Eagles fall to Patriots 24-21 in preseason matchup at Gillette Stadium
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Last updated Aug 23, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles lost 24-21 to the New England Patriots in a preseason game held at Gillette Stadium. Despite the defeat, several Eagles players showcased their potential with strong performances. Linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. recorded a sack, while running back Will Shipley rushed for 56 yards and a touchdown. Backup quarterbacks Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee struggled, with Dalton completing just 3 of 10 passes. The Eagles will look to evaluate their roster decisions ahead of the 53-man cut deadline.
- •Eagles quarterback Andy Dalton completed 3 of 10 attempts for 44 yards.
- •Will Shipley recorded 56 rushing yards and a touchdown.
- •Jeremiah Trotter Jr. logged a first-quarter sack against Tommy DeVito.
- •The Eagles must finalize their 53-man roster soon.
- •Eagles' backup quarterbacks face pressure after subpar performance.
- 5:08 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles winners, losers from preseason loss to Patriots: QB in trouble; UDFA close to making roster
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