Eagles vs Jets Preseason Week 3 Recap

Eagles Edge Jets 19-17 in Preseason Thriller Fueled by Field Goals and Turnovers

In a tightly contested preseason finale at MetLife Stadium, the Philadelphia Eagles eked out a 19-17 victory over the New York Jets thanks largely to clutch field goals from Jake Elliott and key defensive plays that forced three turnovers. Rookie quarterback Kyle McCord took all snaps for the Eagles, providing an important look at the backup quarterback position.

Game Highlights & Key Performers

• Kyle McCord: The rookie completed 15 of 35 passes for 136 yards and one interception, managing five scoring drives. Although his accuracy was inconsistent, he gained valuable experience running the offense from start to finish.

• Montrell Johnson Jr.: Led the Eagles ground attack with 15 carries for 57 yards and a touchdown, showcasing his ability to break tackles and convert in short-yardage situations.

• Jake Elliott: The standout of the night with four field goals—51, 53, 23, and 45 yards—accounting for 12 of the Eagles’ 19 points.

• Defense: Philadelphia forced three turnovers, including interceptions from Parry Nickerson and Lewis Cine, along with a strip-sack by Antwaun Powell-Ryland that set up another scoring drive.

• Jets’ Late Push: Adrian Martinez led the Jets to two fourth-quarter touchdowns, including a one-yard run by Donovan Edwards. Despite a two-point conversion attempt and a late fourth-down chance, penalties and stout Eagles defense preserved the win.

The Eagles largely rested starters like Hurts, Barkley, Brown, and Smith, while notable Jets players like Justin Fields and Garrett Wilson watched from the sideline, reflecting the experimental nature of the preseason.

Comprehensive Statistics Breakdown

Category	Eagles	Jets
Final Score	19	17
Passing Completions/Attempts	15 / 35 (Kyle McCord)	13 / 19 (Brady Cook) + 7 / 14 (Adrian Martinez)
Passing Yards	136	185 (99 Cook + 86 Martinez)
Passing Touchdowns	0	0
Interceptions Thrown	1 (McCord)	2 (Cook, Martinez)
Rushing Attempts	29	25
Rushing Yards	57 (Johnson Jr.)	116 (combined)
Rushing Touchdowns	1	2
Total Offensive Yards	199	309
Third Down Conversions	6 / 16	3 / 12
Time of Possession	29:45	30:15
Turnovers Forced	3	1
Penalties and Yards	7 for 43 yards	10 for 78 yards
Field Goals Made (Distance)	4 (51, 53, 23, 45 yards)	0 (1 missed 55 yards)

Final Thoughts

This game was a critical evaluation for Philadelphia’s backups, especially McCord, who played the entire game and showed both promise and areas for improvement. Jake Elliott’s reliable leg was a big reason the Eagles maintained the lead, and the defense’s ability to generate turnovers and hold the Jets on a critical two-point conversion attempt was crucial.

The Jets showed resilience and late-game spark under rookie head coach Aaron Glenn, but costly penalties and a stout Eagles defense ultimately decided the outcome. Both teams will now turn their focus to final roster cuts and the upcoming regular season openers.

The Eagles will host the Dallas Cowboys on September 4, while the Jets open their season at home against Aaron Rodgers and the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 7.