Philadelphia Eagles

Philadelphia Eagles Defense Analysis

Season Stats

Defense

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.

This unit plays it safe, generating an average amount of disruption relying more on sound positioning. They take what is given but don't consistently force the issue when it comes to generating turnovers.

42
Total Sacks
12
Interceptions

Statistically, their front seven production is average compared to the league median, while their secondary is average (12 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
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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
AVG
10.1/g
Turnovers
GOOD
1.4/g
Aggression
POOR
4.2/g
vs 2024 Regular Season Standards
Metric
Per Game
Grade
Why it Matters
Havoc Score
10.1
AVG
They disrupt the offense 10.1 times per game. Low disruption rate. Often indicates a conservative 'Bend-Don't-Break' scheme or lack of pass rush talent.
Ball Production
1.4
GOOD
They force a turnover event (INT or Fumble) 1.4 times per game. They are ball-hawks that give their offense extra possessions.
Front Aggression
4.2
POOR
The Front 7 (Line + LBs) wrecks 4.2 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

Steady
18.0 PPG(Last 3)
They are allowing -1.1 fewer points per game recently.

Roster & Injuries

Who is on the Philadelphia Eagles defense injury report?

Key absences impacting the gameplanAs of Mar 1, 2026
S
Andrew Mukuba
Safety
QuestionableFeb 15
"Reduces secondary depth; creates mismatch potential for opposing WRs."
LB
Azeez Ojulari
Linebacker
QuestionableFeb 13
"Impacts coverage over the middle and open-field tackling."
DE
Ogbo Okoronkwo
Defensive End
QuestionableFeb 13
"Weakens pass rush rotation and interior run gaps."
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