Eagles win 24-20 thriller over Titans in steamy Nashville, move to 2-0
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Key Points:
- The Philadelphia Eagles secured a 24-20 comeback victory over the Tennessee Titans, with Jalen Hurts leading a decisive late-game drive despite throwing two interceptions earlier in the match.
- Hurts completed 26 of 37 passes for 264 yards and two touchdowns, including a game-winning 65-yard drive capped by a Darius Cooper touchdown catch with under two minutes remaining.
- The Eagles overcame offensive line challenges, adjusting to Landon Dickerson's absence by moving Cam Jurgens to left guard and starting rookie Drew Kendall at center, while facing pressure from Titans' defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons.
- The Titans rallied late, capitalizing on turnovers and strong runs by Tyjae Spears and others, but ultimately fell short despite taking a late 20-17 lead on a field goal.
- Key injuries included Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert exiting with a knee injury in the second quarter and Titans running back Saquon Barkley missing the first half due to a stinger but returning later in the game.
