State of the Eagles part 2: Blitzadelphia

LondonSox

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Philadelphia’s improvement on defense can be attributed almost entirely to their pass rush. They rank second in the NFL with 33 sacks through 10 games (in 2013 the Eagles had just 37 sacks all year). Meanwhile, opponents are averaging 4.0 yards per rush, almost identical to last season (3.9). Philly had been tied for 12th in fewest points allowed before the Packers blowout which has dropped them to 20th. Getting to the quarterback more often and holding stout against the rush has helped propel the club to a 7-3 start.
As shown Sunday against the Packers, when Philadelphia doesn’t rush the passer effectively they can be carved up. How have the Eagles succeeded in pressuring quarterbacks this season and how can they get back on track after being exposed in Green Bay?
 
Part two covers the improvement in the Eagles pass rush, despite no significant new personnel, without any drop off in run defense.
 
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Nothing to add except to say well done and I enjoy your take on things. I hope you're right about the Dallas OL getting confused easily - we'll certainly know more about this team after the @Dallas, Seattle, Dallas stretch.