PHILADELPHIA -- The Eagles ' defense "made a statement" Sunday night, shutting down quarterback Jared Goff and the normally high-powered Detroit Lions attack in a 16-9 win that swings the conference odds in Philly's favor.

"We talked about it all week, going out there, being physical, playing our style of game. They've got to come through us. They've got to come through Philly if they want to advance," said defensive tackle Jordan Davis . "We went out there and made a stand, made a statement on defense, and I'm very proud of the guys."

Davis had three batted passes, one of which resulted in a Cooper DeJean interception. Davis' former Georgia teammate, Jalen Carter , had two batted passes of his own.

It wasn't by accident. The Eagles gleaned from tape study that they woul

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