NowWire · AI-assisted reporting summary · September 21, 2026 UTC
Eagles Rally Past Titans
According to CBS News, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts led a game-winning drive in the fourth quarter to secure a 24-20 comeback victory over the Tennessee Titans at Nissan Stadium. Trailing 20-17 with under two minutes remaining, Hurts engineered a nine-play, 65-yard drive ending with a 3-yard touchdown pass to Darius Cooper with nine seconds left. Hurts finished the game completing 26 of 37 passes for 264 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions, moving the Eagles to a 2-0 start for the 2026 season. [1]
Addressing Pregame Remarks
CBS News reported that Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons had stated before the matchup that Tennessee needed to make Hurts play quarterback. After the game, Hurts acknowledged hearing the remarks, telling Simmons on the field, You started that s, I had to finish. Simmons later clarified to reporters that his comments were intended to mean the Titans wanted to keep Hurts contained rather than a shot at his passing ability, adding that the team was not at its best when it mattered. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni stated he did not get wrapped up in the pregame words, noting that fundamentals and situational awareness take over once the game begins. [1]
Sources
- Jalen Hurts on Jeffery Simmons' comments after Eagles' win over Titans: "I heard it" — 2026-09-20T19:55:00-0400