The Philadelphia Eagles are heading back to the Super Bowl! With a commanding 55-23 victory over the Washington Commanders, the Eagles proved they are a team to be reckoned with. Now, they’ll face the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch of their thrilling Super Bowl showdown two years ago. Let’s break down some key takeaways from this dominant performance:

Jalen Hurts Silenced the Doubters

After enduring a week of criticism about his passing numbers and his role in the Eagles’ success, Jalen Hurts delivered when it mattered most. Hurts was sharp and decisive, throwing for 246 yards (8.8 yards per completion) and totaling four touchdowns (one passing, three rushing). He showcased poise, accuracy, and leadership, silencing any lingering doubts.

At 27 years old, Hurts is now heading to his second Super Bowl. His resilience and ability to rise above adversity continue to define his career.

Saquon Barkley Stole the Show

Saquon Barkley’s postseason has been nothing short of legendary, and Sunday was no exception. On the first play of the game, Barkley ripped off a 60-yard touchdown run, setting the tone for a spectacular performance. He finished with 118 rushing yards and three touchdowns.

Barkley is now just 30 yards shy of breaking Terrell Davis’ all-time rushing record (regular and postseason combined). His blend of talent, selflessness, and leadership has made him a cornerstone of this Eagles team.

A.J. Brown Finally Got Rolling

After a quiet postseason, A.J. Brown reminded everyone why he’s one of the NFL’s elite receivers. Brown hauled in six catches for 96 yards and a touchdown, helping spark the Eagles’ passing game.

Battling a knee injury, Brown’s contributions couldn’t have come at a better time. With two weeks to rest before the Super Bowl, expect an even bigger performance from him against the Chiefs.

Kellen Moore’s Best Game as OC

Kellen Moore’s play-calling has been under scrutiny, but he delivered his best performance of the season on Sunday. The offense showed creativity, with jet sweeps for DeVonta Smith and even Dallas Goedert. Scoring 55 points in a conference championship game is no small feat, and Moore deserves credit for the adjustments and aggressiveness he displayed.

Stepping Up When It Mattered

• Tyler Steen: Filling in at LG, Steen was rock-solid. As they say, if you don’t hear an offensive lineman’s name, they’re doing their job.
• Oren Burks: Starting in place of Nakobe Dean, Burks played lights out. His stat line included nine tackles, a sack, a TFL, and a forced fumble.
• The Georgia Boys: Jordan Davis, Nolan Smith, and Jalen Carter dominated. Davis and Smith had sacks, and Carter continued to show why he’s one of the league’s rising stars.
• Landon Dickerson filling in for injured Cam Jurgens, and even playing through his own injury.
• Cam Jurgens who was already injured, filling in for Landon Dickerson, who was hurting before halftime. Admirable effort from those two this past Sunday.
  

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Vic Fangio’s Defense Delivered Again

While the Eagles’ defense bent at times, it rarely broke. Vic Fangio’s unit has mastered limiting big plays and forcing turnovers. Two forced fumbles on Sunday highlighted their relentless pursuit of the football. Fangio’s work with a young defense—featuring two rookie starters in the secondary and an unheralded LB in Zack Baun—has been remarkable.

Final Thoughts

This team feels special. From overcoming adversity to showcasing star power in every phase of the game, the Eagles have repeatedly shown they’re built for greatness.

Now, the stage is set for the biggest game of the year: a Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City Chiefs. Two weeks to prepare, two weeks to rest, and two weeks to continue proving the doubters wrong.