Snap Counts: Philadelphia Eagles at Baltimore Ravens
The Philadelphia Eagles game against the Baltimore Ravens was obviously full of storylines, from Saquon Barkley’s 4th quarter heroics to the defense dominating in the trenches. Let’s dive into the key takeaways from a game that highlighted the good, the bad, and the unexpected.
Snap Counts: Philadelphia Eagles Offense
Offense: Saquon Barkley Leads the Charge
- Saquon Barkley logged his second-highest snap share of the season, playing 89% of offensive snaps- the highest outside of Week 2 against the Falcons. Baltimore hadn’t allowed anyone to rush for more than 63 yards in a game this year, but Barkley did that in the fourth quarter alone and finished with 107 yards, including a game-clinching 25-yard touchdown run.
- Dallas Goedert exited in the fourth quarter with a knee injury and was ruled questionable. His availability for next week will be critical, especially with tight end depth already being stretched thin.
- Jahan Dotson stepped up as WR2 with DeVonta Smith and Johnny Wilson sidelined. Dotson’s blocking on Barkley’s touchdown earned praise from head coach Nick Sirianni.
- Parris Campbell made his presence felt after being re-signed from the practice squad. Targeted on Jalen Hurts’ first throw (deflected at the line), Campbell also contributed as a blocker.
- Kenny Gainwell surprisingly went without a touch for the first time all season. Meanwhile, Will Shipley had a single designed play early but didn’t see the field on offense again—a recurring theme from Week 4.
- Britain Covey left the game with a neck injury after being targeted once on the opening drive.
Snap Counts: Philadelphia Eagles Defense
Defense: Jalen Carter and Zack Baun Dominate
Don’t let the final score fool you either. The Ravens’ garbage-time touchdown made the score look closer than it was. Until those final three seconds, this was really a 24-12 game.
That’s right. 12 points for a Baltimore offense that entered today averaging 427 yards and 30 points per game. The Eagles’ defense held them to 302 yards, 12 points, and just 4.7 yards per play until that garbage-time drive saved them in the box score.
- Jalen Carter played a season-high 71 snaps and was an absolute force. He dominated the line of scrimmage and even hustled to make downfield tackles in garbage time. Clearly, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio isn’t shy about leaning on his rookie star.
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- Zack Baun led the team with 13 tackles and continues to be the heart of this defense. His physicality and versatility are proving invaluable.
- Milton Williams saw increased snaps (41) as the DT2 and capitalized on Carter drawing extra attention.
- Jordan Davis had limited snaps but was impactful in his time on the field. The Eagles are keeping him fresh, which could pay off as the season progresses.
- Milton Williams: Benefiting from Carter drawing double teams, Williams played a season-high 41 snaps as DT2 and made his presence felt.
- Nolan Smith: With Brandon Graham injured, Smith led all edge rushers in snaps and looks to be taking on a larger role moving forward.
- Josh Sweat: Sweat played a season-high 51 snaps, a clear sign the Eagles are willing to stretch his usage in critical games.
- Jalyx Hunt: The rookie edge rusher has gone from a potential redshirt year to being a key rotational player with Graham and Bryce Huff on IR.
- Oren Burks stepped in for a single snap when Nakobe Dean briefly exited with an injury. It’s notable that Burks got the nod over Jeremiah Trotter Jr., signaling where the coaching staff’s confidence lies.
- Quinyon Mitchell: Mitchell briefly left the game after a collision with Zack Baun but returned after two snaps, during which Kelee Ringo filled in.
- Cooper DeJean rocked Derrick Henry which sent Eagles’ fans and the team’s sideline into absolute chaos late int he game.
Injuries and Adjustments
- Reed Blankenship left early with a concussion, leaving Tristin McCollum to fill in at safety. Blankenship’s absence is a blow to the secondary.
- Avonte Maddox played just two defensive snaps and was immediately targeted by the Ravens. His struggles raise serious concerns about his role moving forward.
- With Brandon Graham and Bryce Huff on IR, Nolan Smith led all edge rushers in snaps. Jalyx Hunt, once seen as a potential redshirt candidate, has climbed the depth chart and is now the No. 3 edge rusher.
The Big Picture: Philadelphia Eagles
The Eagles are juggling injuries and new opportunities for young players, but the stars continue to deliver. Baun and Carter are playing at an elite level, while the offense leans heavily on Barkley to set the tone. However, questions remain about the roles of Gainwell and Shipley, as well as the durability of players like Goedert and Blankenship.
With the postseason looming, managing health and snap counts will be critical for a team with championship aspirations. At this point, the Eagles are doing all the things great teams do: they’re winning on the road, dominating in the trenches, and finding ways to close out games in the fourth quarter. This team has come a long way since last year’s collapse, and they’re now playing with the confidence and consistency of a true Super Bowl contender once again.
With five games left—against the Panthers, Steelers, Commanders, Cowboys, and Giants—the Eagles have a legitimate shot to run the table. After eight straight wins, it’s hard to imagine anyone stopping this team right now.
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