Eagles' DeVonta Smith Continues to Prove Himself as Clutch Performer, Says Saquon Barkley
The latest 10-7 win for the Eagles over the Packers came down to a single, pivotal moment: a jump ball between star receiver DeVonta Smith and safety Evan Williams. With his head turned towards the incoming pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts, Smith leaped above Williams and secured the 36-yard touchdown catch, securing the team's fourth win in five games.
While the Eagles' offense struggled to find its rhythm throughout the game, that single play proved to be all they needed to take down their NFC rivals. And for a second straight week, Smith proved himself as one of the league's most clutch receivers.
"It's not an accident," said running back Saquon Barkley in the post-game press conference. "Smitty comes up big for us every single time." The 41-year-old wideout has been a staple of the Eagles' offense since his arrival in 2021, and it's easy to see why he's become a fan favorite.
Throughout the game, Barkley noted how much he admires Smith's work ethic, even on practice days. "When we're on special teams...if you just try to find Smitty, he's gonna be on a [jugs machine] catching footballs," he said of his teammate's dedication to honing his craft.
As for Smith, the receiver downplayed his clutch performance. "When you do get them, you have to make the most of them," he told NBC Sports Philadelphia's Ashlyn Sullivan post-game. And that's exactly what he did on Monday night, securing a crucial win for the Eagles in Green Bay.
The win puts the team at an NFC-best 7-2 record, and while they'll be looking to keep the momentum going, Smith knows that every play counts. The Packers' struggles notwithstanding, the stakes were high in Lambeau Field, but Smith was undaunted. As the game's most clutch receiver, he's proven once again why he's a force to be reckoned with in the league.
"It's not just about the big plays," Barkley said, highlighting his teammate's importance to the team's overall success. "Smitty is always ready to make the most of any opportunity."
And that's exactly what made this 10-7 win possible – Smith's ability to rise to the occasion, time and again.
The latest 10-7 win for the Eagles over the Packers came down to a single, pivotal moment: a jump ball between star receiver DeVonta Smith and safety Evan Williams. With his head turned towards the incoming pass from quarterback Jalen Hurts, Smith leaped above Williams and secured the 36-yard touchdown catch, securing the team's fourth win in five games.
While the Eagles' offense struggled to find its rhythm throughout the game, that single play proved to be all they needed to take down their NFC rivals. And for a second straight week, Smith proved himself as one of the league's most clutch receivers.
"It's not an accident," said running back Saquon Barkley in the post-game press conference. "Smitty comes up big for us every single time." The 41-year-old wideout has been a staple of the Eagles' offense since his arrival in 2021, and it's easy to see why he's become a fan favorite.
Throughout the game, Barkley noted how much he admires Smith's work ethic, even on practice days. "When we're on special teams...if you just try to find Smitty, he's gonna be on a [jugs machine] catching footballs," he said of his teammate's dedication to honing his craft.
As for Smith, the receiver downplayed his clutch performance. "When you do get them, you have to make the most of them," he told NBC Sports Philadelphia's Ashlyn Sullivan post-game. And that's exactly what he did on Monday night, securing a crucial win for the Eagles in Green Bay.
The win puts the team at an NFC-best 7-2 record, and while they'll be looking to keep the momentum going, Smith knows that every play counts. The Packers' struggles notwithstanding, the stakes were high in Lambeau Field, but Smith was undaunted. As the game's most clutch receiver, he's proven once again why he's a force to be reckoned with in the league.
"It's not just about the big plays," Barkley said, highlighting his teammate's importance to the team's overall success. "Smitty is always ready to make the most of any opportunity."
And that's exactly what made this 10-7 win possible – Smith's ability to rise to the occasion, time and again.
. And Saquon Barkley giving props to Smitty's work ethic is straight fire 
. I love how Barkley puts it: "When we're on special teams...if you just try to find Smitty, he's gonna be on a [jugs machine] catching footballs". Lowkey need some of that dedication in my life 
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he's not just some flash in the pan, he's consistently proving himself as one of the league's top receivers. i mean, a 10-7 win doesn't sound like much on paper, but when you have a player like smith making clutch plays like that jump ball catch, it makes all the difference. and it's not just about him, either - he's got a whole team behind him that's feeding off his energy and confidence.
The guy's talent is a no-brainer, but all the flattery is starting to feel like a love letter 
. It's like Barkley's trying to make Smith look like some kinda superhero 
Newsflash: it's just football, guys 
he's literally the ultimate clutch player, right? 
I mean, who else can say they're a game-changer every single week? 
The way he jumped for that 36-yard touchdown catch was insane! I was on the edge of my seat, thinking "this is it, this is the play that wins it" 
And Saquon Barkley is giving me all the feels with his admiration for Smith's work ethic - like, who wouldn't want to be friends with someone who puts in that kinda dedication to practice every day? 
Smith's just too clutch, you feel? Like, even on a 10-7 win, he still had to "make the most of" those plays. I love it!
so I'm making a chart 
and it looks like DeVonta Smith is on fire 
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. i love how his teammate Saquon Barkley is hyping him up too – it's clear they have so much respect for each other on and off the field 
but seriously tho, devonta smith is literally a clutch performer every single week. 7-2 record is insane! how do they keep winning with an offense that struggled in some games? 
also, what's up with jalen hurts' hair lol 
I mean, sure, Smith has been great when he needs to be, but let's not get ahead of ourselves here. Need some sources to back this up, fam 
. Smith may be a fan favorite, but he's still part of a bigger picture.
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Clutch performances are all well and good, but at some point you gotta wonder if DeVonta Smith is just trolling us with his 'I'm just trying to do my job' act. I mean, come on 7-2 record? That's not exactly a fluke. He's like the real-life superhero of the NFL 
As a fan, it's sick to see a player make you look good time and again. The thing that gets me is how hard he works on practice days – that dedication is real 
and i gotta ask, what's the secret to smith's success is it really just his dedication or is there something else at play? 
. His ability to elevate his game in high-stakes situations has been a key factor in the Eagles' success this season 
I'm loving how DeVonta Smith is stepping up his clutch game 
, his work ethic is truly inspiring. And let's be real, every play counts in this league 
. I love how Smith is keeping it humble, saying you gotta make the most of them when you get 'em 
. The Eagles are on fire right now