The Ringer's Philly Special Eagles’ Defensive Masterclass Defeats Detroit! Takeaways with BLG!
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Nov 17, 2025 Brandon Lee Gowton, a Senior writer at Bleeding Green Nation and an Eagles analyst, joins to delve into the Eagles' hard-fought victory over the Lions. They examine how the defense, led by Vic Fangio, stifled Detroit's offense. Discussion includes the potential superiority of the 2025 defense, the impact of Jaelan Phillips, and frustrations within the offense regarding Jalen Hurts' decision-making. They also debate necessary adjustments for the struggling offense and analyze the controversial DPI call that influenced the game's outcome.
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Defense Is The Team’s Engine
- Vic Fangio's defense dominated by collective pass rush and young linebackers has become the team's defining strength.
- The unit held Jared Goff to a career-low 37.8% completion rate and forced multiple turnovers on downs.
Pass Rush Is A Collective Weapon
- N'Kobe Dean, Jalen Phillips, and upgraded interior play transformed the Eagles' pass rush into a group effort.
- The defense now wins by coordinated pressure and batted passes rather than relying on one star.
Defense Peaked After Slow Start
- Recent defensive performances rank among Fangio's best, reversing early-season growing pains.
- Two weeks produced 22 possessions and only two touchdowns allowed against top offenses.