Official Site of the Eagles · Jan 14, 2018
Eagles Take 12-10 Lead Into Final Quarter
At the end of the third quarter, the Eagles lead the Falcons 12-10. Jake Elliott scored the quarter’s only points on a 37-yard field goal.Wide receiver Alshon Jeffery leads the way with 61 receiving yards while LeGarrette Blount has the team’s only touchdown.
On the opening play, quarterback Nick Foles faked a handoff and launched one deep to Torrey Smith who drew a pass interference call against cornerback Brian Poole which set the Eagles up at the Atlanta 33-yard line. However, Ajayi had the ball knocked loose by Ricardo Allen on the ensuing play and the Falcons recovered the fumble at the Atlanta 26.
