Five quick postgame thoughts on the Eagles’ 51-23 victory over the Denver Broncos on Sunday at Lincoln Financial Field:
Jay Ajayi looked good
For a guy who was supposed to be eased into the Eagles’ offense, newly acquired running back Jay Ajayi appeared an awfully quick study. He ripped off a 46-yard touchdown run late in the first half, scooting around left end thanks to a clear-out block by Halapoulivaati Vaitai, and finished with a team-high 77 yards on eight carries. Plus, his mere presence early on opened up the Eagles’ play-action passing game. Figuring Ajayi wouldn’t be on the field unless the Eagles were handing him the ball, the Broncos bit on three Carson Wentz fakes to him.