On October 1, 2023, the Philadelphia Eagles edged out the Washington Commanders 34-31 in an overtime thriller at Lincoln Financial Field. The game was highlighted by standout performances from key players on both teams.PFF+3Eagles Football+3FOX Sports+3
Philadelphia Eagles:
- Jalen Hurts (QB): Completed 25 of 37 passes for 319 yards and 2 touchdowns. He also contributed 34 rushing yards on 9 carries. PFF+5ESPN.com+5FOX Sports+5Eagles Football
- A.J. Brown (WR): Recorded 9 receptions for 175 yards and 2 touchdowns, including a 59-yard score that gave the Eagles their first lead in the third quarter.
- D’Andre Swift (RB): Rushed 14 times for 56 yards and a touchdown, adding 23 receiving yards on 4 catches.
- Jake Elliott (K): Was perfect on the day, making all four field goal attempts, including the game-winning 54-yarder in overtime. Wikipedia+3CBSSports.com+3Eagles Football+3
Washington Commanders:
- Sam Howell (QB): Went 29-of-41 for 290 yards and a touchdown, also rushing for 40 yards on 6 carries. PFF
- Terry McLaurin (WR): Led the team with 8 receptions for 86 yards. Eagles Football
- Brian Robinson Jr. (RB): Carried the ball 14 times for 45 yards and a touchdown. Washington Commanders+2Eagles Football+2ESPN.com+2
- Curtis Samuel (WR): Contributed 7 catches for 51 yards and scored a rushing touchdown. ESPN.com
Defensively, Eagles linebacker Nicholas Morrow was a force, recording 3 sacks and a forced fumble. For the Commanders, defensive end Chase Young notched a sack, showcasing his pass-rushing prowess. Eagles Football+1PFF+1PFF+1Washington Commanders+1
The game culminated in overtime with Jake Elliott’s 54-yard field goal sealing the victory for the Eagles, maintaining their unbeaten record at 4-0. Eagles Football+1ESPN.com+1
