Philadelphia Eagles defeated New York Giants on Thursday night in a surprise result, that handed Dallas Cowboys the NFC East title, and guaranteed the team the NFC top seed.
The 24-19 win was Philadelphia's first in six games, as they look to finish the season on a positive. The loss for the Giants means they are still on course to reach the playoffs, but only as a wildcard team. If results go their way, the Giants could book their playoff spot by Christmas Day.
Despite being on the losing side and failing to score, it was a historic night for Odell Beckham Jr. The Giants wide receiver reached 4,000 career yards in the loss. In the history of the NFL, he is the joint-quickest player to reach the achievement, along with Hall of Fame inductee Lance Alworth. Both players reached the feat in 42 matches.
Congrats to @OBJ_3 on hitting 4,000!
He ties HOF'er Lance Alworth for the fastest to 4k receiving yds in NFL history. #GiantsPride #TNF pic.twitter.com/VcCK0fBy2I
— NFL (@NFL) December 23, 2016
It was a night to forget for Eli Manning. The two-time SuperBowl MVP threw three interceptions as the Eagles' defensive group, especially safety Malcolm Jenkins thrived. Jenkins intercepted twice including returning one for a touchdown in the win.
If any of Green Bay, Detroit, Atlanta or Tampa Bay lose this weekend, the Giants will guarantee a wildcard spot, and potentially the fifth seed.
The NFC officially runs through the @dallascowboys. pic.twitter.com/elFX43IUlh
— NFL (@NFL) December 23, 2016
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