unCovering: Week 1 vs Packers

This week, Jeff McLane breaks down the game’s standout moments, including Saquon Barkley’s impressive debut and the revitalized offensive line, while also highlighting areas the Eagles need to improve to strengthen their Super Bowl bid.

by Jeff McLane Sept. 10, 2024, 2:30 p.m. ET

The Eagles went to Brazil and came back with what they were looking for - a win to open the 2024 season. From Saquon Barkley’s breakout debut to a sturdy showing from the revamped offensive line, there were encouraging signs in the team’s 34-29 victory over the Green Bay Packers. But there was also plenty of room for improvement; issues the Eagles will have to address if they want to become a Super Bowl contender. After watching game tape, The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane gives his “good” and “bad” reports from Week 1, and details what he’s been hearing about some potential personnel developments.

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unCovering the Birds is a production of The Philadelphia Inquirer and KYW Newsradio Original Podcasts. New for this season, look for fresh episodes to drop weekly in the days following every Eagles’ game.