The Eagles (2-1) are in Tampa Bay, Florida, for a Week 4 clash against the Buccaneers (2-1).
With A.J. Brown (hamstring), DeVonta Smith (concussion), and Lane Johnson (concussion) sidelined due to injuries, the Eagles will need to lean on their depth in this matchup.
First Quarter
The Buccaneers received the opening kickoff and swiftly moved down the field, with Baker Mayfield completing 8 of 9 passes for 62 yards and a touchdown. Mike Evans caught a 2-yard pass in the left corner of the end zone, giving the Bucs an early lead. (Buccaneers 7 – Eagles 0)
The Eagles struggled to respond offensively, going three-and-out and gaining only seven yards on a 3rd-and-10. Dallas Goedert made a catch, looking to build on his impressive performance of 10 catches for 170 yards against the Saints.
Tampa Bay continued its offensive momentum, quickly driving down the field once again. They capped off the drive with a 15-yard touchdown pass to Trey Palmer, completing the 80-yard march in just five plays. (Buccaneers 14 – Eagles 0)
With 1:06 left in the quarter, a punt by the Buccaneers hit Cooper DeJean’s leg after Isaiah Rodgers accidentally shoved a Bucs defender into him, making the ball live. Tampa Bay recovered the fumble at the Eagles’ 22-yard line.
Second Quarter
The Buccaneers continued their dominance at the start of the second quarter, capitalizing on the excellent field position to score their third touchdown of the half. Baker Mayfield punched it in with a 1-yard run on 4th-and-goal. (Buccaneers 21 – Eagles 0)