Commanders vs. Eagles: 5 stats to know for Week 3
In case you haven’t heard, Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz faces his old team, the Philadelphia Eagles, in Week 3.
Both quarterbacks discussed one another this week, showing respect to the other. Wentz was grateful for his time in Philadelphia but is now happy to be in Washington. Meanwhile, Hurts talked about his one season as Wentz’s teammate.
The quarterbacks aren’t the only ones on the field Sunday. Hurts leads his Eagles [2-0] into FedEx Field to play the Commanders [1-1]. Each team features an explosive offense, led by a terrific trio of wide receivers.
Here are five stats to know ahead of Week 3.
A.J. Brown dominates everywhere
A.J. Brown had a big performance in his Philadelphia Eagles debut.
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Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown has made an immediate impact for the Eagles. In two games, Brown has 21 targets. One area where Brown particularly dominates is the middle of the field.
As expected, the addition of A.J. Brown has played a big role in the increased efficiency on Jalen Hurts' throws to the middle of the field
Brown has received 41.7% of the team’s middle of the field targets with 9 receptions for 121 yardshttps://t.co/ANSwJIOyKF
— Sharp Football Analysis (@SharpFBAnalysis) September 23, 2022
Carson Wentz among the NFL's top passers
Washington Commanders quarterback Carson Wentz (11). (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Wentz is second in the NFL with 650 passing yards and tied for the NFL lead with seven touchdowns. He is also tied for fifth in passing first downs and No. 8 in QB rating
Jalen Hurts is a dominant runner
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1). Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports
Jalen Hurts is off to an unbelievable start. In addition to completing almost 70% of his passes through two weeks, Hurts is also second on the team with 147 rushing yards and leads them with three touchdowns. Dating back to last season, Hurts has rushed for 13 touchdowns, six more than Josh Allen, who is tied for second.
Jalen Hurts has 6 more rushing TDs than any other QB since last season 😤@JalenHurts x @Eagles | #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/gcjPJnSyrZ
— FOX Sports: NFL (@NFLonFOX) September 23, 2022
These offenses are killing it on 3rd downs
Third down is the money down. The Washington Commanders have struggled on third downs in recent seasons, partly due to a lack of consistency at quarterback. Check out the top-five teams on third downs:
Bills: 60.87%
Eagles: 56.67%
Commanders: 56%
Rams: 52.17%
Dolphins: 52%
This pace seems unsustainable but could make for a fun Sunday at FedEx Field.
Jahan Dotson off to a fast start in his career
Washington Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson (1) makes a catch for a 2-point conversion against Detroit Lions safety Tracy Walker III (21). (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)
Remember when “draft experts” told us the Commanders reached on Jahan Dotson? The rookie is off to a fast start.
Most touchdowns scored by a player in his first 2 career games over last 5 seasons
Jahan Dotson 3
11 players tied 2@JahanDotson | @Commanders | @PennStateFball pic.twitter.com/5kcL8oXrxX— NFL on CBS 🏈 (@NFLonCBS) September 20, 2022
