Eagles Edge Titans 24-20 Behind Hurts, Smith

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Tennessee Titans 24-20 on Sunday at Nissan Stadium, with Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith powering a resilient road victory that moved Philadelphia to 2-0.

It was not a flawless afternoon for the Eagles, but it was a composed one. Philadelphia overcame an early 7-0 deficit, absorbed two Hurts interceptions, and answered Tennessee’s second-half pushes with enough timely offense to leave Nashville with a four-point win. The Titans fell to 0-2 despite keeping the game within one score into the fourth quarter.

Tennessee set the early tone with the only touchdown of the first quarter, taking a 7-0 lead while holding the Eagles scoreless through 15 minutes. Philadelphia found its rhythm in the second quarter, however, putting up 14 points while limiting the Titans to a field goal. That swing gave the Eagles a 14-10 halftime advantage and changed the complexion of the game.

The teams traded momentum after the break. Philadelphia added a third-quarter field goal, but Tennessee responded with seven points to pull even at 17-17 entering the final period. With the game in the balance, the Eagles delivered the decisive fourth-quarter touchdown. Tennessee answered with a field goal, but Philadelphia’s defense protected the final four-point margin over the closing stretch.

Key Performers

Jalen Hurts finished 26/37 for 264 yards, two touchdowns and two interceptions. The Eagles quarterback had to manage the turnover swings, but he kept attacking downfield and repeatedly connected with Smith to sustain Philadelphia’s offense. His two touchdown passes provided the difference in a game where every possession carried extra weight late.

DeVonta Smith was the game’s leading receiver, posting 10 receptions for 117 yards and a touchdown. Smith was Hurts’ most dependable target throughout the afternoon, producing first-down catches and giving the Eagles a reliable option when Tennessee’s defense tightened around the red zone and passing lanes.

For Tennessee, Tony Pollard led all rushers with 14 carries for 64 yards. Pollard’s steady production helped the Titans remain balanced and set up their scoring opportunities, but Tennessee ultimately needed one more finishing drive after its fourth-quarter field goal.

The turnovers were the central pressure point for Philadelphia. Hurts’ two interceptions gave the Titans opportunities to shift the game, yet the Eagles avoided the type of extended collapse that can follow multiple giveaways on the road. Their 14-point second quarter and go-ahead fourth-quarter touchdown supplied just enough cushion to withstand Tennessee’s response.

NerdSports Stat: Philadelphia scored in each of the final three quarters after being shut out in the first, turning a 7-0 deficit into a 24-20 road win.

For the Eagles, the result is an important early-season road test passed. At 2-0, Philadelphia has built momentum before hosting the Chicago Bears on Monday, September 28. Tennessee will look for its first win when it hosts the New York Giants on Sunday, September 27, with an 0-2 start adding urgency to its next home game.

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