PHILADELPHIA — Take a look at the stat sheet, the game film or even a blip of a TikTok highlight and it's clear the Philadelphia Eagles are winning — and sit atop the NFC standings — because of a defense that ranks among the best in franchise history.

The Eagles' offense, which boasts a Super Bowl MVP in Jalen Hurts and an Offensive Player of the Year in Saquon Barkley, is playing like a unit that knows scoring just one touchdown should be good enough for a win.

In the last two games, at least, one TD has been enough. The Eagles followed their 10-7 win at Green Bay with a 16-9 win over the Detroit Lions on Sunday night.

Defensive tackles Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis combined to bat down five passes. Edge rusher Jaelan Phillips had five tackles, a sack and four QB pressures.

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