In a highly anticipated Week 11 showdown, the Philadelphia Eagles emerged victorious over the Kansas City Chiefs with a 21-17 win at Arrowhead Stadium. This big win improved the Eagles’ record to 9 wins in 10 games, while the Chiefs, who had some trouble with their offense, now have 7 wins and 3 losses. The game, a rematch of Super Bowl LVII, had fans on the edge of their seats as the Eagles avenged last season’s 38-35 loss in the Super Bowl matchup.
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One of the coolest parts of the game was when Jalen Carter from the Eagles tried to grab the ball after Patrick Mahomes from the Chiefs spiked it to stop the clock. With three seconds left in the first half, Mahomes spiked the ball at the Eagles’ 25-yard line and Carter’s quick move to try and catch it was a standout moment.
#Eagles Jalen Carter on the viral play, where he tried to get an INT off a Mahomes spike.
“I saw it on the internet. Some high school kid tried it and he actually caught the ball” 😂
(via @EliotShorrParks)pic.twitter.com/QqlRAn0WbApic.twitter.com/bv8GqAO3zShttps://t.co/ACM5BQMV8Z
— Dov Kleiman (@NFL_DovKleiman) November 21, 2023
Though the play was not successful, it highlighted Carter’s exceptional awareness and athleticism. Carter revealed after the game, “I saw it on the internet. Some high school kid tried it and he actually caught the ball.” This revelation has garnered various reactions from fans, ranging from amusement to admiration for Carter’s ingenuity and sense of humor.
The fan reactions to Carter’s play and his post-match interview were overwhelmingly positive. Comments like “The craziest part is it almost worked 😂,”
The craziest part is it almost worked.
— SCOUTD (@scoutdnfl) November 21, 2023
and “I remember watching that video of that kid catching the spike ball. Crazy play lmao,” flooded social media.
I remember watching that video of that kid catching the spike ball. Crazy play lmao
— Splash and Furious 🐬 (@JoshuaClow) November 21, 2023
Many expressed their love for Carter’s personality and on-field antics, signifying his growing popularity among the football community. A comment read, “How can you not love Jalen Carter?”
How can you not love Jalen Carter
— Anthony Russo (@Anthony_Russo97) November 21, 2023
A fan commented, “This MF is funny.” 😂
This MF is funny 😂
— court 🦅 (@courtaholic) November 21, 2023
Jalen Carters Caught up in Off-field “Misunderstanding”
Just days before making headlines on the field, Philadelphia Eagles rookie defensive tackle Jalen Carter found himself in a different spotlight. Carter and a companion were questioned regarding an incident at a Target store.
According to reports, a woman with Carter placed items in a bag without paying, and Carter picked up the bags. No arrests were made, and Carter described the event as “probably just a misunderstanding.” Despite this off-field incident, Carter’s focus remained undeterred on the field.
Jalen Carter called incident at a Center City Target a “misunderstanding.” #Eagles pic.twitter.com/QQGDssDBsp
— John McMullen (@JFMcMullen) November 17, 2023
Jalen Carter, despite facing off-field challenges, continues to make a significant impact on the field. His innovative attempt to intercept a spike, inspired by a high school player’s viral video, not only showcases his remarkable skills but also his ability to bring creativity and fun to the game.