The line on the play-by-play sheet says, “N. Foles pass deep left to T. Smith for 41 yards, TOUCHDOWN.” But, oh boy, it was so much more than that.
It was the Eagles’ first possession after halftime. They held a 24-7 lead, so there was some comfort, but you never really know what adjustments an opponent might have made at intermission.
The Eagles were in the midst of a decent drive when Doug Pederson reached into his bag for a play that would keep momentum on the Eagles’ side. He called for a flea-flicker.
When Pederson sent in the play, Nick Foles’ reaction was priceless.