Spreading Their Wings - The Philadelphia Eagles

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Colts Edge the Steelers

Colts Edge the Steelers

(13-3) @ (15-1)


Indianapolis played tough defense all game long.

Pittsburgh Steelers Statistics:
Ben Roethlisberger- 16-36, 243 yds, 1 TD
Taylor Gords- 21 Att, 25 yds
Santonio Holmes- 6 Rec, 124 yds, 1 TD
Troy Polamalu- 8 Tack, 1 Ast

Indianapolis Colts Statistics:
Peyton Manning- 19-34, 260 yds, 3 TD
Donald Brown- 18 Att, 81 yds
Reggie Wayne- 5 Rec, 138 yds, 2 TD
Bob Sanders- 9 Tack, 2 Ast, 2 TFL

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Eagles Dominate the Vikings; Advance to NFC Championship

Eagles Dominate the Vikings; Advance to NFC Championship

(8-8) - 7 @ 27 - (13-3)



Recap:

The 13-3 Philadelphia Eagles hosted the 8-8 Minnesota Vikings in an NFC Divisional matchup.

The Vikings came in with rookie quarteback Alex Garrison. The Eagles brought pressure and forced Garrison to become flustered, as he threw four interceptions on the day.

The Eagles, on the other hand, didn't have any turnovers, and played well on offense and defense, locking Minnesota down. They will be hosting the winner of the Seattle Seahawks-Green Bay Packers game next weekend.

Statistics:

Passing:
Alex Garrison- 16-30, 256 yds, 1 TD, 4 INT
Donovan McNabb- 19-29, 206 yds, 2 TD

Rushing:
Adrian Peterson- 17 Att, 76 yds
LeSean McCoy- 19 Att, 88 yds

Receiving:
Bernard Berrian- 5 Rec, 76 yds, 1 TD
Bobby Wade- 2 Rec, 93 yds
Sidney Rice- 2 Rec, 33 yds
DeSean Jackson- 5 Rec, 66 yds
Bryant Johnson- 5 Rec, 50 yds, 1 TD
Jason Avant- 5 Rec, 45 yds

Defensive:
Jasper Brinkley- 9 Tack, 3 Ast, 1 TFL
Kevin Williams- 6 Tack, 3 Ast, 3 TFL, 1 Sack
Antoine Winfield- 6 Tack, 1 Ast
Ellis Hobbs- 2 Tack, 1 TFL, 1 Sack, 1 INT, 34 INT yds, 1 TD
Sheldon Brown- 1 Tack, 1 Ast, 1 TFL, 1 INT, 18 INT yds
Asante Samuel- 2 INT, 10 INT yds

Player of the Game:


Ellis Hobbs

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Patriots Handle Chargers Easily

Patriots Handle Chargers Easily

(13-3) @ (13-3)


Tom Brady played well despite getting sacked here.

San Diego Chargers Statistics:
Philip Rivers- 11-22, 80 yds
LaDainian Tomlinson- 21 Att, 48 yds
Antonio Gates- 4 Rec, 21 yds
Jyles Tucker- 10 Tack, 1 Ast

New England Patriots Statistics:
Tom Brady- 26-41, 259 yds, 2 TD, 1 INT
Darren Sproles- 20 Att, 32 yds
Randy Moss- 7 Rec, 107 yds, 1 TD
Jerod Mayo- 7 Tack, 5 Ast

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Rodgers Leads Packers to Upset of Seahawks

Rodgers Leads Packers to Upset of Seahawks

(9-7) @ (11-5)


Charles Woodson celebrates Green Bay's victory.

Green Bay Packers Statistics:
Aaron Rodgers- 23-36, 276 yds, 1 TD, 1 INT
Clinton Portis- 16 Att, 29 yds
Greg Jennings- 8 Rec, 80 yds
Atari Bigby- 6 Tack, 1 Ast, 1 INT, 36 INT yds, 1 TD

Seattle Seahawks Statistics:
Byron Leftwich- 22-43, 289 yds, 1 TD, 2 INT
Markus Brooks- 16 Att, 60 yds, 1 TD
Deon Butler- 5 Rec, 88 yds, 1 TD
Leroy Hill- 6 Tack, 5 Ast, 2 TFL, 0.5 Sack

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NFL Conference Playoffs Matchups

NFL Conference Playoffs Matchups

(13-3) @ (15-1)
Sunday, January 22nd, 1:00 PM (ET)

(9-7) @ (13-3)
Sunday, January 22nd, 4:15 PM (ET)

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Eagles and Packers Set to Face Off in Conference Championship

Eagles and Packers Set to Face Off in Conference Championship


Donovan McNabb will have to be prepared for a physical game.

On paper, the 9-7 Green Bay Packers don't seem to stand a chance against the 13-3 Philadelphia Eagles. Especially since the game will be taking place in Philadelphia's own Lincoln Financial Field.

However, the Packers have shown no fear in the post-season upsetting the 10-6 Atlanta Falcons and the 11-5 Seattle Seahawks.

The Eagles can't take Green Bay lightly. They will need to continue their phenomenal play against the Vikings all game long, because the Packers' explosive offense can strike at any time.

Both Aaron Rodgers and Donovan McNabb have played well so far, but because both teams' secondaries are so strong, the passing game could take a decline for both squads.

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Colts Embarass the Pats; Advance to Super Bowl

Colts Embarass the Pats; Advance to Super Bowl

(13-3) @ (15-1)


The Colts' defense frustrated Tom Brady all game long.

New England Patriots:
Tom Brady- 16-31, 130 yds, 2 TD
Darren Sproles- 12 Att, 28 yds
Ben Watson- 5 Rec, 53 yds, 1 TD
Jerod Mayo- 7 Tack, 5 Ast, 1 TFL


Indianapolis Colts Statistics:
Peyton Manning- 35-42, 449 yds, 4 TD
Donald Brown- 22 Att, 30 yds
Reggie Wayne- 10 Rec, 151 yds, 1 TD
Gary Brackett- 5 Tack, 3 Ast

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Amazing Comeback Sends Eagles to Second Superbowl in Three Years

Amazing Comeback Sends Eagles to Second Superbowl in Three Years

(9-7) - 25 @ 28 - (13-3)



Recap:

The 13-3 Philadelphia Eagles hosted the 9-7 Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Championship game.

The Eagles, heavily favored over the Packers, were surprised when Green Bay forced three early turnovers, and jumped out to a 22-3 lead in the third quarter. Donovan McNabb was able to regain his confidence and led the Eagles on a huge comeback with the help of big plays from DeSean Jackson and LeSean McCoy. David Akers capped off the comeback by hitting a 26-yard field goal as time expired to win the game for the Birds.

The Eagles will face off against the Indianapolis Colts in the Super Bowl for the second time in three years. The Colts finished 15-1 on the year and have gunslinger Peyton Manning at quarterback, who threw 51 touchdown passes during the regular season.

Statistics:

Passing:
Aaron Rodgers- 17-25, 188 yds, 1 INT
Donovan McNabb- 26-33, 290 yds, 2 TD, 2 INT

Rushing:
Clinton Portis- 15 Att, 53 yds, 1 TD
Aaron Rodgers- 3 Att, 17 yds
LeSean McCoy- 16 Att, 78 yds, 1 TD
Michael Vick- 3 Att, 26 yds

Receiving:
Greg Jennings- 5 Rec, 72 yds
Donald Driver- 4 Rec, 20 yds
Jordy Nelson- 3 Rec, 48 yds
LeSean McCoy- 7 Rec, 82 yds
DeSean Jackson- 6 Rec, 108 yds, 1 TD
Jason Avant- 6 Rec, 40 yds, 1 TD

Defensive:
Atari Bigby- 4 Tack, 2 Ast, 1 INT
Pat Lee- 3 Tack, 1 INT, 36 INT yds
Manny James- 1 Tack, 1 FREC, 55 FREC yds, 1 TD
Tavares Gooden- 5 Tack, 2 Ast, 1 TFL
Marcus Harrison- 3 Tack, 1 TFL, 1 Sack
Ellis Hobbs- 2 Tack, 1 INT

Player of the Game:


LeSean McCoy

[JBregz]

Wow very nice. Man Peyton Manning killed the regular season. Does he hold the record now?

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yeah, 51 touchdowns is the record. hes a machine on madden

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Manning and McNabb to Match Up in Super Bowl Once Again


Peyton Manning and Donovan McNabb will be matching up in the Super Bowl.

A rematch of Super Bowl XLIV, the Indianapolis Colts will be facing off against the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Colts dominated the regular season, finishing with a 15-1 record. Quarterback Peyton Manning found his way back into the record books, throwing for a record 51-touchdown passes. The Colts dominated the playoffs as well, rolling over the 13-3 New England Patriots by a score of 37-17.

Their opponents, the Philadelphia Eagles, who finished 13-3 on the year, aren't to be taken lightly. Despite barely defeating the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship, the Birds looked strong all season long, and they have confidence against the Colts because of their Super Bowl victory against them two seasons ago.

If both teams play to their full potential, this Super Bowl could be a close one.

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Baskett Comes Up One Yard Short; Colts Crowned Super Bowl Champions

Baskett Comes Up One Yard Short; Colts Crowned Super Bowl Champions

(15-1) - 21 vs. 17 - (13-3)



Recap:

In a rematch of Super Bowl XLVI, the 13-3 Philadelphia Eagles squared off against the 15-1 Indianapolis Colts in another Super Bowl that ended in dramatic fashion.

Both Donovan McNabb and Peyton Manning were picking the opposing defenses apart. In the fourth quarter Manning connected with wide receiver Anthony Gonzalez for a 29-yard score with just a minute and fourteen seconds remaining, giving Indianapolis a 21-17 lead.

McNabb was able to lead Philadelphia all the way down the field into scoring range. Wide receiver Hank Baskett, who won Super Bowl XLVI for the Eagles over the Colts, almost got a chance to do it again, but came up just a yard short, giving the Colts the Super Bowl victory.

Statistics:

Passing:
Peyton Manning- 31-39, 333 yds, 2 TD
Donovan McNabb- 27-41, 268 yds, 1 TD

Rushing:
Donald Brown- 16 Att, 52 yds, 1 TD
LeSean McCoy- 17 Att, 65 yds, 1 TD
Michael Vick- 1 Att, 26 yds

Receiving:
Reggie Wayne- 7 Rec, 62 yds
Anthony Gonzalez- 6 Rec, 69 yds, 1 TD
Dallas Clark- 5 Rec, 85 yds
DeSean Jackson- 6 Rec, 69 yds
Brent Celek- 6 Rec, 51 yds, 1 TD
Hank Baskett- 4 Rec, 54 yds

Defensive:
Jerraud Powers- 5 Tack, 1 Ast
DeShayne Tartabull- 4 Tack, 4 Ast, 1 TFL
Dwight Freeney- 4 Tack, 3 Ast, 2 TFL, 1 Sack
Sheldon Brown- 7 Tack, 2 Ast, 2 TFL, 1 Sack
Asante Samuel- 5 Tack, 3 Ast
Clint Ingram- 5 Tack, 3 Ast, 1 TFL, 1 Sack

Super Bowl MVP:


Peyton Manning

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NFL Retirements

NFL Retirements


Al Harris is one big name calling it quits this season.

Terrell Owens - Buffalo Bills - 16 years pro
Brian Dawkins - Denver Broncos - 16 years pro
Ronde Barber - Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 15 years pro
Kurt Warner - Arizona Cardinals - 14 years pro
Edgerrin James - Arizona Cardinals - 13 years pro
Amani Toomer - Kansas City Chiefs - 16 years pro
Jason Taylor - Miami Dolphins - 15 years pro
Donald Driver - Green Bay Packers - 13 years pro
Al Harris - Green Bay Packers - 14 years pro
Mike Vrabel - Oakland Raiders - 15 years pro
Ray Lewis - Baltimore Ravens - 16 years pro
London Fletcher - Washington Redskins - 14 years pro
Kerry Collins - Tennessee Titans - 17 years pro

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Eagles Re-Sign Jackson Immediately

Eagles Re-Sign Jackson Immediately


Wide receiver DeSean Jackson will be receiving a big paycheck.

The Philadelphia Eagles wasted no time locking up wide receiver DeSean Jackson. Jackson agreed to a five-year deal worth about $40.15M.

"DeSean is arguably our biggest offensive weapon," commented head coach Andy Reid. "It was very important for us to sign him right away."

The 5'9'' receiver caught a career-high 64 passes last season for 810 yards and eight touchdowns.

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Eagles Place Franchise Tag on CB Brown

Eagles Place Franchise Tag on CB Brown


Sheldon Brown recently received the franchise tag.

The Philadelphia Eagles have placed the franchise tag on cornerback Sheldon Brown. Brown will make $10.31M over the next season.

Sheldon Brown entering his 11th season, intercepted four passes for Philadelphia last year, returning one for a touchdown.