restantes.
“You can see it on the field”: NFL coach breaks down visible rift between Jalen Hurts and A.J. Brown as Eagles WR garners trade enquiries
An anonymous NFL coach recently shared his perspective on the ongoing rift between Jalen Hurts and wide receiver A. J. Brown on the field. Rumors have been circulating about the three-time Pro Bowler potentially being traded before the November 4 deadline. These speculations intensified after Brown expressed frustrations with the team’s offense this season.
According to an article by The Athletic’s Diana Russini, the anonymous coach explained that he understands Brown’s frustration with both the team and quarterback Jalen Hurts. He noted, “Hurts struggles against zone. That’s when A. J. goes MIA. There are times it looks like Hurts doesn’t fully trust what he’s seeing, so he checks it down and plays it safe. It’s either a deep shot or a checkdown — not much in between.”
The coach added, “The timing is just off. And you see it on the field — the communication between Hurts and Brown just isn’t there right now.”
This season, Brown has been targeted less frequently by Hurts. In seven games, the wide receiver has recorded 395 yards and three receiving touchdowns on 29 receptions for the Eagles, who currently hold a 5-2 record.
However, during their 28-22 victory over the Minnesota Vikings last week, Hurts and Brown appeared to finally rekindle their missing chemistry. Brown hauled in four receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns. Unfortunately, he injured his hamstring during the game, sidelining him for Sunday’s matchup against the New York Giants.
### DeVonta Smith Shares Thoughts on Brown’s Absence
Eagles star and Super Bowl LIX champion DeVonta Smith spoke about the challenges the team will face without Brown in the lineup. His comments came prior to the official decision to bench Brown as he recovers from his hamstring injury.
According to a tweet from The Athletic’s Zach Berman, Smith emphasized the need for offensive adjustments:
“Obviously, he’s a great player. We’ll have to adjust if that’s the case, he’s not out there. Everybody’s going to have to be studying a little harder, and guys will be moving around to different spots.”
### A. J. Brown’s Journey and Contract
A. J. Brown began his NFL career with the Tennessee Titans in 2019 before being traded to the Eagles in 2022. Since joining Philadelphia, he has established himself as a key player on offense.
In April 2024, Brown agreed to a three-year contract extension worth $96 million, solidifying his role with the team moving forward.
### Upcoming Game
The Eagles will face off against the Giants this Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. With Brown sidelined, the team will undoubtedly need to adjust their offensive strategy to secure a victory at home.
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