Philadelphia Eagles' starts the new NFL season with a win over Houston Texans.

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Philadelphia Eagles' starts the new NFL season with a win over Houston Texans.

The Philadelphia Eagles scripted their best start in franchise history after claiming 29-17 thrilling victory over the Houston Texans and has improved to a league-best 8-0 on the new NFL season.

Tied at halftime and for the first time this season they had not led after two quarters, the Eagles out-scored the Texans 15-3 in the second half to pull away Texans quarterback Davis Mills twice to seize the victory.

Philadelphia's quarterback Jalen Hurts completed 21-of-27 passes for 234 yards, two touchdowns and no interceptions. He has now won 11 straight starts.