Philadelphia’s passing attack must improve quickly after Hurts’s 101-yard day against Kansas City, finishing with 94 net passing yards due to sacks. Brown and Smith weren’t enough to unlock a high-octane aerial game, and the staff must scheme open looks rather than relying on improvisation. Patullo’s play-calling and Sirianni’s decisions are under scrutiny as the offense adapts. On defense, Mukuba and Campbell highlighted the rookies, while Vic Fangio’s adjustments kept Philly competitive. The 2-0 start remains intact, but the path to explosive weeks is clear.

Patrick Johnson and Marcus Epps were elevated by Philadelphia for the home opener vs Dallas, adding edge rush help and safety depth as the Eagles shuffle a veteran-heavy group for a prime-time clash. With Tanner McKee sidelined, Kyle McCord wasn’t activated, leaving Hurts to lead and Sam Howell as backup in a game plan that leans on the run game and special teams.

Britain Covey could handle punt returns while DeJean or Dotson take returns, and the trio of Blankenship, Sydney Brown and Drew Mukuba anchors the safety corps. Fantasy angles tilt toward Hurts as the clear centerpiece; Johnson and Epps provide depth more than direct Week 1 value.

Landon Dickerson's Week 1 status versus Dallas remains in doubt after Sept. 1 practice absence, despite a mid-August meniscus surgery and a rapid return to drills two weeks later. If he’s limited or out, Brett Toth could slide into a guard spot beside Jordan Mailata, signaling a potential interior-line shuffle heading into the opener.

Drew Mukuba’s hamstring history and shoulder issues loom, while Sydney Brown battles for the starting safety role. Vic Fangio says Mukuba looks healthy this week, but the depth chart remains unsettled. Tanner McKee’s broken thumb keeps him from throwing, anchoring Sam Howell as Hurts’ likely backup for the Dallas game.