Hurts, Elliott lead Eagles to thrilling OT win over Commanders
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PHILADELPHIA -- Jalen Hurts threw for 319 yards and two touchdowns, and Jake Elliott kicked a 54-yard field goal in overtime to lift the Philadelphia Eagles to a 34-31 win over the Washington Commanders on Sunday for their second straight 4-0 start.
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Hurts was efficient and effective all game, completing 26 of 34 passes with no interceptions. He connected with DeVonta Smith for a 52-yard touchdown in the first quarter and with Dallas Goedert for a 27-yard score in the third quarter.
The Eagles trailed 24-21 late in the fourth quarter, but Hurts led them on a game-tying drive. He capped the drive with a 19-yard pass to Quez Watkins with 1:59 remaining in regulation.
In overtime, the Eagles got the ball first and drove down the field to Elliott's game-winning field goal.
document.write('The Commanders were led by Carson Wentz, who threw for 302 yards and three touchdowns. But he also threw two interceptions, including one that was returned for a touchdown by Darius Slay.
The Eagles defense was also impressive, holding the Commanders to just 3.4 yards per carry.
With the win, the Eagles improved to 4-0 for the second straight season. They are one of two undefeated teams in the NFC, along with the Dallas Cowboys.
The Commanders fell to 1-3. They have lost two straight games and are struggling to find their identity on offense.
document.write('Hurts' performance was especially impressive, as he showed that he can be a dual-threat quarterback. He rushed for 53 yards on 11 carries, including a key first down in overtime.
Elliott's field goal was also huge, as it was his second game-winner of the season. He is now 10-for-10 on field goals this year.
The Eagles are off next week before returning to action on October 10 against the New York Giants. The Commanders will host the New York Jets on October 9.
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