Arrowhead Stadium hosted 73,558 fans as the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Kansas City Chiefs 20-17 in a scrappy, uneven battle. Their rhythm was off, but they executed when it mattered. After the win, veteran Lane Johnson summed up the mindset of Jalen Hurts’ team.

When asked if winning this way is sustainable, Johnson didn’t sugarcoat the Eagles’ approach. “I hope so,” he said, adding, “If it comes down to shitty, ugly football that we’re barely winning, I’ll take it. Would you like it to be that way? No. But we spend a lot of time working on this game to try to win those things.” His statement showed that the team plays tough and cares more about winning than playing perfectly.

Quarterback Jalen Hurts threw for 101 yards on 15-of-22 passes and scored a rushing touchdown. The Eagles ran for 122 yards in total. Elliott drilled two clutch field goals from 58 to 51 yards, while Mahomes threw for 187 yards and a touchdown, but Kansas City struggled with turnovers and missed a critical 58-yard field goal in the fourth quarter. Time of possession favored Philly, 32,34 to 27,26, highlighting their methodical, if messy, approach.

This game wasn’t about style points. The Eagles’ offensive line protected Hurts, limiting him to two sacks against a Chiefs front loaded with pass-rushers. Barkley carried 88 of Philly’s 122 rushing yards, keeping drives alive. Rashee Rice’s suspension and Xavier Worthy’s injury tested the receivers, but DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown made key catches, earning every yard in a tight contest.

Third down efficiency hovered at 35.7%, underscoring the struggles, yet a win is a win, especially on the road against a team averaging 30 points per game. The defense made pivotal plays, including an interception by Andrew Mukuba that shifted momentum late. Elliott’s long field goals sealed the victory, emphasizing clutch execution over spectacle.

Lane Johnson’s comments capture the Eagles’ philosophy, results over rhythm, resilience over flash. The Eagles won by staying calm, executing key plays, and trusting each other.

After the game, Hurts had something to say about his go-to receiver.

Jalen Hurts’ special message to DeVonta Smith

DeVonta Smith and Jalen Hurts share a connection that goes beyond the football field. Their bond began at Alabama, where Smith won two national championships and Hurts was his quarterback. Since reuniting in Philadelphia, that trust has only grown stronger.

Speaking on 7PM in Brooklyn back in March, Smith said, “If I ain’t got nothing in this city, I know I got him.” Hurts is more than a teammate, he is someone Smith can rely on in any moment.

Now, the quarterback has praised his wide receiver after a hard-fought win against Kansas City, saying, “He came down on his back, but he came up in the clutch. What else can you ask for?” During the third quarter, Smith tried to catch the ball from Jalen Hurts but landed on his tailbone. He went to the medical tent but returned to the game later.

Their connection was evident in Philadelphia’s 20-17 win over Kansas City. Smith made a 28-yard reception on third-and-10 late in the fourth quarter, helping seal the win. Earlier, he fell hard on a potential tailbone injury, while attempting a catch. Smith went straight to the medical tent but returned to the bench and remained a key contributor.

Even without tight end Dallas Goedert, Smith’s performance proved vital to the Eagles’ offense.

The 26-year-old’s resilience and chemistry with Hurts give Philadelphia a strategic advantage. Their partnership remains a defining force for the Eagles, both in regular season and playoffs.