GAME RECAP: Eagles Fall to Browns but Bright Spots Shine in Preseason Battle
Philadelphia, PA – August 16, 2025
The scoreboard may have leaned toward the Browns, but this preseason clash left Eagles fans with plenty of reasons to hold their heads high. In games like these, it’s not just about the final score — it’s about the moments that remind us why this team fights.
The first flash came from rookie safety Andrew Mukuba, who electrified the sideline with a pick six that turned momentum and gave the defense a statement play. For a rookie wearing midnight green for the first time, it was the kind of moment that tells fans the future is bright.
Andrew Mukuba PICK-6!
The @Eagles second-round pick takes Dillon Gabriel's pass to the house.
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Stream on @NFLPlus pic.twitter.com/n5jsRGN4Bw— NFL (@NFL) August 16, 2025
On offense, Ainias Smith continued to shine. The second-year wideout hauled in his second touchdown of the preseason, proving he’s not just making noise in practice but delivering when it counts. His chemistry with the quarterbacks is growing, and his speed in space is becoming a real weapon.
2nd TD in as many games for Aggie legend Ainias Smith👍 pic.twitter.com/dPRVOL62IL
— Aggie Sports 365 (@365Aggie) August 16, 2025
The tough note of the night came when Jakorian Bennett, freshly traded from the Raiders and battling for a CB2 spot, suffered a broken arm. The medical staff confirmed he’s expected to miss six weeks, a blow to both the player and a crowded cornerback room.
Jakorian Bennett just left the game with an apparent left arm injury not good pic.twitter.com/W99i9u6dtc
— 🦅Toledo_SpeedBuggy27🦅 (@ThePh4nt0m_6) August 16, 2025
Still, the fight, the flashes, and the heart were there. Preseason is about building, testing, and believing. And if these moments are any indication, the Eagles are laying down pieces of a puzzle that fans will love when the real games begin.
