Eagles assess player performances in preseason matchup against Patriots
Philadelphia recorded 63 offensive and 73 defensive snaps in its second preseason game, highlighting contributions from quarterbacks Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton, as well as notable play from several position groups.
Philadelphia ran 63 offensive snaps and 73 defensive snaps in its second preseason contest against New England. Quarterback Tanner McKee led with 38 snaps, completing 16 of 22 passes for 173 yards and two touchdowns, while Andy Dalton attempted 22 snaps, finishing 3-for-10 for 44 yards.
Running backs Carson Steele and Will Shipley combined for 63 snaps. Steele caught six passes for 84 yards and a touchdown, and Shipley logged 11 carries for 56 yards and a score.
Wide receivers saw varied usage, with Quez Watkins appearing on 53 snaps and Samori Toure on 45. Both contributed to the passing attack, while other receivers recorded limited action.
The second-team offensive line rotated through multiple players, with Jake Majors appearing on all 63 offensive snaps. Interior linemen Markel Bell and others received significant playing time, addressing depth concerns noted earlier in the offseason.
On defense, edge players Jose Ramirez and Tarron Jackson logged the most snaps among linebackers and defensive ends. Interior defensive linemen Gabe Hall and Ty Robinson each recorded over 40 snaps, with Robinson registering two sacks.
Linebackers Deontae Lawson and Smael Mondon were among the most-used defenders, and the secondary featured Andre' Sam and Shaun Wade in the highest snap counts.
The game also saw Ja'Quinden Jackson sustain an apparent injury on the opening kickoff; he was removed on a cart but returned to Philadelphia with the team after the contest.
Overall, the preseason performance provided the coaching staff with extensive data on player depth and potential roster candidates ahead of the final preseason game.