Eagles Bounce Back Strong in NFL Opener Against Dallas Cowboys

The 2025 NFL season started with challenges.

The Philadelphia Eagles, the defending champions, faced issues in the season opener against the Dallas Cowboys. The Eagles received nine penalties, with All-Pro defensive tackle Jalen Carter being ejected for spitting at Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott just six seconds into the game. Dallas also had its share of troubles, committing four penalties, including one for having too many players on the field.

The game was affected by a controversial weather delay.

A severe weather warning led to both teams being in the locker room for an hour due to some showers passing over the area. However, the National Weather Service later clarified that the severe weather alert was not in effect. The delay disrupted the flow of the game, causing some Eagles fans to leave early, despite Philadelphia leading 24-20 in the third quarter.

Philadelphia Eagles secured a 24-20 victory.

Despite not being in top form, the Eagles managed to defeat the Cowboys. Quarterback Jalen Hurts and running back Saquon Barkley played crucial roles. The Eagles' defense struggled without Carter in the first half but regrouped in the fourth quarter to stifle the Cowboys' offense. The win put the Eagles at 1-0 for the season.

Cowboys' head coach acknowledged the team's performance.

Cowboys' new head coach Brian Schottenheimer believed his team had the ability to beat the Eagles but admitted their failure to score in the second half was a significant setback. Both Prescott and team owner Jerry Jones praised Schottenheimer for his efforts in the game.

The game had a tumultuous start.

The game began with fullback Ben VanSumeren getting injured on the opening kickoff, followed by Carter's ejection for spitting at Prescott before the first snap. The Eagles struggled to pressure the Cowboys' offense in the absence of Carter.

Eagles' victory was aided by a strong ground game and Hurts' performance.

Despite some penalties, the Eagles capitalized on their ground game and Hurts' effective play. Hurts scored two touchdowns on the ground and had a solid passing performance, leading the Eagles to victory.

The game was marred by penalties and mistakes, but the Eagles emerged victorious in the end.