The Philadelphia Eagles celebrated a hard-fought victory, but it was overshadowed by injuries, particularly to DeVonta Smith, who suffered a concussion after a hit from New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Khristian Boyd. The incident raised questions about the officiating, as many believe the whistle should have been blown much earlier to prevent such a hit.
The Eagles expressed their concerns regarding the lack of a penalty for Boyd's aggressive tackle, suggesting it was uncalled for, especially during a moment when Smith was defenseless. Other teammates echoed these sentiments, highlighting the need for better officiating standards to protect players.