The Philadelphia Eagles are rolling at 7-2 and leading the NFC, but something feels off underneath all those wins. Winning is supposed to cure everything, right? Maybe not this time.
The Eagles haven’t lost since Week 6, and yet cracks are starting to show as they prepare for a massive Week 11 clash with the Detroit Lions. A.J. Brown already made his frustrations with the offense public.
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Turns out, he’s not the only one feeling that way. Dianna Russini of The Athletic reports that multiple players have grown “frustrated” with Jalen Hurts and how he’s running the offense this season.
The concern? Hurts appears hesitant to challenge tight windows against zone coverage, opting instead for checkdowns and scrambles when bigger plays might be sitting there downfield.
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“After doing some digging and asking people inside the Eagles building, it was explained that multiple offensive players have grown frustrated with Jalen Hurts’ approach this season, particularly against zone coverage. They believe he’s become hesitant in tight windows, leaning on checkdowns or scrambles instead of trusting what’s open downfield,” Russini wrote.
From @DMRussini's column this morning:
"After doing some digging and asking people inside the #Eagles building, it was explained that multiple offensive players have grown frustrated with Jalen Hurts’ approach this season, particularly against zone coverage. They believe he’s…
— John McMullen (@JFMcMullen) November 15, 2025
Philadelphia currently ranks 30th in pass attempts, and that conservative approach naturally breeds frustration among receivers.
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Eagles’ cautious offense is testing its wideouts
Elite wideouts don’t just run routes for fun. They study film, perfect their craft, and work tirelessly to create separation. When the ball rarely comes their way, resentment builds.
However, there’s a flip side to this. Last year at the bye week, the Eagles had the second-most turnovers in the league. Now, under Kevin Patullo’s first year coordinating the offense, they’ve committed fewer turnovers than any team in football.
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (11) waves to the fans after the game against the Minnesota Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images
Hurts has thrown just one interception all season. Combine that ball security with the league’s best red zone efficiency, and you see why the coaching staff trusts this formula. Once they hit the 20-yard line, touchdowns follow.
It’s working for now, even if it’s not pretty or particularly exciting for the skill players. The question is whether playing it safe will be enough when playoff football arrives.
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