Eagles Draw First Blood vs. Patriots, Lead 3-0

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With their backs against the wall, the Philadelphia Eagles got an interception from safety Avonte Maddox picked off Jacoby Brissett in the end zone and returned the ball to the 47-yard line.

Kenny Pickett would lead the Eagles 30 yards on eight plays down to the Patriots 22-yard line before the drive would stall.

Kicker Jake Elliott set up for a 42-yard field, nailing it right down the middle for a 3-0 first-quarter lead.

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In last week’s game, Elliott missed a game-winning field goal late in the game but got another chance and kicked the game winner as time expired for a 16-13 win over the Ravens in Baltimore.