Are the Philadelphia Eagles’ defensive struggles signaling real trouble, or is it just a slow start? AThe answer may shape the Birds’ Super Bowl aspirations.
Are the Philadelphia Eagles’ defensive struggles signaling real trouble, or is it just a slow start? After a shaky showing against both the Commanders and Titans, missed tackles, questionable pursuit, and linebacker lapses have become too frequent for comfort. Tyjae Spears gashing the Eagles for nearly six yards a carry and Cam Ward’s free touchdown run raise eyebrows, especially as the defensive front fails to dominate against two of the league’s weaker run games.
Still, the secondary stands tall—Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean have barely been challenged, and Riq Woolen’s coverage remains a bright spot. While safeties and linebackers struggled in coverage, big plays from Jalen Carter and the reliability of Zack Baun offer hope. Can Philly's defense tighten up in the trenches and regain their aggression, or will these concerns haunt them deeper into the season? The answer may shape the Birds’ Super Bowl aspirations.