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Eagles' defense continues to shut down running games and force turnovers in 3-0 start
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts, the “ tush push" and suddenly one of the best rushing offenses in the NFL get the bulk of the love for the Eagles’ second straight 3-0 start. Don’t forget about the defense. The Eagles' D — full of new starters and new...
Bowles: Buccaneers' loss to unbeaten Eagles not necessarily a measuring stick for his young team
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Whether the Tampa Bay Buccaneers want to concede it or not, the team’s first loss of the season showed there’s a sizeable gap between them and the NFL’s elite teams. The offense sputtered and a normally reliable defense struggled, too, in falling to the...
Police are investigating if unprescribed drugs factored into death of ex-NFL player Mike Williams
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Police are investigating the death of former NFL player Mike Williams in Tampa after getting information that he may have received unprescribed drugs from someone while hospitalized after a construction site accident. The Tampa Police Department said in an email...
The Philadelphia Eagles' 'tush push' is becoming the NFL's most unstoppable play
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The most unstoppable play in the NFL was on full display under the bright lights Monday night. When the Philadelphia Eagles need a yard, they often resort to the “tush push. ” Quarterback Jalen Hurts lines up under center with two or three...
Mayfield, Buccaneers' offense struggle in 25-11 loss to defending NFC champion Eagles
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Baker Mayfield is no longer unbeaten with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The much-traveled quarterback played turnover-free ball in helping the Bucs (2-1) to wins over Minnesota and Chicago in the first two weeks of the season. Things didn't go nearly...
Jalen Hurts throws for TD, runs for another as Eagles thump Buccaneers 25-11 to remain unbeaten
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia Eagles are unbeaten, but not perfect or even as good as they feel they can be. “Everybody wants us to be a final product now, but it’s a growth. You want to grow every day," coach Nick Sirianni said after the defending NFC...
Buccaneers' Mike Evans on path that follows some of the NFL's all-time great receivers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Mike Evans is flattered whenever his accomplishments as a football player are compared to some of the greatest receivers in NFL history. Jerry Rice, Randy Moss, Marvin Harrison, and Calvin Johnson are Hall of Famers. Evans has compiled a resume over nine-plus...
Unbeaten Eagles, Buccaneers trying to ignore negative 'noise' from outside the locker room
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles and Tampa Bay Buccaneers insist they aren't listening to “noise” outside their locker rooms. The unbeaten NFC rivals meet in prime time Monday night, each sporting 2-0 records that have spawned questions about realistic expectations...
Surprising Buccaneers face defending NFC champion Eagles in prime-time matchup of unbeaten teams
PHILADELPHIA (2-0) at TAMPA BAY (2-0) Monday, 7:15 p.m. EDT, ABC FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NFL LINE: Eagles by 5½. AGAINST THE SPREAD: Philadelphia 2-0; Tampa Bay 2-0. SERIES RECORD: Buccaneers lead 11-10, including postseason. ...
Baker Mayfield, rejuvenated defense have been key to another 2-0 start for Buccaneers
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Thanks to Baker Mayfield playing turnover-free ball and a defense that’s reverted to its old stingy ways, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are off to a surprising 2-0 start. A tough test awaits next Monday night when the defending NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles visit...
