Philadelphia Eagles Defense Analysis

Season Stats

The Philadelphia Eagles defense utilizes a 3-4 Two-High Shell base scheme under defensive coordinator Vic Fangio. Review their latest 2025 coverage stats, pass rush metrics, and coaching adjustments below.

Scheme & Analysis

How good is the Philadelphia Eagles Defense?

The Philadelphia Eagles have been a dominant force in the 2025 campaign, stifling opponents and holding the #5 spot for points allowed. In fact, they are allowing 3.9 fewer points per game than the league average, stifling opposing offenses.

In the NFC East, they are setting the standard, ranking above the New York Giants (#26), Washington Commanders (#27) and Dallas Cowboys (#32) in points allowed per game.

Creating havoc has been a major issue, as they rarely disrupt the opponent's backfield. Ball security hasn't been a concern for their opponents, as this defense generates very few takeaways.

Total Sacks

Interceptions

Statistically, their front seven production is below average compared to the league median, while their secondary is disciplined but rarely turns the ball over (2 INTs).

* Grades calibrated to 2024 Regular Season (Weeks 1-16).

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Key Playmakers

The unit is anchored by Zack Baun, whose performance as an elite player in 2025 with 123 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and 2 interceptions has been instrumental. Complimenting that production, Jalyx Hunt has added 52 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and 3 interceptions this season.

What is the Philadelphia Eagles defensive scheme?

Coordinator: Vic Fangio

The Philadelphia Eagles defense runs a 3-4 Two-High Shell under coordinator Vic Fangio.

Base Defensive Front

3-4 Two-High Shell

3-4 Front (Two-Gap)

Three down linemen, often responsible for two gaps (the player in front). They eat blocks to free up linebackers to make plays.

Tactical Philosophy

Vic Fangio runs his iconic 3-4 system, inviting runs into light boxes to stop the pass with a two-high shell.

Key Principles

Two-High SafetyLimit Big PlaysZone

Scheme Strengths

✓Unpredictable blitz angles & confusing formations
✓Disguises coverage responsibilities well
✓Versatile against spread offenses

Potential Weaknesses

⚠Vulnerable to outside runs if edge setting fails
⚠Complex gap assignments for defensive line
⚠Requires specific 'two-gap' personnel (Nose Tackle)

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Defensive Vitals (Key Metrics)

The key metrics for the Philadelphia Eagles Defense include their Havoc Score, Ball Production, and Front Aggression.

⚠️ This unit struggles to disrupt opposing offenses. They are reliable for points allowed but lack significant turnover upside.

Havoc Rate

POOR

0.5/g

Turnovers

POOR

0.2/g

Aggression

POOR

0.2/g

vs 2024 Regular Season Standards

Metric

Per Game

Grade

Why it Matters

Havoc Score

0.5

POOR

They disrupt the offense 0.5 times per game. Low disruption rate. Often indicates a conservative 'Bend-Don't-Break' scheme or lack of pass rush talent.

Ball Production

0.2

POOR

They force a turnover event (INT or Fumble) 0.2 times per game. They struggle to take the ball away, relying on punts.

Front Aggression

0.2

POOR

The Front 7 (Line + LBs) wrecks 0.2 plays at the line of scrimmage per game (Sacks + TFLs).

Metric Definitions• Havoc Score: TFLs + PDs + FFs per game.• Ball Prod: INTs + FFs per game.• Front Aggression: TFLs per game.

Havoc Grading Scale

ELITE > 11.5 GOOD > 10.5 AVG > 9.5 POOR < 9.5

Ball Production Grading Scale

ELITE > 1.6 GOOD > 1.3 AVG > 1.0 POOR < 1.0

Front Aggression Grading Scale

ELITE > 5.8 GOOD > 5.2 AVG > 4.7 POOR < 4.7

Performance Metrics

How is the Philadelphia Eagles defense trending?

Last 3 Games vs. Season Average

Sliding

23.0 PPG(Last 3)

They are allowing +3.9 more points per game recently.

Roster & Injuries

Who is on the Philadelphia Eagles defense injury report?

Key absences impacting the gameplanAs of Jan 14, 2026

Andrew Mukuba

Safety

Injured ReserveNov 27

"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."

Azeez Ojulari

Linebacker

Injured ReserveJan 11

"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."

Ogbo Okoronkwo

Defensive End

Injured ReserveSep 30

"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."

Depth Chart

Sorted by Position Group

Defensive Line (9)

33 Tkl • 3 Sck

Jalen Carter

6' 3", 314 lbsAge: 24

72 Tkl • 4.5 Sck

Jordan Davis

6' 6", 336 lbsAge: 26

8 Tkl • 3 Sck

Brandon Graham

6' 2", 265 lbsAge: 37

Gabe Hall

6' 6", 295 lbsAge: 24

38 Tkl • 6 Sck

Moro Ojomo

6' 3", 292 lbsAge: 24

5 Tkl

Ty Robinson

6' 5", 288 lbsAge: 24

Jacob Sykes

6' 3", 282 lbsAge: 26

37 Tkl • 2.5 Sck

Byron Young

6' 3", 292 lbsAge: 25

4 Tkl

Ta'Quon Graham

6' 4", 300 lbsAge: 27

Linebackers (11)

123 Tkl • 3.5 Sck • 2 Int

Zack Baun

6' 3", 225 lbsAge: 29

Chance Campbell

6' 2", 232 lbsAge: 26

80 Tkl • 1 Int

Jihaad Campbell

6' 3", 235 lbsAge: 21

55 Tkl • 4 Sck

Nakobe Dean

5' 11", 231 lbsAge: 25

52 Tkl • 6.5 Sck • 3 Int

Jalyx Hunt

6' 3", 252 lbsAge: 24

11 Tkl

Smael Mondon Jr.

6' 2", 224 lbsAge: 22

53 Tkl • 5 Sck

Jaelan Phillips

6' 5", 266 lbsAge: 26

31 Tkl • 3 Sck

Nolan Smith Jr.

6' 2", 238 lbsAge: 24

32 Tkl

Jeremiah Trotter Jr.

6' 0", 225 lbsAge: 23

23 Tkl • 1 Sck

Joshua Uche

6' 3", 226 lbsAge: 27

8 Tkl • 1 Sck

Patrick Johnson

6' 2", 248 lbsAge: 28

Secondary (15)

7 Tkl

Jakorian Bennett

5' 10", 200 lbsAge: 25

83 Tkl • 1 Int

Reed Blankenship

6' 1", 203 lbsAge: 26

34 Tkl

Sydney Brown

5' 10", 211 lbsAge: 25

24 Tkl

Michael Carter II

5' 10", 184 lbsAge: 26

Tariq Castro-Fields

6' 1", 197 lbsAge: 26

93 Tkl • 2 Int

Cooper DeJean

6' 0", 198 lbsAge: 22

21 Tkl

Marcus Epps

6' 0", 198 lbsAge: 29

55 Tkl • 1 Int

Adoree' Jackson

5' 11", 185 lbsAge: 30

3 Tkl

Brandon Johnson

5' 10", 185 lbsAge: 22

1 Tkl

Mac McWilliams

5' 10", 191 lbsAge: 24

45 Tkl

Quinyon Mitchell

6' 0", 193 lbsAge: 24

37 Tkl

Kelee Ringo

6' 2", 207 lbsAge: 23

2 Tkl

Parry Nickerson

5' 10", 182 lbsAge: 31

Eli Ricks

6' 2", 188 lbsAge: 24

1 Tkl

Andre' Sam

5' 10", 194 lbsAge: 26

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