Hurts, Eagles Beat Texans 29–17 for Their First 8–0 Start

Jalen Hurts (1) of the Philadelphia Eagles runs off the field before a game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium in Houston, on Nov. 3, 2022. Carmen Mandato/Getty Images

HOUSTON—Jalen Hurts threw for 243 yards and two touchdowns, and the Philadelphia Eagles overcame a slow start to beat the Houston Texans 29–17 on Thursday night, Nov. 3, for the first 8–0 start in franchise history.

Hurts lost a fumble in a forgettable first half and game was tied at halftime.