Eagles Offense Stuck in Neutral: Can Philly Fix the Fundamentals Before It’s Too Late?
The Philadelphia Eagles are at a crossroads. After a red-hot start to the season, the offense has hit a wall-and hit it hard.
Over the last five games, the unit hasn’t managed to score more than 21 points in a single contest. That’s a far cry from the explosive identity this team built its reputation on.
And the issues? They’re not subtle. They’re showing up on tape, on the stat sheet, and in the win-loss column.
Let’s start with Jalen Hurts. Through the first eight games, he was the picture of efficiency-just three total turnovers.
But since the bye week, that number has ballooned to eight. That’s not just a dip in production; it’s a complete reversal in ball security.
Hurts is pressing, and it’s costing the Eagles possessions, points, and momentum.
The offensive line-usually a strength in Philly-is dealing with injuries and inconsistency. Protection has broken down at key moments, and the run game has suffered as a result.
Saquon Barkley, who was brought in to add explosiveness to the backfield, hasn’t found any rhythm. Whether it’s the blocking up front or the lack of space, Barkley hasn’t been able to get going.
And then there’s the receiving corps. A.J.
Brown, typically a reliable playmaker, has struggled with drops and has been flagged for costly penalties. Those are drive-killers, plain and simple.
The offense has become a frustrating cycle of big plays followed by self-inflicted wounds.
DeVonta Smith summed it up perfectly:
**“When we’re not shooting ourselves in the foot, we operate pretty well.
…We always make a big splash and then do something stupid.” **
That’s not just a soundbite-it’s the story of the Eagles’ offense right now. They’ve shown flashes of what they can be, but every time they build momentum, it’s undone by a mistake. Whether it’s a false start, a holding penalty, a turnover, or a missed block, the Eagles are beating themselves.
And the numbers back it up. Philadelphia ranks fifth in the NFL in total penalties this season with 97, and they’re also fifth in total penalty yards at 818. That’s not just sloppy-it’s unsustainable for a team with postseason aspirations.
The mental mistakes are piling up, and they’re not just limited to flags. The turnovers since the bye week have been brutal.
Hurts’ eight giveaways in that span have put the defense in tough spots and taken points off the board. For a team that prides itself on discipline and execution, this stretch has been anything but.
Still, there are small signs of life. In their Week 14 loss to the Chargers, a 22-19 defeat that stung more than the score suggests, the Eagles showed a bit more urgency and tempo on offense.
Smith pointed to that as a positive step, and he’s not wrong. Playing faster helped them find a rhythm, even if it didn’t translate into a win.
But let’s be clear: tempo alone isn’t going to fix what ails this offense. The Eagles need more than just pace-they need precision.
They need cleaner execution, smarter play-calling, and better protection. Kevin Patullo, the offensive coordinator, has yet to find a consistent groove with his play designs, and that’s showing up in the lack of cohesion on the field.
With Week 15 looming and a matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders on deck, the Eagles have a chance to right the ship. But time is running out.
If they want to reclaim their identity as one of the league’s most dangerous offenses, it’s going to take more than flashes. It’s going to take focus, fundamentals, and a whole lot fewer self-inflicted wounds.
The pieces are still there. The talent hasn’t disappeared. But unless the Eagles clean up the mental mistakes and get back to playing smart, physical football, this season could slip away faster than anyone in Philly would like to admit.