The Eagles face off with the Giants this Sunday. And to get the scoop on what to expect, “The Best Show Ever?” talked to Dave Zangaro from NBC Sports Philly? What challenges do they pose to Jalen Hurts and the Eagles offense? How should they go about attacking the Giants offense? Dave Zangaro discusses that and more. Here is some of what he had to say.
On Jalen Hurts vs the Blitz Heavy Giants Defense…
“The one I am most intrquied by is how Jalen Hurts deals with the Wink Martindale defense, which is super blitz heavy. A year ago if you asked me about the Eagles playing a team that blitzes as much as the Giants do, it would be a real concern. But he has come so far in the last year understanding how to beat a blitz. And understanding that he can live in there. He is a much better pocket passer than he was last year… I think they’ve evolved. They will be able to figure out different ways to get the most out of their defense Eeven when the pressure is there. And it is going to be there on Sunday. There is no hiding what this defense does.”
On Eagles Defense vs Giants Offense…
“Saquon is questionable. Even if he plays you have to wonder how effective he will be. The tricky part of the Giants Offense is actually Daniels Jones being a Runner. He has 544 yards this year. And look, he is not Jalen Hurts or Lamar Jackson. But he changes the numbers defensivly a little bit. You have to be aware he has that ability. That should be in the back of your mind… I have to give that coaching staff a ton of credit. They are doing it without much talent at all. They have really one WR in Darius Slayton. The rest of that offense is maximizing Daniel Jones, and getting a lot out of Saquon Barkley. So just keep an eye on Daniel Jones, and make sure he doesnt beat them with his legs.”
Listen to the full discussion with Dave Zangaro below…