Detroit
Lions
1-0
41
FINAL
44
Philadelphia
Eagles
1-0
AI Recap
AI RECAP
Franchise Hub Beat· 15d ago
In a thrilling Week 2 matchup of the 2028 season, the Philadelphia Eagles narrowly defeated the Detroit Lions with a final score of 44-41. Both teams showcased their offensive prowess, but it was the Eagles who emerged victorious, keeping their playoff hopes alive early in the season. C.J. Stroud had a standout performance for the Lions, throwing for 321 yards and four touchdowns, showcasing his ability to lead the offense effectively. James Cook III also made a significant impact on the ground, rushing for 133 yards, while Lance Stripling of the Eagles dominated the receiving game, racking up 234 yards and proving to be a key target for the Philadelphia offense. Defensively, Tuli Tuipulotu was the standout for the Eagles with 3 total tackles, including 2.5 sacks, putting consistent pressure on Stroud throughout the game. The turning point came late in the fourth quarter when Ameer Speed intercepted a critical pass, allowing the Eagles to maintain their slim lead and secure the win. The defensive efforts, combined with explosive offensive plays, made for an unforgettable showdown in Philadelphia.
Passing
Box score: passing stats by player
PlayerPosATTCMPCMP%YDSTDINTQBR
C.J. StroudQB251040%32141110.4
Patrick MahomesQB19842%1720235.3
Henry RufferQB10550%16720135.4
Rushing
Box score: rushing stats by player
PlayerPosATTYDSYPCYACTDLNGFUM
Malik VarisHB171005.9232530
Henry RufferQB2157.5—0150
Demond ClaiborneHB000.0—001
Deion BurksWR000.0—000
Kyle Pitts SrTE000.0—001
Lance StriplingWR000.0—000
Elijah HigginsTE000.0—001
C.J. StroudQB000.0—001
Receiving
Box score: receiving stats by player
PlayerPosRECYDSYPRYACTDLNGDROP
Lance StriplingWR523446.8391791
Benjamin Yahu Jr.WR211256.0542650
Elijah HigginsTE59418.8520470
Caleb DouglasWR27336.5351691
Kyle Pitts SrTE45914.8170190
Malik VarisHB33411.3221271
Garrett WilsonWR11212.0—0120
Kicking
Box score: kicking stats by player
PlayerPosFGMFGAXPMLNG
Bill RollinsK55357
Evan McPhersonP0000
Ka'imi FairbairnK22539