NFL Week 5 overreactions and reality checks: Tom Brady penalty cost Falcons; Justin Tucker the GOAT kicker?

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NFL Week 5 overreactions and reality checks: Tom Brady penalty cost Falcons; Justin Tucker the GOAT kicker?

All the overreactions and reality checks in Week 5 of the NFL season

 

By Jeff Kerr

 

Oct 10, 2022 at 2:36 am ET

 

The Eagles should be concerned about their passing game

Overreaction or reality: Overreaction

Sunday's win over the Cardinals wasn't ideal for Philadelphia, which played portions of the game without starting left guard Landon Dickerson and starting center Jason Kelce (both returned). The Eagles also didn't have left tackle Jordan Mailata, playing the game with three backup offensive linemen at one point. 

The Cardinals provided a blueprint to slow down the passing game, as the secondary hit the receivers hard on contact and were physical at the line to take away the deep pass. Arizona blitzed Jalen Hurts and forced him to get rid of the football as well. Philadelphia was still able to grind out yards with its powerful running game and ability to score rushing touchdowns in the red zone -- with Hurts playing a huge role. 

The Eagles face a good Cowboys secondary next week. Expect heavy blitzing and physical play. Let's see how Nick Sirianni and Shane Steichen adjust. 

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NOTE:  posting grades for Eagles-Cards game only (click on link to article above if you wish to see grades for all games)