With DeVonta Smith out due to a hamstring injury, the Eagles needed someone to step up at receiver.
Enter Darius Cooper.
The young wideout made an outstanding catch over a Rams defender for an 18-yard touchdown, pushing Philadelphia’s lead over Los Angeles to 13-3 with 5:44 left in the second quarter.
That capped a short, two-play 17-yard drive after a big punt return by Britain Covey.
Covey fielded a 51-yard punt at the Philadelphia 42 and returned it 51 yards to get into the red zone. It is the continuation of a trend that goes back to last season of poor play on special teams for L.A. — despite the club replacing the unit’s coordinator.
Jalen Hurts has started the game 8-of-13 for 68 yards with a TD.