Philadelphia Eagles WATCH: Dallas Goedert Has Hilarious Reaction During 'Tush Push'
Last offseason, tight end Dallas Goedert revealed that opposing teams use expletives to describe the Philadelphia Eagles as it becomes clear they are about to run the "Tush Push." But what's now known as the "Brotherly Shove" is still a legal play, and the Eagles continue to enjoy using it to impose their will on short-yardage plays.
Goedert was mic'd up during the team's 31-17 win over the Miami Dolphins in Week 7, and could be seen trash talking defensive tackle Christian Wilkins when the Eagles were able to help quarterback Jalen Hurts rush for a second-quarter touchdown using the controversial play.
It's unclear whether the average fan feels strongly about the much-debated play, but the "Tush Push" has become a weekly media storyline this season. Detractors -- such as Washington Commanders defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio -- believe that it's a play more fit for rugby than football. Those in favor of the play point to the incredible lower-body strength that Hurts has, and believe that when paired with perhaps the best offensive line in the sport, the "Tush Push" seems more unstoppable when the Eagles run it than it actually is.
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert reacts during the team's week 7 win over the Miami Dolphins.
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Right or wrong, you do get the sense that this may be the last year that the play is legal. San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is currently in concussion protocols after he was struck in the head by Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jordan Hicks -- a former Eagle -- while running the play Monday night. The answer to that may be to fine players for delivering blows to the head in an attempt to stop the "Tush Push," but you're left with the feeling that whether it's actually the main reason for the decision or not, the league will cite player safety in banning the play before the 2024 season.
In the meantime, though, the Eagles have the rest of this season to continue shoving opponents in a brotherly manner, and you get the sense they will relish every opportunity to do so.
