The Philadelphia Eagles are facing a challenging moment in their season, having lost two games within just five days, including a surprising defeat against the Giants. With an upcoming visit to Minnesota for Week 7, the team is eager to bounce back and avoid the unthinkable—losing three consecutive games.
A significant concern for the Eagles is their struggling offense, which is currently averaging a mere 275.4 yards per game, ranking 30th in the league, just ahead of the Bengals and the Titans. This marks the lowest offensive output for a defending Super Bowl champion since 1987, a year when the New York Giants started their season with a 1-5 record.
To turn their season around, running back Saquon Barkley has emphasized the importance of getting back to basics, stating, “We’ve got to win games.” He reflects sentiments from Hall of Fame coach Tony Dungy, noting the necessity of reevaluating what it means to play winning football—a fundamental principle of the Eagles’ identity. Barkley pointed out that the team had been overly focused on getting caught up in losing, instead of concentrating on the goal of scoring more points than their opponents.
Despite some flashes of brilliance, particularly noted during the second half against the Rams and parts of their games against the Buccaneers and Broncos, overall performance has been inconsistent. Barkley, who recorded an impressive 2,283 total yards in 2024, has yet to surpass 100 yards from scrimmage in any game this season. Similarly, quarterback Jalen Hurts is in the midst of a streak, going 22 consecutive starts (including playoffs) without throwing for over 300 passing yards in a game.
This is the third consecutive year in which the Eagles have faced adversity, with their fortunes breaking positively in the previous season. As the team prepares to take the field again, they are hopeful that the upcoming matchup against Minnesota will serve as a turnaround point, reigniting their potential as a competitive force in the league. The anticipation for this game builds not only for players and coaches but also for the passionate fanbase that awaits a much-needed victory.