Eagles Lose 33-16 to Buccaneers, Enter Bye Week

The Philadelphia Eagles faced a disheartening 33-16 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, dropping their record to 2-2 and marking their fourth consecutive game without scoring in the first quarter. Star players A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Lane Johnson were sidelined due to injuries, significantly hampering the offense. Jalen Hurts struggled in their absence, accumulating multiple turnovers and failing to connect effectively with the remaining receivers. The loss highlighted defensive shortcomings, particularly in coverage and third-down conversions, as Baker Mayfield of the Buccaneers exploited the Eagles' vulnerabilities. With an early bye week approaching, the Eagles are looking to regroup and recover, with hopes that key players will return for their next game against the Browns. Coach Nick Sirianni acknowledged the team's lack of preparation and emphasized the need for fundamental improvements during the break.