The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 2-0 on the 2026 NFL season with another thrilling football game with a 24-20 victory over the Tennessee Titans on Sunday afternoon at Nissan Staduim in Nashville. Philadelphia overcame a slow start and a fourth-quarter deficit, with quarterback Jalen Hurts leading a game-winning drive in the final two minutes before connecting with Darius Cooper for a three-yard touchdown with just nine seconds remaining.
The game started with Tennessee putting the pressure on Philadelphia. The Titans opened the scoring when rookie quarterback Cam Ward scored on a one-yard touchdown run, giving Tennessee an early 7-0 lead. Ward completed 13 of 20 passes for 183 yards while also rushing for two touchdowns, giving the Titans an effective rushing threat from the quarterback position.
Philadelphia struggled to generate much offense during the opening quarter, but the Eagles eventually found their rhythm in the second quarter. Running back Tank Bigsby provided Philadelphia’s first touchdown of the afternoon when he scored on a two-yard rushing touchdown, tying the game at 7-7.
The Eagles then took their first lead of the afternoon when Hurts threw a beautiful ball that connected with DeVonta Smith for a 22-yard touchdown. The touchdown gave Philadelphia a 14-7 advantage and highlighted Smith’s importance in the Eagles’ passing attack against the titains defence.
Smith ended up being one of the biggest offensive difference-makers of the afternoon. He finished with 10 receptions for 117 yards and one touchdown, giving Hurts a reliable target throughout the game. His performance became especially important late in the fourth quarter when Philadelphia needed to move quickly down the field.
Tennessee responded before halftime with a 37-yard field goal from Joey Slye, cutting Philadelphia’s lead to 14-10 entering the second half. The Titans stayed within striking distance despite Philadelphia controlling much of the possession.
The third quarter featured another exchange of scores. Eagles kicker Jake Elliott connected on an impressive 58-yard field goal, extending Philadelphia’s lead to 17-10. Tennessee answered later in the quarter when Ward scored his second one-yard rushing touchdown of the game, tying the contest at 17-17.
Philadelphia’s offense struggled to create separation for much of the second half, while the Titans continued to make enough plays to keep the game close. Tennessee eventually took its first lead since the opening quarter when Slye converted a 33-yard field goal with 1:56 remaining, putting the Titans ahead 20-17.
With the Eagles facing a three-point deficit and time running out, Hurts and the offense took over. Philadelphia went 65 yards on a nine-play drive, with Hurts making several important throws under pressure. One of the biggest plays came when Hurts connected with Smith for a 19-yard gain, moving the Eagles deep into Tennessee territory and keeping the game-winning drive alive. Then came the biggest play of the afternoon.
With just nine seconds remaining, Hurts found wide receiver Darius Cooper for a three-yard touchdown pass. It was Cooper’s first career NFL touchdown and gave Philadelphia a 24-20 lead at the most important moment of the game. The Titans were unable to answer after the touchdown, allowing Philadelphia to escape Nashville with its second victory of the season.
The win was particularly impressive considering the Eagles dealt with injuries to two important offensive players. Saquon Barkley briefly left the game with a stinger after taking an upper-body hit in the first quarter. He returned in the third quarter and finished with four carries for nine yards and one reception for 11 yards. The other eagles injury being Dallas Godert leaving the game with an knee injury and finished with one reception for 4 yards.
Philadelphia’s passing game continued to produce. Dontayvion Wicks who has been a great target for hurts has also contributed in a big way having five receptions for 74 yards, being alongside Smith. Cooper finished with two receptions for 26 yards and the game-winning touchdown.
Philadelphia’s victory continued Hurts’ reputation for producing late-game comebacks. The Eagles quarterback once again showed the ability to remain composed in a pressure situation and lead his team down the field when the game was on the line.
The Eagles did not play a perfect game. The offense committed two turnovers, the running game produced only 89 yards, and Philadelphia had to overcome injuries to Barkley and Goedert. Still, the team controlled possession, moved the football effectively through the air and made the biggest offensive plays when it mattered most.
For Philadelphia, the most important takeaway is that the team is now 2-0 despite facing two consecutive close games. The Eagles have shown an ability to win in different situations, including a late defensive stand against Washington in Week 1 and a fourth-quarter comeback against Tennessee in Week 2.
Philadelphia will now return home with a 2-0 record and plenty to evaluate before its next matchup against the Chicago Bears on monday night football. The Eagles’ offense will need to clean up the turnovers and monitor the health of Barkley and Goedert, but the late-game execution against Tennessee provides another positive sign for a team with high expectations in 2026.
Eagles vs. Titans Team Statistics
| Statistic | Eagles | Titans |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 24 | 20 |
| Total Yards | 341 | 291 |
| Passing Yards | 252 | 169 |
| Rushing Yards | 89 | 122 |
| First Downs | 23 | 14 |
| Third Down | 11/18 | 6/13 |
| Fourth Down | 1/1 | 1/1 |
| Red Zone | 3/4 | 2/4 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Penalties | 4-35 | 7-45 |
| Time of Possession | 36:25 | 23:35 |
Top Eagles performers: Jalen Hurts — 26/37, 264 passing yards, 2 TD, 2 INT; DeVonta Smith — 10 receptions, 117 yards, 1 TD; Dontayvion Wicks — 5 receptions, 74 yards; Tank Bigsby — 13 carries, 33 yards, 1 TD; Darius Cooper — 2 receptions, 26 yards, 1 TD.
Final: Philadelphia Eagles 24, Tennessee Titans 20. The Eagles improve to 2-0, while Tennessee falls to 0-2. Philadelphia will now look to carry its momentum into Week 3 after surviving another close game on the road.
