Eagles lose to Jaguars 19-17 after controversial kickoff decision by Sirianni
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 1:36 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles fell 19-17 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in London on October 8. In a critical moment, head coach Nick Sirianni chose to kick the ball inbounds, allowing the Jaguars to set up a game-winning field goal. Former Eagles linebacker Emmanuel Acho criticized the decision, stating it cost the team a victory. Sirianni accepted responsibility for the loss, noting that the game came down to his error. The Eagles will face the Carolina Panthers in their next matchup as they look to rebound from this defeat.
- •Eagles lost to Jaguars 19-17 on October 8.
- •Sirianni's decision to kick off inbounds was heavily criticized.
- •Eagles scored a late field goal to briefly lead 17-16.
- •Jaguars returned the kickoff 53 yards, setting up a winning field goal.
- •Eagles will play against the Carolina Panthers next.
- 1:36 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Why in the World Would You Kick Off?’ — Ex-Eagles LB Condemns ‘Questionable Nick Sirianni Decision’ That Led to Loss vs. Jaguars
"On Sunday, Nick Sirianni’s Philadelphia Eagles fell 19-17 to the Jacksonville Jaguars in London. During the game, Sirianni’s decision to kick the ball inbounds ended up playing a key role in the Eagles’ narrow two-point loss.
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