Eagles address offensive struggles despite 2-0 start heading into Bears game

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Last updated Sep 27, 2026

Eagles address offensive struggles despite 2-0 start heading into Bears game
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles aim to improve their struggling offense while preparing for a matchup against the Chicago Bears. Despite a 2-0 start to the season, the Eagles rank 30th in first-down efficiency. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has relied heavily on third downs, while the team averages just 2.94 yards per play on first down. Offensive players attribute their issues to a new scheme under offensive coordinator Sean Mannion and bad habits developed in previous seasons. Improvements are essential, particularly on first downs, for the Eagles to sustain their early-season success.

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  • •Eagles are 2-0 but struggling on first downs.
  • •They rank 30th in first-down EPA/play and success rate.
  • •Quarterback Jalen Hurts is making key plays on third downs.
  • •Offensive adjustments are needed as they face the Bears next.
  • •Team averages only 2.94 yards per play on first down.
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  • 11:43 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles’ 2-0 start is masking an ugly offensive problem: ‘Bad habits’ and not ‘enough exposure’
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Eagles players explain the cause behind first-down issues.

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