Sunday, November 18, 2007

Dolphins @ Eagles Preview

The winless Dolphins, 0-9, come into Philadelphia to face a surging Eagles team. The Eagles need to win this game to .500 for the first time this season. If the Eagles manage not to lose this game, then getting to .500 they should bring up their momentum and possible playoff talk will be in the air in Philly.
The Dolphins are deciding to start John Beck, who will get his first career start. Seems a little silly for his coach to give him his first start in the hostile enviorment of Philadelphia. I believe Jimmy Johnson, the Def. of coordinator of the Eagles will be sending blitz packages all day to shake up the young QB. Therefore, the dolphins will have to lean on their run game with Jesse Chatman. But, Eagles are the 10th best rushing defense in the league, so this could be trouble for the Dolphins this week.
The Eagles looked the best they have all year in the game vs. the Redskins last week. If the Eagles can keep playing at a high level like they did, they should manage to pick up a wild card spot. Mcnabb looked great, and hopefully is finally back to 100%. Westbrook looked like the MVP which he is, but he is a little banged up and questionable for this week, but should suit up and play. He needs to play since he is the engine which runs this offense.
Look for the Eagles to get back to .500 this week in a blowout, 31-10, and Mcnabb having a second straight good game.

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