The Green Bay Packers traveled to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles in a thrilling NFC showdown on January 13, 2025. In a closely contested game, the Eagles secured a 28-24 victory, fueled by Jalen Hurts’ dual-threat brilliance and a strong defensive effort in the fourth quarter.
Game Recap
The Packers struck first with a 10-yard touchdown run by Aaron Jones, capping off a methodical opening drive. The Eagles responded quickly, with Jalen Hurts connecting with A.J. Brown for a 35-yard touchdown to tie the game at 7-7.
The second quarter was dominated by the Eagles, as Hurts added a rushing touchdown and Jake Elliott nailed a 47-yard field goal to give Philadelphia a 17-7 halftime lead. Green Bay fought back in the third quarter, with Jordan Love throwing touchdown passes to Christian Watson and Romeo Doubs, giving the Packers a 21-17 lead.
In the fourth quarter, the Eagles’ defense tightened, forcing a key turnover on a fumble recovery by Haason Reddick. Hurts capitalized with a 20-yard touchdown run, and Elliott added another field goal to extend the lead to 28-21. The Packers managed a late field goal but failed to complete the comeback, as the Eagles’ secondary broke up a potential game-winning pass in the final seconds.
Key Performances
- Philadelphia Eagles:
- Jalen Hurts: 245 passing yards, 1 TD; 85 rushing yards, 2 TDs.
- A.J. Brown: 7 receptions, 112 yards, 1 TD.
- Haason Reddick: 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery.
- Green Bay Packers:
- Jordan Love: 278 passing yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT.
- Aaron Jones: 78 rushing yards, 1 TD.
- Christian Watson: 6 receptions, 95 yards, 1 TD.
Statistical Highlights
- Total Yards:
- Eagles: 425
- Packers: 402
- Turnovers:
- Eagles: 0
- Packers: 2
- Third Down Conversions:
- Eagles: 7/13
- Packers: 6/12
Takeaways
- The Eagles showcased their versatility, with Hurts leading the way as a dual-threat quarterback. Their defense stepped up when it mattered most, forcing key turnovers and delivering in crunch time.
- The Packers demonstrated resilience and offensive firepower but were undone by turnovers and missed opportunities in the red zone.
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