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Birds With Friends: A show about the Philadelphia Eagles

Birds With Friends Dead

·1 hr 22 min·5 clips
Why did Bo Wulf call the Eagles' disjointed win over the Patriots a perfect start for complaining fans?
The episode begins with Bo Wulf and Zach Berman introducing the Eagles' 25-20 victory over the Patriots, framing it as a disjointed performance that gives fans a win and things to complain about. They note the Eagles jumped to a 16-0 lead but then stalled offensively, with Jalen Hurts having one of his worst games since 2021. The hosts discuss a pre-game moment where beat reporter Mike Reiss asked Zach to sign his book, adding a personal touch. They delve into offensive issues, including Hurts' missed passes, limited targets for Dallas Goedert, and over-reliance on Kenny Gainwell, with Nick Sirianni admitting DeAndre Swift needs more touches. A key point is Hurts' fourth-quarter fumble, which the hosts debate in terms of accountability and impact. Defensively, they praise rookies Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis for standout play but express concern about linebacker and safety depth, predicting teams will exploit the middle of the field. Special teams and procedural errors are briefly mentioned. The hosts review 'turkeys to the castle' wagers from training camp, with Zach declared the winner. Towards the end, they become sentimental about the Birds With Friends community, thanking listeners and reflecting on the show's end, while hinting at future collaborations. The episode wraps with a look ahead to the Eagles' Thursday night game against the Minnesota Vikings.

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A messy Eagles win finds clearer meaning in Carter, Davis, and a changing defensive front.

A 25-20 Eagles win over the New England Patriots turns into a useful look at a team that got the result it wanted while still leaving plenty unresolved.

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You want the Eagles to win the opener and still leave with plenty to mutter about on the ride home.

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