The Philadelphia Eagles' defense, under Vic Fangio, has struggled significantly, ranking near the bottom in several critical defensive categories after the first two games of the season. Defensive tackle Milton Williams emphasized the need to stop the run to enable effective pass rushing, which has been hampered by opponents' strategies like max protection and boot-action plays. Williams highlighted that improving run defense would force opponents into passing situations, allowing the Eagles' pass rushers to excel. In local high school football, Gulf Coast secured a decisive 35-6 victory over Golden Gate in Collier County. The win was highlighted in multiple reports, underscoring the team's dominance.