Eagles-Cowboys Preview: 6 Points on Football Friday
It’s been a very weird week in Philly Sports Radio. Here are some reflections as part of our preview of the Eagles-Cowboys game in Dallas!
One Dallas Critique That Is No Longer Valid
We often think of the Dallas Cowboys as late-season chokers. That may be valid in the postseason for the past 28 years, but it hasn’t been true in the final weeks of the season for a long time. In regular-season games after December 1 since 2016, the Cowboys are an impressive 23-11. The Cowboys are 2-3 in postseason games during that same period.
If you’re going to mock the “Run the Ball” advocates, at least give honest analysis.
All week, the Eagles “balance” on offense has been a topic of debate. Though I understand both sides of the argument, there is a very sneaky stat constantly offered in defense of the Eagles offense. If I heard it once, I heard it 50 times this week from Philly sports media.
The Eagles are fifth in rushing attempts. Though that number is true, it’s also offered without context. Yes, they are fifth. They also have 33% of their “carries” coming on design quarterback runs and scrambles. That is the highest percentage in the NFL.
Jalen Hurts is averaging just 3.55 yards per carry. Lamar Jackson is more productive averaging 5.1 yards per carry. We all know that Hurts hasn’t had that many “designed runs” this season. If you’re going to be objective, it’s about your backs getting carries, not quarterback scrambles.
Troubling Stat To Pay Attention To
The Cowboys are allowing 180 passing yards per game while the Eagles are giving up 260. The Eagles have allowed 90 yards rushing per game, and Dallas is only giving up 106. Philadelphia’s opponents have been more difficult, but Dallas has played tighter defense. It’s hard to quantify, but the challenge is monumental!
Why doubt this Eagles regime?
The Nick Sirianni regime will return to the playoffs for the third consecutive season. After winning an NFC Title last season, a mere playoff berth might not seem that impressive. However, a three-year streak is always a good thing.
His team is 24-5 over the past two regular seasons. The loss against the 49ers was terrible, but no NFL team has been better in 2023. Breathe and reflect back on how many times this team has surprised you. I won’t bail on them or Jalen Hurts.
Remember this.
IF the Eagles lose on Sunday, going 4-0 in their final games will win them the NFC East on the fourth tiebreaker.
Prepare for Sunday drama.
Both offenses should have a wild night. I’ve already bet the OVER on my Bet Parx app. I’ll take the overs on passing attempts for both quarterback. I also plan to load up on a DeVonta Smith anytime touchdown and over on his yardage.
Eagles-Cowboys Preview: The Eagles create two turnovers and squeak out a 34-30 win over the Cowboys.
It's Dallas week.
— 97.5 The Fanatic (@975TheFanatic) December 7, 2023
Everyone that has ever put on a Cowboys uniform has a stink to them, but the guys on @975JKShow have a question.
Who is the Cowboys player that you despise the most?
610-632-0975
📸Elsa/Getty Images pic.twitter.com/cK4hzWxhFf
Watch The John Kincade Show on the 97.5 The Fanatic YouTube page on weekday mornings from 6am-10am.
Philadelphia Eagles Projected 2023 Week 14 Starters
Jalen Hurts
Quarterback, #1
Oklahoma University/University of Alabama
4th NFL Season- Drafted in 2nd Round (53rd overall) in 2020D'Andre Swift
Running Back, #0
University of Georgia
4th NFL season- Acquired in a trade from Detroit Lions (April 2023)A.J. Brown
Wide Receiver, #11
Ole Miss
5th NFL season- Acquired in a trade from Tennessee Titans (April 2022)DeVonta Smith
Wide Receiver, #6
University of Alabama
3rd NFL Season- Drafted in 1st Round (10th overall) in 2021Quez Watkins
Wide Receiver, #16
Southern Miss
4th NFL Season- Drafted in 6th Round (200th overall) in 2020Dallas Goedert
Tight End, #88
South Dakota St.
6th NFL Season- Drafted in 2nd Round (48th overall) in 2018Jordan Mailata
Left Tackle, #68
Jeff Stoutland University
6th NFL Season- Drafted in 7th Round (233rd overall) in 2018Landon Dickerson
Left Guard, #69
University of Alabama
3rd NFL Season- Drafted in 2nd Round (37th overall) in 2021Jason Kelce
Center, #62
University of Cincinnati
13th NFL Season- Drafted in 6th Round (191st overall) in 2011Cam Jurgens
Right Guard, #51
University of Nebraska
2nd NFL Season- Drafted in 2nd Round (51st overall) in 2022Lane Johnson
Left Tackle, #69
Oklahoma University
11th NFL Season- Drafted in 1st Round (4th overall) in 2013Josh Sweat
Defensive End, #94
Florida State
6th NFL Season- Drafted in 4th Round (130th overall) in 2018Fletcher Cox
Defensive Tackle, #91
Mississippi State
12th NFL Season- Drafted in 1st Round (12th overall) in 2012Jordan Davis
Defensive Tackle, #90
University of Georgia
2nd NFL Season- Drafted in 1st Round (13th overall) in 2022Haason Reddick
Edge Rusher/Linebacker, #7
Temple University
7th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (March 2022)Nicholas Morrow
Linebacker, #41
Greensville University
6th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (March 2023)Shaquille Leonard
Linebacker, #50
South Carolina St.
6th NFL Season, Signed in Free Agency (December 2023)Darius Slay
Cornerback, #2
Mississippi State
11th NFL Season- Acquired in trade from Detroit Lions (March 2020)James Bradberry
Cornerback, #24
University of Arkansas/Samford University
8th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (May 2022)Bradley Roby
Cornerback, #33
Ohio State University
10th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (October 2023)Kevin Byard
Safety, #31
Middle Tennessee State
8th NFL Season, Acquired in trade from Tennessee Titans (October 2023)Reed Blankenship
Safety, #32
Middle Tennessee State
2nd NFL Season- Signed as Undrafted Free Agent (May 2022)
