Inside the Birds: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast Inside The Birds Week 1 Pregame Show With Greg Cosell: Philadelphia Eagles Vs. Dallas Cowboys
Sep 4, 2025
Joining the discussion is Greg Cosell, a senior producer at NFL Films and analyst at ESPN, famed for his deep understanding of NFL strategy. The conversation focuses on the upcoming showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys. They break down defensive strategies impacted by roster changes and injuries. Cosell highlights Jalen Hurts' effectiveness against the Cowboys' defense. Plus, they offer intriguing betting insights and game predictions, setting the stage for a highly anticipated rivalry match.
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Eberflus Predictability And Hurts' Impact
- Greg notes Eberflus tends to be predictable on early downs but mixes packages on third down.
- He warns Hurts' scrambling ability forces coordinators to adjust third-down strategies.
Cowboys Cornerback Concerns
- Adam and Greg underline Dallas' cornerback depth concerns and Trayvon Diggs' limited practice availability.
- They see matchup opportunities for opposing passing attacks early in the season.
Attack Early Through The Air
- Expect the Eagles to consider coming out aggressively through the air given Dallas' secondary questions.
- Use tempo and veteran offensive cohesion to pressure Dallas' new defensive pieces early.