The Philadelphia Eagles delivered a dramatic comeback on Sunday, rallying from a double-digit deficit to defeat the Los Angeles Rams 33-26 in a Week 3 thriller that left fans on both sides breathless. The win keeps the Eagles perfect at 3-0 and extends their home win streak to an impressive 12 games, while the Rams suffer their first loss of the season in heartbreaking fashion.
A Tale of Two Halves
For much of the first half, it looked like the Rams were in control. Quarterback Matthew Stafford orchestrated two early touchdown drives, and the defense kept Eagles star Jalen Hurts in check. By halftime, Los Angeles held a comfortable lead and seemed poised to make a statement on the road.
But the second half belonged entirely to Philadelphia. The Eagles erupted for 26 unanswered points, flipping the script with a combination of explosive offense and clutch defensive plays. Jalen Hurts found his rhythm, connecting with A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith for key gains, while running back D’Andre Swift powered through the Rams’ front seven for tough yards.
Game-Changing Moments
The turning point came late in the fourth quarter. With the Rams driving to tie the game, Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis blocked a crucial field goal attempt and returned it for a touchdown, sealing the victory and sending Lincoln Financial Field into a frenzy.
Other standout moments included:
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Jalen Hurts’ resilience: Despite being sacked by Rams safety Jaylen McCollough in a highlight-reel hit, Hurts bounced back to lead two fourth-quarter touchdown drives.
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Eagles’ defense: Philadelphia’s secondary clamped down on Rams receivers in the second half, forcing two turnovers and limiting explosive plays.
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Special teams heroics: The blocked field goal return was the exclamation point on a dominant second-half performance by the Eagles’ special teams unit.
What This Means for Both Teams
The Eagles’ win cements their status as early NFC favorites and showcases their ability to overcome adversity. Head coach Nick Sirianni praised his team’s “mental toughness and belief,” noting that “this is the kind of win that builds championship character”.
For the Rams, the loss is a bitter pill after such a promising start. Head coach Sean McVay acknowledged the need to “finish games stronger” but remained optimistic about the team’s potential moving forward.
Key Stats
| Team | 1st Half Points | 2nd Half Points | Total Yards | Turnovers |
|----------------|-----------------|-----------------|-------------|-----------|
| Rams | 20 | 6 | 387 | 2 |
| Eagles | 7 | 26 | 402 | 1 |
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Jalen Hurts: 312 passing yards, 3 TDs, 1 INT
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Matthew Stafford: 278 passing yards, 2 TDs, 2 INTs
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Jordan Davis: 1 blocked FG, 1 TD (special teams)
Looking Ahead
The Eagles will look to keep their momentum going as they face the Dallas Cowboys next week in a high-stakes NFC East showdown. The Rams, meanwhile, return home to regroup and prepare for a divisional clash with the San Francisco 49ers.
If Sunday’s game is any indication, both teams will be must-watch TV as the 2025 NFL season heats up.
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