The tone was established early by quarterback Jalen Hurts, who led Philadelphia to an early 7-0 lead with a 69-yard drive in the first quarter that was completed with a 1-yard touchdown run.
The Eagles’ defense put more pressure on Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the second quarter. The margin was increased to 17-0 when rookie cornerback Cooper DeJean intercepted.
A pass and ran it back 38 yards for a score. And the Eagles took advantage of another error just before Kendrick Lamar’s thrilling halftime show.
After linebacker Zack Baun intercepted Mahomes, Hurts found wide receiver A.J. Brown for a 12-yard touchdown throw, giving Philadelphia a commanding 24-0 lead at the half.
The Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs 40–22 in the second half as they continued to dominate the game.
