The Philadelphia Eagles are coming into this matchup against the Houston Texans the only undefeated team left in the NFL. This season Jalen Hurts has been on a mission to show that he’s as elite as any other quarterback in the NFL. Jalen’s a true duel quarterback who can throw the ball and run the ball with the best of them. This season Jalen Hurts has thrown for 1,799 passing yards with 10 touchdowns. Inside the red zone, Jalen Hurts is pretty much automatic and last week he proved that real quick. Jalen Hurts connected with his new weapon AJ Brown last weekend for 3 touchdowns and it got ugly quickly. Jalen Hurts had 285 yards passing and 4 touchdowns as they were able to rest Hurts against the Steelers after his massive half. Hurts was lethal in that matchup against the Steelers defense but his counterpart AJ Brown was on another level.
AJ Brown had 3 touchdowns and after every touchdown he let it be known that his defenders on the Steelers were too small. Tonight against the Texans defense look for Jalen Hurts and AJ Brown to strike quickly and early again. The Texans defense has been suspect this season and this is a defense that the Eagles will be able to pounce on ASAP. The Eagles offense has been impressive this season and it doesn’t matter what running back is in the backfield as they all can get loose. Sanders, Boston, and Gainwell all bring something to the table and help Hurts when he needs a breather. The Eagles defense has been playing lights out and will try to slow down Davis Mills. Darius Slay has been a ball hawk all year and he will have his hands full with a pissed-off Brandin Cooks who feels disrespected after the trade deadline.
Speaking of Brandin Cooks he’s the best wide receiver on this Houston team and he will need to get open if they’re going to have a chance to beat the Eagles. The other bright spot for the Texans is the rookie running back Dameon Pierce who’s been explosive for Houston. On the season he has 539 rushing yards and 3 touchdowns so look for him to get in the end zone. Pierce is the only player that can rush and catch out of the backfield so his playmaking ability will be on full display. The Texans defense is the problem as they can’t hold anyone when it comes to the air attack. The Texans rushing defense has been okay but with Brown/Smith running all over that secondary it could be a long night in Houston. The Eagles have the experience together and they will be a true force to be reckoned with moving forward in the year. With Jalen Hurts in the MVP discussion he will be looking to continue his greatness this season to keep his team undefeated.
Prediction: Philadelphia Eagles 31 – Houston Texans 10
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