Eagles and Packers: What to Watch in Monday's Clash

Eagles Shake Up Pass Rush

The Eagles are set to make significant changes to their pass rush for Monday's game against the Packers. New additions Jaelan Phillips, Nolan Smith, and Brandon Graham are set to make an impact. Phillips, with a history with Packers' defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, could be a key player.

Key Absences

• Packers: Rookie wide receiver Matthew Golden (shoulder injury) will miss the game, leaving Romeo Doubs and Christian Watson as primary targets for quarterback Jordan Love.
• Eagles: Pro Bowl center Cam Jurgens (knee injury) and former Packers All-Pro Jaire Alexander (not playing against his old team) will be sidelined. The Packers will also be without kicker Lucas Havrisik, who has been perfect this season but will miss his third straight game.

Game Dynamics

• Josh Jacobs: The Packers may lean more on running back Josh Jacobs, who has been limited in carries but could be a key factor in this game.
• Home Advantage: The Packers have a strong home record, especially on Monday nights, with six straight home wins on Mondays and an average margin of victory of 13.6 points.
• Defensive Strength: The Packers' defense is tough against the pass, which could pose a challenge for the Eagles, who struggle on third downs.

Coaching and Performance

• Coach Matt LaFleur has a great record in prime-time games.
• The 2025 Packers are strong in both offense and defense, with a formidable pass rush that could trouble the Eagles' offense.