Preview: Washington at Philadelphia.

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When: 8:25 PM ET, Saturday, December 26, 2015
Where: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Washington Redskins flopped in their last bid to take control of the NFC East, but they can wrap up the division title with a victory at the visiting Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday night. Although Washington holds a one-game lead over Philadelphia and the New York Giants, the Eagles can win the NFC East with victories in their last two games.

The Redskins rebounded from a lackluster home loss to Dallas on Dec. 7 to knock off Chicago and Buffalo, posting back-to-back victories for the first time this season. Philadelphia bounced back from a three-game skid with wins over New England and Buffalo before it was demolished at home by the Arizona Cardinals 40-17 last week, putting it in a win-out situation. "I'm guaranteeing a win," Eagles defensive end Fletcher Cox said. "What am I supposed to say? That I think we're going to lose or something? No." The last three meetings have each been decided by three points, including the Redskins' 23-20 win in Week 4.

TV: 8:25 p.m. ET, NFL Network. LINE: Eagles -3. O/U: 47.5

ABOUT THE REDSKINS (7-7): Kirk Cousins is in the midst of his the best stretch of his career with a passer rating above 100 in four straight games, capped by a 153.7 mark in last week's 35-25 win over Buffalo in which he threw for 319 yards with four touchdowns and no interceptions. DeSean Jackson tuned up for his former teammates by hauling in six catches for 153 yards and a TD against the Bills; he has torched the Eagles with nine receptions for 243 yards and a score in the past two matchups. The Redskins are vulnerable to the run, ranking 28th with an average of 129.8 yards per game allowed.

ABOUT THE EAGLES (6-8): Philadelphia was pierced for at least 40 points for the third time in five games in last week's loss and its 30th-ranked run defense surrendered a staggering 230 yards to the Cardinals. After throwing only one interception in a four-game span, quarterback Sam Bradford negated a season-high 361-yard performance by getting picked off twice and losing a fumble. The soap opera that is the Eagles' running game continued as marquee free-agent acquisition DeMarco Murray had a season-low two carries for three yards and has been limited to 91 yards over the past four games.

EXTRA POINTS

1. Bradford tossed a season-high three scoring passes in the Week 4 matchup.

2. Cousins has 16 touchdown passes and three interceptions over his last eight games.

3. Eagles WR Jordan Matthews had eight receptions for 159 yards and a TD last week.



ATS Trends

Washington

Redskins are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games in Week 16. Redskins are 19-40-3 ATS vs. a team with a losing record. Redskins are 4-9 ATS in their last 13 games after accumulating more than 250 yards passing in their previous game. Redskins are 4-12 ATS in their last 16 games following a straight up win. Redskins are 5-15-2 ATS in their last 22 games after allowing more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game. Redskins are 2-6 ATS in their last 8 road games. Redskins are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games after scoring more than 30 points in their previous game. Redskins are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 Saturday games. Redskins are 2-8 ATS in their last 10 games following a ATS win. Redskins are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 road games vs. a team with a losing home record.

Philadelphia

Eagles are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games after accumulating more than 350 total yards in their previous game. Eagles are 7-15 ATS in their last 22 games after allowing more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game. Eagles are 2-5 ATS in their last 7 games in Week 16. Eagles are 4-16-1 ATS in their last 21 games after allowing more than 350 total yards in their previous game. Eagles are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 vs. NFC. Eagles are 1-4 ATS in their last 5 games on grass. Eagles are 1-5 ATS in their last 6 games after accumulating more than 250 yards passing in their previous game. Eagles are 0-8 ATS in their last 8 games following a double-digit loss at home.

OU Trends

Washington

Over is 4-0 in Redskins last 4 Saturday games. Over is 6-1 in Redskins last 7 games after scoring more than 30 points in their previous game. Over is 9-2 in Redskins last 11 games following a ATS win. Over is 4-1 in Redskins last 5 vs. a team with a losing record. Over is 4-1 in Redskins last 5 games in December. Over is 4-1 in Redskins last 5 games after accumulating more than 350 total yards in their previous game. Over is 4-1 in Redskins last 5 games after allowing more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game. Under is 6-2 in Redskins last 8 games after accumulating more than 250 yards passing in their previous game. Over is 5-2 in Redskins last 7 games on grass.

Philadelphia

Over is 4-0 in Eagles last 4 games after allowing more than 30 points in their previous game. Over is 4-0 in Eagles last 4 vs. NFC. Over is 7-0 in Eagles last 7 games after allowing more than 150 yards rushing in their previous game. Over is 5-1 in Eagles last 6 games following a double-digit loss at home. Over is 5-1 in Eagles last 6 games in December. Under is 5-1 in Eagles last 6 games after accumulating more than 250 yards passing in their previous game. Over is 4-1 in Eagles last 5 games overall. Over is 4-1 in Eagles last 5 games after accumulating more than 350 total yards in their previous game. Over is 4-1 in Eagles last 5 games following a straight up loss of more than 14 points. Over is 21-7 in Eagles last 28 games following a ATS loss. Over is 36-15-1 in Eagles last 52 games after accumulating less than 90 yards rushing in their previous game. Over is 11-5 in Eagles last 16 games after allowing more than 350 total yards in their previous game. Over is 37-18 in Eagles last 55 games following a straight up loss.

Head to Head

Underdog is 4-1 ATS in their last 5 meetings. Redskins are 6-2 ATS in their last 8 meetings in Philadelphia. Redskins are 5-2 ATS in their last 7 meetings.

 

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[h=1]Love/Hate: Berry out on Lacy

[/h]Matthew Berry just can't trust Eddie Lacy: "Here's [Lacy's] carry total the past six games: 5-22-17-5-24-11. It's all over the place, and on the road against an Arizona defense ... I don't think you can count on him to have a great game."

 

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[h=1]Two Browns players arrested

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LB Armonty Bryant, second on the team in sacks, won't play Sunday after he and practice squad player De'Ante Saunders were arrested Friday after a traffic stop. The State Highway Patrol said Saunders was cited for driving under the influence. Patrol spokesman Lt. Craig Cvetan also said a gun was confiscated from Saunders' car

 

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[h=1]Plenty on the line in New York Sunday

[/h]Sunday's matchup between the Patriots and the Jets could have plenty of playoff implications. New England could lock up the AFC's top seed, while simultaneously eliminating its divisional rival.

 

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Four hours before they leave for Denver, the Bengals take part in a walkthrough. Tyler Eifert, still under protocol, working on the side.

 

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With Texans quarterback Brian Hoyer not yet cleared, Brandon Weeden is set to start. If the Texans get a similar performance out of Weeden as they did in Indianapolis when he led the team to its first victory there, they should be able to win Sunday. Titans backup Zach Mettenberger has not fared well against the Texans with a Total QBR of 15.1 in three starts.

 

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Panthers quarterback Cam Newton is back in Charlotte for final walk thru before the team leaves for Atlanta. Newton left Thursday's practice early to handle a family issue that coach Ron Rivera said was nothing negative.

 

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Encouraging signs for Seahawks WR Doug Baldwin (hamstring) and DE Michael Bennett (toe). Both players are listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the St. Louis Rams, but they were full practice participants on Friday for the first time this week.

 

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[h=1]Texans will start Brandon Weeden3h
[/h]Houston QB Brian Hoyer is still in NFL concussion protocol (his second concussion in less than a month) and won't start Sunday against the Titans, according to ESPN's Tania Ganguli and multiple reports. Weeden will start in his place, becoming the team's 4th starting QB this season.

 

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As first reported by Pro Football Talk, the Patriots have informed WR Leonard Hankerson that he is being waived today, a source confirms. Hankerson was claimed on waivers on Dec. 16 after Atlanta waived him off injured reserve. He served as the No. 4 WR in last Sunday's win over the Titans and played 10 snaps.

 

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Cardinals coach Bruce Arians on RB Andre Ellington: “He’s fine. He practiced full speed two days in a row now.”

 

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Patriots play Grinch, make Christmas


After playing a career-high 17 offensive snaps two weeks ago, TE Asante Cleveland was waived today by the Patriots. New England signed DB Troy Hill from Cincinnati.

 

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At Broncos practice Saturday, both T.J. Ward and Darian Stewart were on the field and participating. Quarterback Peyton Manning, who had a throwing session earlier Saturday morning, and safety Omar Bolden were not on the field during the open period.

 

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Jets injury report for Sunday: The Jets are remarkably healthy for their showdown against the Patriots. LB David Harris (back) is probable. WR Quincy Enunwa (neck) is questionable. Both were limited today in practice. Enunwa is likely to play. CB Dee Milliner (hamstring) missed practice again and is listed as doubtful. CB Dex McDougle, who tweaked an ankle yesterday in practice, was full in practice and is probable.

 

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Nose tackle Paul Soliai gave all the Falcons defensive linemen custom-made black robes with name and number on the back. Spent close to 4K.

 

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Here is the 49ers' status report for Sunday's game at the Detroit Lions...OUT: LG Alex Boone (knee), RB Shaun Draughn (knee), OL Marcus Martin (concussion), ILB Michael Wilhoite (ankle)PROBABLE: DT Arik Armstead (shoulder), ILB NaVorro Bowman (shoulder/finger), CB Tramaine Brock (hamstring), OLB Ahmad Brooks (shoulder/back), DT Quinton Dial (shoulder), OLB Eli Harold (shoulder/hamstring), CB Dontae Johnson (ankle), OLB Aaron Lynch (concussion), RT Erik Pears (knee), WR Torrey Smith (back/foot), LT Joe Staley (knee), SS Jaquiski Tartt (knee)

 

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Titans added TE Delanie Walker (hamstring), WR Harry Douglas (ankle) to injury report as they were limited. WR Kendall Wright, SS Da'Norris Searcy, NT Sammie Hill were also limited. All are probable. QB Marcus Mariota (knee) is out as they've said since Monday.

 

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The Chiefs listed Tamba Hali, who has a broken thumb, as questionable for Sunday's game against the Browns. Hali didn't practice this week. Their other top pass rusher, Justin Houston, will not play against the Browns because of an injured knee.