Tension Builds as Eagles Face Former QB Wentz
The Philadelphia Eagles are set to face off against a familiar foe in Week 7 - former quarterback Carson Wentz and the Minnesota Vikings. Wentz, who played for the Eagles from 2016-2020, will be starting for the Vikings after winning the job from rookie J.J. McCarthy.
The matchup is sure to be an emotional one, with Wentz looking to prove himself against the team that traded him away in 2021. "That feels like lifetimes ago," Wentz said this week. "A lot has changed."
The Eagles, meanwhile, are looking to rebound after dropping two straight games and falling out of first place in the NFC East. Their high-powered offense has sputtered of late, leading to questions about the status of offensive coordinator Nick Sirianni.
Can the Eagles Defense Contain Wentz?
The key for the Eagles will be containing Wentz, who has shown the ability to make plays with both his arm and his legs. The Vikings' offense has struggled at times this season, but Wentz's mobility could pose problems for an Eagles defense that has yet to find its footing.
"We know Wentz can be dangerous when he gets outside the pocket," said Eagles linebacker T.J. Edwards. "Keeping him contained is going to be a major focus for us this week."
The Eagles will also need to get their own passing attack back on track after Jalen Hurts struggled with turnovers in the recent losses. Hurts and the receiving corps, led by A.J. Brown, will be facing a stingy Vikings secondary.
TL;DR
- The Philadelphia Eagles face former QB Carson Wentz and the Minnesota Vikings in Week 7
- Wentz is looking to prove himself against the team that traded him away in 2021
- The Eagles are looking to rebound after two straight losses, with their offense sputtering
- Containing Wentz's mobility will be a key focus for the Eagles' defense
- Jalen Hurts and the Eagles' passing attack will need to find their rhythm against the Vikings' secondary