Jalen Hurts leads Eagles to narrow victory over Commanders in season opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 14, 2026, 10:51 AM
Last updated Sep 14, 2026

Jalen Hurts played a crucial role in the Philadelphia Eagles' 24-22 win against the Washington Commanders on September 13. After struggling offensively in the second half, Hurts converted a critical 3rd-and-18 run for 22 yards and later connected with Dallas Goedert for a game-winning touchdown. Despite three holding penalties and offensive challenges, Hurts' leadership was evident, as he contributed 203 passing yards and 46 rushing yards. The victory marks Hurts' sixth consecutive win as a starting quarterback in season openers, placing him among legendary QBs Roger Staubach and Johnny Unitas.
- •Eagles score a late touchdown to secure victory over Commanders
- •Hurts completes 14 of 25 passes with 3 touchdowns and no turnovers
- •Eagles' win improves Hurts to 6-0 in season openers
- •Saquon Barkley adds 83 rushing yards in support of Hurts
- •Eagles overcome penalties and sacks to secure narrow win
- 10:51 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles' season rests on this Jalen Hurts truth, and not new OC, scheme
"When the Eagles needed a play on offense, it wasn't Sean Mannion's scheme -- it was Jalen Hurts
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