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Glenn Erby

Eagles vs. Jets: 5 stats to know from shocking 20-14 loss in Week 6

The Eagles are no longer the NFL’s only remaining undefeated team after a shocking 20-14 loss to the New York Jets on Sunday at MetLife Stadium.

Philadelphia’s All-Pro quarterback Jalen Hurts was 28 of 45 passing, for 281 yards, one passing touchdown, and three costly interceptions.

Hurts finished with eight carries for 47 yards and one touchdown, while D’Andre Swift combined for 12 carries and 30 yards rushing.

The Eagles had multiple players leave with injuries, and with a monster matchup against the Dolphins looming, here are five stats that truly break down the shocking loss.

Bryce Huff the menace

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 15: Bryce Huff #47 of the New York Jets reacts during the first half in the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium on October 15, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

Mailata/Driscoll

Oct 15, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) reacts after being sacked by New York Jets linebacker Bryce Huff (47) during the second half at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Opposing teams will now Blitz Jalen Hurts

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 15: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles throws a pass during the first half in the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 15, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

After Sunday’s ugly loss at MetLife Stadium, the expectation has to be that opposing defenses will look to blitz and bring pressure to the Eagles at least 50% of the time now, choosing to take their chances on the backend with one on one coverage against A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith.

More Driscoll

(Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Fred Johnson signed an extension this summer and if Lane Johnson is forced to miss time, Jeff Stoutland could look to move Johnon or Tyler Steen around after Driscoll’s ugly performance.

run-pass must balance

Oct 15, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back D’Andre Swift (0) carries the ball during the first half against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Philadelphia had 22 rushing attempts, copared to 45 passing attempts and the Eagles have struggled when quarterback Jalen Hurts attempts 40+ passes in a game.

The Eagles abandoned the running game against a team that had allowed 134, 157, 204 and 139 rushing yards the last four weeks, in order to attack an injured Jets secondary that appeared vulnerable.

D’Andre Swift has been on a tear, and Kenneth Gainwell is fully capable at the running back position, making the run-pass balance something that has to be addressed.

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