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Jalen Hurts, Eagles Touted as 'Team to Beat' by NFL Twitter After Dominating Giants

The Philadelphia Eagles proved they are the team to beat in the NFC.

The Eagles defeated the New York Giants 38-7 on Saturday in the NFC Divisional Round at Lincoln Financial Field and were dominant from start to finish.

Star quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 16 of 24 passes for 154 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to rushing for 34 yards and one score. His top targets were wide receiver DeVonta Smith and tight end Dallas Goedert, who combined for 11 receptions, 119 yards and two touchdowns.

Running backs Boston Scott and Kenneth Gainwell also posted touchdowns in the win and, along with Miles Sanders, accrued a combined 234 rushing yards as a position group.