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- calendar_today October 11, 2026
Eagles Collapse Late Against Jaguars in London
The Philadelphia Eagles endured another devastating defeat, losing 19-17 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. After taking a late fourth-quarter lead, the Eagles' offense disappeared, resulting in their third straight loss and leaving both the team and fans frustrated by continued offensive struggles and missed opportunities.
Third Down Execution Shows Improvement
One of the few bright spots for the Eagles came on third down. Just a week before, the team had gone 0-for-12 on third down in a discouraging loss to the Rams. This week, however, the Eagles started strong, converting 4-of-6 third downs in the first half against the Jaguars. Tight end Dallas Goedert’s return provided a reliable option for quarterback Jalen Hurts, and other playmakers contributed to these successes.
On a pivotal second-quarter drive, Philadelphia converted a third and eight, then moved into the red zone with an 18-yard catch and run by Dontayvion Wicks on third and 10. Despite subsequent negative plays, a pass interference call on third and goal put the Eagles in position for a game-tying Will Shipley touchdown run.
Perhaps the most impressive play came next: facing a third and 10, Jalen Hurts found Darius Cooper wide open for a 62-yard touchdown, giving the Eagles the lead. Overall, the Eagles finished 6-for-15 on third down—an improvement over the prior week’s showing, even as the second-half offense fell short.
Run Game Stalls Amid Injuries
The Eagles’ struggles on the ground were glaring. With key running backs Saquon Barkley and Tank Bigsby out and the offensive line missing several starters, including a Hall of Fame right tackle and two other key linemen, the run game never found traction. Fourth-string running back Dameon Pierce managed little against a tough Jaguars defense, particularly after Will Shipley left with a foot injury.
Philadelphia finished with just 18 carries for 22 yards—an average of 1.2 yards per rush. The Jaguars effectively made the Eagles' offense one-dimensional, limiting not only the running backs but also Jalen Hurts, who had no scramble opportunities and no designed QB runs. As a result, Jacksonville controlled possession for 35:02, further hampering the Eagles' chances.
Special Teams and Defensive Highlights
Special teams played an unexpected role in the game’s frenetic final minutes. After a high snap on a Jaguars extra point, the Eagles trailed by only two points late in the game. Their defense responded, forcing a Jacksonville three-and-out with little time remaining. Jalen Hurts then led the Eagles into field goal range, where Jake Elliott converted a 48-yard attempt to take the lead.
However, poor special teams return coverage allowed the Jaguars to reach field goal range almost immediately. With just a single second left, Cam Little sealed the Jaguars' win with a chip-shot field goal.
Impact of Injuries and What's Next
The Eagles are hoping their injury woes are temporary. Neither Barkley nor Bigsby are on injured reserve and could return in coming weeks. Despite entering the game ranked 16th in rushing yards per game, the Eagles' run game struggled to make an impact in London, and adding only 22 rushing yards is unlikely to help their season averages.
As the Eagles look to recover from this heartbreaking defeat and address ongoing offensive struggles, particularly their run game and late-game execution, fans and analysts alike await signs of improvement. The continued resilience of players like Darius Cooper and targeted playmakers on third down will be key in turning the season around for Philly football.
Source: phillyvoice.com.
