The Philadelphia Eagles suffered a heart-breaking defeat on Monday Night Football, falling to the Los Angeles Chargers 22-19 in overtime. Despite a highlight-reel "Fake Tush Push" touchdown from Saquon Barkley, critical turnovers plagued the Eagles as they dropped their third consecutive game.
Here is the full game recap, key highlights, and what this loss means for the Eagles moving forward.
Quick Game Summary
Final Score: Chargers 22, Eagles 19 (OT)
Location: Lincoln Financial Field
Key Play: Jalen Hurts intercepted in the red zone during Overtime to seal the loss.
Records: Eagles (Drop 3rd straight), Chargers (Improve Record)
Top Highlights & Turning Points
1. The "Fake Tush Push" Heard 'Round the World
The play of the night occurred at the start of the 4th Quarter. Facing a 3rd-and-1 at their own 48-yard line, the Eagles lined up for their signature "Brotherly Shove." Instead, Jalen Hurts pitched the ball out to Saquon Barkley, who raced 52 yards untouched for a touchdown. This play gave Philadelphia their first lead of the game, 16-13.
2. Defensive Standouts: Dean and Davis
The Eagles' defense kept the team in the game with massive plays:
Nakobe Dean: Recorded a strip-sack on Justin Herbert in the 2nd quarter, recovered by Byron Young.
Jordan Davis: Came up with a clutch sack on 3rd-and-7 late in the 4th quarter, forcing a punt and giving the offense a chance to win in regulation.
Adoree' Jackson: Grabbed his first interception of the season just before halftime.
3. Overtime Heartbreak
After the Chargers took a 22-19 lead with a 54-yard field goal by Cameron Dicker, the Eagles drove deep into Chargers territory. However, on 1st-and-10 from the LAC 17, Jalen Hurts threw an interception, abruptly ending the game and handing Philadelphia its third straight loss.
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First Quarter: Chargers Strike Early
The Chargers opened the scoring with a 4-yard touchdown reception by rookie Omarion Hampton, set up by a 60-yard catch-and-run from Kimani Vidal.
Score: Chargers 7, Eagles 0
Response: Jake Elliott nailed a 41-yard field goal to put the Birds on the board.
Second Quarter: A Defensive Battle
The second quarter was defined by turnovers and field goals. Despite Nakobe Dean's forced fumble and Adoree' Jackson's interception, the Eagles struggled to convert turnovers into touchdowns.
Cameron Dicker hit a 45-yard FG for LA.
Jake Elliott answered with a 30-yarder.
Halftime Score: Chargers 10, Eagles 6
Third Quarter: Elliott Keeps It Close
The Eagles' defense held strong in the red zone, forcing the Chargers to settle for a 34-yard field goal. Jake Elliott responded with a booming 54-yard field goal to make it a one-possession game heading into the final frame.
Score: Chargers 13, Eagles 9
Fourth Quarter: The Comeback and The Tie
Following Barkley's electric 52-yard touchdown run, the teams traded blows. A deflected pass off A.J. Brown led to a Chargers field goal, tying the game at 16.
Late in the 4th, Jake Elliott hit a 44-yarder to give Philly a 19-16 lead with 2:20 remaining.
Justin Herbert drove the Chargers downfield, allowing Dicker to hit a 46-yard equalizer with just :08 seconds left.
End of Regulation: 19-19
Overtime: Sudden Death
The Chargers possessed the ball first (under new OT rules context) or drove for a Field Goal. Cameron Dicker remained perfect, hitting from 54 yards out. The Eagles needed a score to extend or win, but the drive—and the game—ended with the turnover at the 17-yard line.
What's Next for the Eagles?
When: Sunday at 1:00 PM ET
Where: Lincoln Financial Field