Eagles-Falcons: Philadelphia Looks for Third-Straight Win in Atlanta

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Published: December 3, 2009

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... in a game where both teams are looking for a win to stay in the NFC playoff hunt.

While the Eagles' offense has struggled the last two weeks, they still have managed to come away with victories over the Chicago Bears and Washington Redskins. However, there are a few factors that will come into play that could make a difference on whether or not the Eagles can hold on to that No. 5 seed in the NFC and leave Atlanta 8-4.

DeSean Jackson Concussion

The last thing the Philadelphia Eagles needed was another injury on offense. With running back Brian Westbrook still recovering from his second concussion of the season, the Eagles may be without their top threat at wide receiver in DeSean Jackson, who suffered the same injury last weekend against the Washington Redskins.

Jackson left in the third quarter after a hit from Redskins cornerback Justin Tryon on a six-yard reception. He finished with two receptions for 41 yards before heading to the lo...

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