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Eagles’ defense destroyed by Dallas, lose to Cowboys | How it happened

The Philadelphia Eagles lost to the Dallas Cowboys, 38-21, on Monday at Lincoln Financial Field. Here's how it happened.

Eagles’ defense destroyed by Dallas, lose to Cowboys | How it happened

In a thrilling Monday night showdown at Lincoln Financial Field, the Philadelphia Eagles suffered a 38-21 defeat to the Dallas Cowboys, extending their losing streak to five games. Jalen Hurts, DeVonta Smith, and other key players were absent from the Eagles' offense, which still managed to put up a respectable performance. However, it was the Eagles' defense that faced a devastating blow from Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb, Javonte Williams, and the rest of the Dallas wideout corps.

The fourth quarter saw the Cowboys take control with Javonte Williams scoring the game-winning touchdown in the final minute. An interception by Tanner McKee, which could have potentially changed the game's outcome, fell incomplete. Throughout the night, the Eagles' defense struggled, allowing Dallas to score on six of their seven possessions.

The Eagles' offense, without their star players, managed to score a touchdown in the third quarter through a nine-minute drive led by Makai Lemon, who scored his first NFL touchdown with a four-yard quick slant. The Cowboys, under the guidance of Dak Prescott, dominated the game, scoring on six consecutive possessions. This loss puts the Eagles in a precarious position as the NFL trade deadline looms, leaving them to ponder how this loss will impact their future.

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