It may be a new year, but the Eagles-Cowboys rivalry is as heated as ever. Following 60 minutes of play at Lincoln Financial Field on Sunday afternoon, Philadelphia came out on top, downing Dallas by a final score of 27-13.
After a defensive stop to begin the New Year’s Day game, the Eagles’ offense opened with a drive full of records to take an early 3-0 lead. Quarterback Carson Wentz set a new NFL rookie record for most completions with his 355th completed pass, breaking Sam Bradford’s previous mark. Philadelphia was forced to settle for a field goal after moving 79 yards on the possession, which in turn allowed Caleb Sturgis to break another record.