Jalen Hurts rushed for a record-breaking 15th touchdown as the Philadelphia Eagles defeated the New York Giants 33-25 on Monday night, keeping their NFC East title hopes alive. The Eagles snapped a three-game losing streak with the win, which now sets up a clear path to the division crown. To secure the title, Philadelphia needs to win their next game against the Arizona Cardinals and defeat the Giants again in the season finale.
The game started with Hurts making his mark early on, scoring his 15th rushing touchdown of the season on a one-yard tush push in the first quarter. With this touchdown, Hurts broke the NFL record for most single-season rushing scores by a quarterback, surpassing Cam Newton’s previous record of 14 set in 2011.
Hurts also threw a 36-yard touchdown pass to DeVonta Smith, bringing his total touchdowns this season to 35, tying the team’s season record set by Randall Cunningham in 1990. Despite a late interception returned for a touchdown by the Giants’ Adoree’ Jackson, the Eagles managed to hold on to secure the victory.
The Giants put up a fight, with Tyrod Taylor replacing Tommy DeVito at quarterback in the second half and throwing a 69-yard touchdown pass to Darius Slayton. However, their efforts fell short when Taylor was intercepted in the end zone by Kelee Ringo on the final play of the game.
The Giants’ loss marks their second in a row after a three-game winning streak. They will now face the playoff-chasing Los Angeles Rams in Week 17, while the Eagles will take on the Arizona Cardinals before their rematch with the Giants in the final game of the regular season.
The Eagles’ win not only keeps their NFC East title hopes alive but also ends their three-game losing streak. It was a much-needed victory for Philadelphia, as it had essentially ended their chances of securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC. Now they have an opportunity to reclaim the division crown if they can win their remaining games.
In terms of individual performances, Hurts had a mixed game. While he broke the rushing touchdown record and threw for a touchdown, he also had a few missteps, including turnovers. However, overall, his contributions were instrumental in helping the Eagles secure the win and stay in the race for the NFC East title.
The Giants’ strong efforts were not enough to come out on top, as they fell short against the Eagles. Despite the loss, they showed resilience and fought until the final play of the game. They will now look to regroup and bounce back against the Rams in their next matchup.
The next few weeks will be crucial for both teams as they aim to secure their positions in the playoffs. The Eagles will need to maintain their winning momentum, while the Giants must bounce back from their recent setbacks. The NFC East title race is heating up, and every game will be critical in determining the outcome.
