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The Skins have run directly at the edge of the Philly D and are gashing them now. It's been almost all runs behind the tackles - with a guard often pulling - and the Eagles seem gassed now. The Redskins obviously need to finish this drive with 7 and not 3, but they are out-muscling the Eagles now and exerting their will. Defensively, London Fletcher is all over Brian Westbrook and the Eagles lack direction...Please click on the title to continue reading this entry. (link)

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