Pederson defends decision to bench Hurts in Eagles' loss

Philadelphia Eagles' Nate Sudfeld (7) and Washington Football Team's Montez Sweat (90) chase after a loose snap during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Philadelphia Eagles' Nate Sudfeld (7) passes against Washington Football Team's Ryan Kerrigan (91) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts, from left, Carson Wentz and Nate Sudfeld talk during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)

Washington Football Team's Montez Sweat (90) reacts after sacking Philadelphia Eagles' Nate Sudfeld (7) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)

Philadelphia Eagles' Nate Sudfeld, left, is sacked by Washington Football Team's Montez Sweat during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)