"PHILADELPHIA -- The Eagles' defense "made a statement" Sunday night, shutting down quarterback Jared Goff and the normally high-powered Detroit Lions attack in a 16-9 win that swings the conference odds in Philly's favor. "We talked about it all week, going out there, being physical, playing our style of game. They've got to come through us. They've got to come through Philly if they want to advance," said defensive tackle Jordan Davis. "We went out there and made a stand, made a statement on defense, and I'm very proud of the guys.""
"Davis had three batted passes, one of which resulted in a Cooper DeJean interception. Davis' former Georgia teammate, Jalen Carter, had two batted passes of his own. It wasn't by accident. The Eagles gleaned from tape study that they would have opportunities to swat down some Goff passes given that he throws at an angle, Davis said. They had a dedicated drill this week simulating batted passes, complete with a defender behind them to haul in the interception. Goff had a rough day at the office, completing just 38% of his throws -- the lowest by any QB this season -- while being pressured 20 times and absorbing seven QB hits. "Just little stuff like [batted passes] messes with a QB's mind, messes with his mindset, how he passes the ball, and it showed in the game," Davis said. "Fortunately for us we made it very hard on him, from the pressures to the batted balls to everything.""
The Eagles' defense shut down Jared Goff and the Lions, producing a 16-9 victory that improved Philadelphia's conference standing. Jordan Davis and Jalen Carter knocked down multiple passes, with Davis recording three batted balls and one leading to a Cooper DeJean interception. Defensive preparation identified Goff's angled throws as opportunities, and the team practiced a drill simulating batted passes with a defender ready to field interceptions. Goff completed only 38% of his passes, faced 20 pressures, absorbed seven hits, and went 0-of-12 when under duress. The collective pressures, batted balls and situational disruption forced stalled drives and turnovers.
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