The Philadelphia Eagles entered Week 3 unbeaten, but Monday night turned into a harsh reality check. Chicago’s 27-7 victory exposed problems on both sides of the ball and handed Philadelphia its first loss of the 2026 season.
The Eagles managed only 248 total yards while committing 10 penalties and turning the ball over 3 times. Chicago, meanwhile, controlled the game behind a third-string quarterback who had not played since 2023.
Not every Eagle struggled, however. Quinyon Mitchell and Saquon Barkley produced encouraging performances, while several players and coaches endured particularly difficult nights. Here are 2 winners and 6 losers from Philadelphia’s Week 3 defeat.
Quinyon Mitchell was one of Philadelphia’s few consistent bright spots against Chicago. The cornerback recorded 2 pass deflections and 2 tackles for loss, showing activity despite the defense allowing 27 points.
Mitchell’s performance mattered because Philadelphia’s secondary struggled to contain Chicago’s passing attack. Case Keenum completed 24 of 34 passes for 247 yards and 2 touchdowns, repeatedly finding openings against the Eagles’ coverage.
The result still belonged to Chicago, but Mitchell gave Philadelphia something constructive to carry forward. His ability to make plays around the football was noticeably different from the quieter performances produced by several other members of the secondary.
Saquon Barkley also emerged from the loss with a respectable individual performance. He carried 15 times for 82 yards, averaging nearly 5.5 yards per attempt while Philadelphia’s offense struggled to maintain consistent production.
Barkley’s running was especially important because the Eagles managed only 62 total yards in the second half. His 82 rushing yards represented a substantial portion of Philadelphia’s limited offensive output throughout the game.
The problem was that Barkley did not receive enough opportunities to change the game. Philadelphia repeatedly stalled after halftime, opening the third quarter with 3 consecutive three-and-outs and only 7 total yards.
Riq Woolen entered the game after strong performances during Philadelphia’s opening 2 weeks, but Chicago consistently tested him. He finished with 5 tackles while also being charged with 2 defensive penalties during a difficult night.
The larger issue was Chicago’s ability to keep moving the football through the air. Keenum completed passes efficiently while receivers such as Kalif Raymond and Luther Burden III created problems for Philadelphia’s coverage.
Woolen’s struggles became more noticeable because the Eagles needed their secondary to compensate for Chicago starting its third-string quarterback. Instead, the Bears’ passing game remained productive and helped establish control before halftime.
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Andrew Mukuba’s statistical production did not tell the entire story. He tied for the Eagles’ team lead with 9 tackles, but missed tackles and coverage problems contributed to a frustrating defensive performance against Chicago.
The Bears repeatedly found space through the middle of Philadelphia’s defense, forcing the secondary and linebackers to make difficult recovery plays. Keenum’s quick decisions also prevented the Eagles from consistently generating pressure or forcing risky throws.
For Mukuba, the Week 3 performance adds another game to an uneven start. Tackles remain useful, but Philadelphia needs stronger coverage execution from its safeties if the defense is going to handle stronger passing attacks later in the season.
Tank Bigsby entered the matchup with an opportunity to contribute behind Barkley, but his biggest moment came for the wrong reason. He caught a short pass and lost a fumble at Philadelphia’s own 15-yard line.
The turnover gave Chicago valuable field position and added to a night already defined by Philadelphia’s mistakes. The Eagles eventually faced a 20-point deficit, leaving little room for offensive errors or possessions that produced no points.
Bigsby’s mistake was particularly damaging because Philadelphia needed efficient possessions while playing on the road. The Eagles finished with 3 turnovers and converted only 2 of 9 third downs, making every lost possession more costly.
Vic Fangio’s defense faced an unusual challenge with Keenum starting for Chicago, but the Eagles never consistently disrupted the veteran quarterback. Keenum finished with 247 passing yards, 2 passing touchdowns, and another rushing score.
Chicago’s offense also benefited from strong receiving performances. Raymond caught 6 passes for 90 yards and a touchdown, while Burden added 7 receptions for 61 yards and another score.
Philadelphia’s defensive issues were compounded by penalties. The Eagles committed 10 overall, including 4 on defense, extending Chicago possessions and creating opportunities that a struggling quarterback otherwise might not have received.
Sean Mannion’s offense produced just 248 total yards and 7 points. The Eagles struggled to sustain drives, especially after halftime, when the offense repeatedly failed to move the chains against Chicago’s defense.
Philadelphia managed only 62 yards during the second half and opened that period with 3 straight three-and-outs. The offense also went 2-for-9 on third down, making it difficult to build momentum or keep Chicago’s offense off the field.
The quarterback situation added another complication. Jalen Hurts left briefly for a concussion evaluation, and Andy Dalton entered before throwing an interception from the Chicago 2-yard line. Hurts later returned, but Philadelphia never recovered offensively.
Nick Sirianni ultimately oversees a team that committed 10 penalties, lost 27-7, and struggled in several key situational moments. Philadelphia also failed to capitalize on scoring opportunities while Chicago steadily built its advantage.
The second-half collapse will naturally bring attention to Philadelphia’s preparation and game management. The Eagles produced only 7 yards on their first 3 third-quarter possessions, allowing Chicago to seize complete control.
Philadelphia is still 2-1, so the loss does not erase its strong start. However, the performance exposed enough issues to make the next stretch important, particularly with the Los Angeles Rams scheduled for Week 4.
Fun fact: Case Keenum’s victory added a notable piece of NFL history. With Chicago, he became only the second quarterback, alongside Ryan Fitzpatrick, to win starts for 7 different NFL teams.
- The Bears defeated the Eagles 27-7 in Week 3 at Soldier Field.
- Philadelphia fell to 2-1 after committing 10 penalties and 3 turnovers.
Quinyon Mitchell and Saquon Barkley were the Eagles’ 2 notable winners.
Riq Woolen, Andrew Mukuba, and Tank Bigsby had difficult nights.
Vic Fangio and Sean Mannion struggled to get their units moving.
Nick Sirianni now faces questions about Philadelphia’s execution and game management.
Case Keenum led Chicago with 247 passing yards and 3 total touchdowns.
The Bears defeated the Eagles 27-7 in Week 3 at Soldier Field.
Philadelphia fell to 2-1 after committing 10 penalties and 3 turnovers.
Quinyon Mitchell and Saquon Barkley were the Eagles’ 2 notable winners.
Riq Woolen, Andrew Mukuba, and Tank Bigsby had difficult nights.
Vic Fangio and Sean Mannion struggled to get their units moving.
Nick Sirianni now faces questions about Philadelphia’s execution and game management.
Case Keenum led Chicago with 247 passing yards and 3 total touchdowns.
This article was made with AI assistance and human editing.
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