The Philadelphia Eagles took an early lead against the San Francisco 49ers with a 26-yard field goal by Jake Elliott on their opening drive. Despite controlling the ball for most of the first quarter, the Eagles struggled in the red zone, settling for field goals and missing out on potential touchdowns. A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith made significant receptions, contributing to the Eagles' lead. The Eagles' successful opening drive marked a positive improvement compared to their recent performances.
Eagles out to 6-0 lead on two Jake Elliott field goals. https://t.co/QlKkeAEZ2N
Eagles up 6-0, have controlled ball for all but a minute and change of first quarter, but going 0-for-2 in the red zone is not a good omen.
About 2 minutes left in the first quarter and A.J. Brown has three catches for 59 yards and DeVonta Smith has three catches for 27 yards. Eagles lead San Francisco 6-0.
Eagles scored on first possession (26-yd Elliott FG) for just the 2nd time in the last 5 games. The FG also ended an impressive streak of 12 TDs in their last 12 red-zone trips.
Nice opening drive by #Eagles, who take 3-0 lead on 26-yard Jake Elliott FG. Big slant to AJ Brown on first third down for 38 yards another third-down pickup by Gainwell on bubble screen that was telegraphed. Nice PBU by Ward on back shoulder to AJ on 3x1 set to halt drive.
#Eagles with a solid opening drive -- much better than in previous weeks -- and get on the board first with a 26-yard Jake Elliott FG. Offense converts three third downs, but is denied on last one when Charvarius Ward breaks up a fade pass to A.J. Brown. Not a fan of the corner…
Eagles settle for a Jake Elliott FG, but they score on the opening drive — 12 plays, 67 yards. First opening drive points for the Eagles since the Dallas game in Week 9.
Jake Elliott with a successful 26-yard field goal attempt after the offense sputters in the red zone and the Eagles are on the board first after their opening drive. 3-0 with 9:51 remaining in the first quarter.
The Eagles convert their first third down of the night on their opening drive with a 38-yard catch-and-run reception from A.J. Brown.