Eagles vs. Chargers Showdown: Can Philly Ignite a Comeback or Will LA Seal Their Fate?
The Eagles have attempted 47 passes more than 20 yards downfield, tied for the fifth most in the league. Hurts has a 118.6 passer rating on those deep throws, the fourth highest in the NFL.
Spreading the field has also helped Hurts, who has a league-leading 113.3 passer rating in sets with four or five wide receivers.
So why not spread the field and let Hurts sling it?
For one, the gap runs that have been more effective recently are commonly called from formations featuring tight ends and/or a fullback. And while the Eagles may benefit from opening up the playbook a bit long-term, this isn’t the week to do it.



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