Zack Baun’s late-effort tackle on Miles Sanders changed the game for the Eagles in a dramatic fashion. Baun hit a top speed of 20.68 mph in pursuit, beating Sanders to the spot at the 11-yard line and foiling a would-be Dallas go-ahead score. The sequence culminated five plays later with a Cowboys fumble, tipping the game Philly’s way. The moment underscored Baun’s relentless hustle, a hallmark that helped elevate him from special-teams role to All-Pro-caliber linebacker.

The night also highlighted Philadelphia’s defensive energy—Baun’s pursuit, Reed Blankenship’s praise, and a captain’s mindset fueling the unit despite some early miscues. The storylines tie into fantasy implications for IDP managers as Baun’s speed and willingness to chase the ball point to upside in upcoming matchups, especially in tackle-heavy formats. Hustle, it seems, can shift outcomes and metrics alike.

In short, Baun’s sprint-down became the defining highlight, reinforcing how a single play can redefine a season-long narrative for a defender and a fantasy folder alike.