3 reasons Eagles can still beat the Cowboys without Jalen Hurts

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – DECEMBER 04: Miles Sanders #26 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the game against the Tennessee Titans at Lincoln Financial Field on December 4, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) /

2. Miles Sanders can run through any Dallas obstacle

In truth, most NFL teams lack a balanced offense. Pass-heavy teams like the Buffalo Bills and the Kansas City Chiefs are severely lacking in the run game. It may not matter now, but it will matter come playoffs. Luckily, the Eagles aren’t subject to that kind of imbalance.

All year, Miles Sanders has been a weapon the Eagles have been able to utilize for substantial gains. Sanders is there to swoop in for big touchdowns, push forward for first downs, and add to a dynamic, unpredictable offense. And when Sanders isn’t in, Kenneth Gainwell is in for the odd run or two.

So far, Sanders has 1,100 rushing yards this season and 11 touchdowns, in addition to 19 receptions for 72 yards. All that offensive power, and Sanders only recorded one fumble all year. That is indicative of the security that Sanders offers with the ball in his hands.

Sanders has had some fantastic games this year, logging 144 rushing yards against the New York Giants and 143 rushing yards against the Green Bay Packers. It’s unlikely to be that high against Dallas, but Sanders should still put up substantial numbers as he carries the team without Hurts.

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