The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 6-1 in Week 7 of 2023 NFL season against the Miami Dolphins at Lincoln Financial Field. They dominated their previously praised opponent in a 31-17 victory.
The defending NFC champs will face the Washington Commanders in Week 8.
Philadelphia Eagles Defeat Miami Dolphins
The Eagles put together arguably their most complete effort of the season against Miami. They stifled a potent offense led by Tua Tagovailoa and wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle. The offense moved the ball effectively throughout the Sunday Night Football matchup.
Jalen Hurts, however, committed two more turnovers. He has 10 for the 2023 season, and he finished with only eight in 2022. The franchise quarterback did throw for 279 yards and two touchdowns.
He additionally executed the infamous “tush push” to extend drives and help the Eagles control the time of possession.
The Philadelphia defense limited the high-powered Dolphins to 10 offensive points. Sean Desai drew up an excellent game plan to negate his opponent’s weapons. Darius Slay also came up with a key interception.
Lane Johnson returned after missing most of the Week 7 matchup against the New York Jets with an ankle injury.
Projected Philadelphia Eagles Week 8 Starters
The biggest change in the Week 8 starting lineup will be new trade acquisition Kevin Byard. Howie Roseman dealt Terrell Edmunds and two 2024 draft picks to the Tennessee Titans in exchange for the two-time All-Pro safety.
The Eagles hope to get Reed Blankenship back this week. The second-year pro sat out against the Dolphins, but he hopes to join his fellow Middle Tenessee State alum Byard in the starting defensive backfield.
Julio Jones played 16% of the offensive snaps in his first game with the Eagles, while Olamide Zaccheaus played 57%. However, Jones will likely play an increased role as he adjusts to the new surrounding.
Injury news will also affect the Eagles Week 8 starters. Updates on Johnson, Blankenship, and other players dealing with injuries will drop throughout the week.
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 2021Julio Jones
Wide Receiver, #80
University of Alabama
13th NFL Season, Signed in Free Agency (October 2023)Dallas Goedert
Tight End, #88
South Dakota State
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 2011Sua Opeta
Right Guard, #78
Weber State University
4th NFL Season, Signed as Undrafted Free Agent (November 2019)Lane 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 2022Milton Williams
Defensive Tackle, #93
Louisiana Tech
3rd NFL Season, Drafted in 3rd Round (73rd Overall) in 2021Haason Reddick
Edge Rusher/Linebacker, #7
Temple University
7th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (March 2022)Nakobe Dean
Linebacker, #17
University of Georgia
2nd NFL Season- Drafted in 3rd Round (83rd overall) in 2022Zach Cunningham
Linebacker, #52
Vanderbilt University
7th NFL Season- Signed in Free Agency (August 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)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)
