Eagles make statement on defense, shut down Jared Goff, Lions - ESPN

Eagles make statement on defense Detroit Lions at Philadelphia Eagles PHILADELPHIA -- The Eagles&defense "made a statement" Sunday night, shutting down quarterback Jared Goff and the normally high-powered Detroit Lions&attack in a 16-9 win that swings the conference odds in Philly&favor. Detroit Lions at Philadelphia Eagles "We talked about it all week, going out there, being physical, playing our style of game. They&got to come through us. They&got to come through Philly if they want to advance," Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis said. "We went out there and made a stand, made a statement on defense, and I&very proud of the guys." Davis had three batted passes, one of which resulted in a Cooper DeJean interception. Davis&former Georgia teammate, Jalen Carter, added two batted passes. Their success wasn&by accident. The Eagles gleaned from tape study that they would have opportunities to swat down some of Goff&passes because he throws at an angle, Davis said. They had a dedicated drill this week, simulating batted passes, with a defender behind them to haul in the interception. #nflfootball #espn