The 2007 Philadelphia Eagles season will see the team try to improve upon its 10-6 record in 2006, and defend their NFC East title. This season will also mark the 75th Anniversary of the Eagles franchise. Image File history File links Soccerball_current_event. ... For the football (soccer) player, see Andy Reid (footballer). ... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... The 2006 Philadelphia Eagles season began with the team trying to improve on their 6-10 record in 2005. ... The 2007 season of the National Football League (NFL) is the 88th season played by the major professional American football league in the United States. ... City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Team colors Midnight Green, Black, White, and Silver Head Coach Andy Reid Owner Jeffrey Lurie General manager Tom Heckert (official) Andy Reid (de facto) Fight song Fly, Eagles Fly Mascot Swoop League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1933–present) Eastern Division (1933-1949) American Conference (1950-1952... This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ...

Offseason

After returning to the top of the NFC East in 2006, it was an offseason of controversial transactions for the Eagles. The fates of quarterback Jeff Garcia and wide receiver Donte' Stallworth were the two immediate questions facing the Eagles after the season ended. Ultimately, the team decided to keep neither of them. The Eagles signed A.J. Feeley to a three-year contract to be the backup quarterback, allowing Garcia to sign with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in March 2007. A week later, Stallworth inked a deal with the New England Patriots. The 2006 season of the National Football League (NFL) was the 87th one played by the major professional American football league in the United States. ... Jeffrey Jason Garcia (born February 24, 1970 in Gilroy, California) is a Mexican American professional quarterback currently employed by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. ... {{NFL player |Image= |DateOfBirth=November 10, 1980 (age 26) |Birthplace= Sacramento, CA |College=Tennessee |Position=Wide Receiver |DraftedYear=2002 |DraftedRound=1/ Pick 13 |ProBowls= |NFL=302227 |DatabaseFootball=STALLDON02 |years=2002–2005 2006 2007 |teams=New Orleans Saints Philadelphia Eagles Stallworth was born and raised in Sacramento, California. ... Adam Joshua Feeley (born May 16, 1977 in Caldwell, Idaho) is an American football quarterback who plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... This May 2007 does not cite any references or sources. ... City Foxborough, Massachusetts Other nicknames The Pats Team colors Nautical Blue, New Century Silver, Red, and White Head Coach Bill Belichick Owner Robert Kraft General manager Bill Belichick (de facto) Mascot Pat Patriot League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960–69) Eastern Division (1960–69) National Football League (1970–present...

Philadelphia filled the new hole in the receiving corps by signing free agent Kevin Curtis from St. Louis Rams. They then made a trade with the Buffalo Bills on March 26, 2007, ^[1] sending longtime defensive tackle Darwin Walker to the Bills in exchange for Takeo Spikes to provide much-needed linebacker help, and backup quarterback Kelly Holcomb. For Kevin Curtis, the safety, see Kevin Curtis (football safety). ... The Gateway Arch, shown here behind the Old Courthouse, is the most recognizable part of the St. ... For other uses, see Buffalo Bills (disambiguation). ... March 26 is the 85th day of the year (86th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... Darwin Jamar Walker (born June 15, 1977) is an American football defensive lineman for the Buffalo Bills of the National Football League. ... Takeo Gerard Spikes (born December 17, 1976 in Sandersville, Georgia) is an American football linebacker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... Bryan Kelly Holcomb (born July 9, 1973 in Fayetteville, Tennessee) is a quarterback in American football who plays for the Buffalo Bills. ...

In the draft, the Eagles traded down, selecting University of Houston quarterback Kevin Kolb in the second round. The selection of Kolb sent a signal that the Eagles were looking towards a point in the future past Donovan McNabb, who had missed significant time in the three of the past five seasons. For other system schools, see University of Houston System. ... Kevin Benjamin Kolb (born August 24, 1984 in Victoria, Texas) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ...

In training camp and the preseason, McNabb, wearing a knee brace, showed that he had recovered from his knee surgery and was ready to go. He stated, as he did the season before, that the team was capable of reaching the Super Bowl. He was stunned when Eagles' management decided to cut veteran middle linebacker Jeremiah Trotter on August 21. ^[2] The winning Super Bowl team receives the Vince Lombardi Trophy. ... Jeremiah Trotter (born January 20, 1977 in Hooks, Texas) is an American football linebacker in the NFL. On August 21, 2007, he was released by the Philadelphia Eagles, making him a free agent. ...

The talk of the preseason turned out to be the booming punts of Australian rules football import Saverio Rocca. The Aussie outbooted veteran Dirk Johnson to earn the starting job. High marking is a key skill and spectacular attribute of Australian rules football Precise field and goal kicking using the oval shaped ball is the key skill in Australian rules football Australian rules football, also known as Australian football, Aussie rules, or simply football or footy is a code of... Saverio Sav Rocca (born November 20, 1973) is a former Australian rules footballer and current American football player for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Dirk Johnson is a National Football League punter for the Philadelphia Eagles. ...

2007 Schedule

Pre-Season

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Regular Season

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A bye is when a player or team is allowed to advance to the next round of a playoff tournament without playing. ... is the 287th day of the year (288th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... City East Rutherford, New Jersey Other nicknames Gang Green, the Green and White, Jersey Jets Team colors Hunter green and white Head Coach Eric Mangini Owner Woody Johnson General manager Mike Tannenbaum League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960-1969) Eastern Division (1960-1969) National Football League (1970–present) American... Giants Stadium, frequently referred to as The Meadowlands, is the home stadium for the New York Giants and New York Jets football teams of the NFL, and the Red Bull New York soccer team of MLS. It is located in East Rutherford, New Jersey in the Meadowlands Sports Complex, which... is the 294th day of the year (295th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... City Chicago, Illinois Other nicknames Da Bears, The Monsters of the Midway Team colors Navy Blue and Orange Head Coach Lovie Smith Owner Virginia Halas McCaskey Chairman Michael McCaskey General manager Jerry Angelo Fight song Bear Down, Chicago Bears Mascot Staley Da Bear League/Conference affiliations Independent (1919) National Football... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... is the 301st day of the year (302nd in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 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City Irving, Texas Other nicknames Americas Team, The Boys Team colors Silver, Navy Blue Head Coach Wade Phillips Owner Jerry Jones General manager Jerry Jones League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1960–present) Northern Conference (1960) Eastern Conference (1961-1966) Capitol Division (1967-1969) National Football Conference (1970-present... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... is the 315th day of the year (316th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... For other uses, see Redskins (disambiguation). ... 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City Seattle, Washington Team colors Pacific Blue, Navy Blue, Neon Green, White Head Coach Mike Holmgren Owner Paul Allen General manager Tim Ruskell Mascot Blitz, and Taima the hawk League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1976–present) American Football Conference (1977-2001) AFC West (1977-2001) National Football Conference (1976... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... is the 343rd day of the year (344th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... This article is about the current National Football League team. ... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ... is the 350th day of the year (351st in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... 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City New Orleans, Louisiana Team colors Old Gold, Black, and White Head Coach Sean Payton Owner Tom Benson and Rita Benson LeBlanc General manager Mickey Loomis Mascot Gumbo the dog League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1967–present) Eastern Conference (1967-1969) Capitol Division (1967; 1969) Century Division (1968) National... Superdome redirects here. ... is the 364th day of the year (365th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) is the current year, a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar and the AD/CE era in the 21st century. ... For other uses, see Buffalo Bills (disambiguation). ... Lincoln Financial Field, familiarly known as The Linc, is the home stadium of the National Football Leagues Philadelphia Eagles. ...

Regular season

Week 1: at Green Bay Packers

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Sloppy punt returns hurt the Eagles in their season opener against Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers. After Green Bay's first drive, Philadelphia return man Greg Lewis dropped the punt which resulted in a fumble recovery in the end zone for the Packers. A 53-yard Green Bay field goal put the Eagles in a 10-0 deficit. Sheldon Brown's interception led to a field goal in the second quarter. Jason Avant's nine-yard touchdown reception from Donovan McNabb tied the game, and in the third quarter, David Akers made his second field goal from 47-yards out to make it 13-10 Philadelphia. Favre responded with a 13-play field goal drive to even the score. Later, J.R. Reed muffed a punt and the Packers recovered at the Eagles 31-yard line and Mason Crosby kicked a 42-yard game winner. Brian Westbrook had 131 all-purpose yards and Avant had three catches for 54 yards and a touchdown. The defense collected four sacks, two turnovers, and only allowed 46 rushing yards. Brett Hillbilly Favre (pronounced Farv, born on October 10, 1969 in Gulfport, Mississippi [1]) is an American football player, currently starting quarterback for the Green Bay Packers of the National Football League (NFL). ... Packers redirects here. ... Gregory Alan Lewis, Jr. ... Sheldon Dion Brown (born March 19, 1979 in Lancaster, South Carolina) is an American football cornerback who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Jason Avant (born April 20, 1983) is a wide receiver for the Michigan Wolverines football team, who will be entering the 2006 NFL Draft. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... J.R. Reed is a National Football League Defensive Safety for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Mason Walker Crosby (born September 3, 1984 in Lubbock, Texas), is an American college football placekicker for the University of Colorado at Boulder. ... For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ...

Week 2: vs. Washington Redskins

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Playing their home opener on Monday Night Football, the Eagles dropped a 20-12 decision to the Washington Redskins. A long reception by Santana Moss led to a first quarter field goal for the Redskins. The Eagles responded with a pair of David Akers field goals in the second quarter to take a 6-3 lead. With nine seconds remaining in the half, Washington quarterback Jason Campbell passed to Chris Cooley in the end zone for a touchdown and Redskin lead. The teams traded field goals in the third quarter, and Clinton Portis rushed for a six-yard touchdown early in the final quarter to make it 20-9. Donovan McNabb drove the Eagles to a field goal to bring them within eight points. On their last series, the Eagles got to the Washington nine-yard line, but the drive stalled there, preserving the Redskin victory. McNabb threw for 240 yards, Brian Westbrook had 162 all-purpose yards, and Akers connected on four field goals. Monday Night Football (MNF) is a live television broadcast of the National Football League. ... For other uses, see Redskins (disambiguation). ... Santana Terrell Moss (born June 1, 1979 in Miami, Florida) is an American football player who currently plays wide receiver for the Washington Redskins of the NFL. // Moss played high school football at Miami Carol City Senior High and then at the University of Miami, where he broke the school... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Jason Campbell (born December 31, 1981 in Laurel, Mississippi, USA) is an American football quarterback of the Washington Redskins. ... Chris Cooley (born July 11, 1982 in Powell, Wyoming) is an American football Tight End (H-back in the 2005 season) currently playing for the Washington Redskins. ... Clinton Earl Portis (born September 1, 1981 in Laurel, Mississippi) is an American football running back. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ...

Week 3: vs. Detroit Lions

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Attired in their throwback uniforms of yellow and baby blue, the Eagles won their first game, a 56-21 rout of the Detroit Lions. The offense scored touchdowns on their first five possessions. Brian Westbrook ran for a 25-yard rushing touchdown three minutes into the game. The Lions tied the score, but the Eagles came right back with another Westbrook rushing score. Then, Donovan McNabb and receiver Kevin Curtis hooked up on 68-yard touchdown pass. Early in the second quarter, McNabb passed to Curtis again, this time for a 12-yard score and a 28-7 Eagles lead. A few minutes later, McNabb found Curtis for a 43-yard touchdown pass, Curtis's third touchdown in a seven minute span. Jon Kitna attempted to rally the Lions, throwing two second quarter touchdown passes, but McNabb fed Westbrook a short pass that went for a 43-yard touchdown, making it 42-21. The Philadelphia defense tightened up in the second half, while Correll Buckhalter and Tony Hunt added short rushing touchdowns for the Eagles. McNabb, who had a perfect quarterback rating and did most of his damage in the first half, was 21 for 26 with 381 passing yards and four touchdowns. Curtis caught eleven passes for 221 yards and three scores. Westbrook had over 100 yards both rushing and receiving, with two rushing touchdowns and one receiving touchdown. Defensively, the Eagles recorded eight sacks. City Detroit, Michigan Team colors Honolulu Blue, Silver, and Black Head Coach Rod Marinelli Owner William Clay Ford, Sr. ... For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... For Kevin Curtis, the safety, see Kevin Curtis (football safety). ... Jon Kitna (born September 21, 1972 in Tacoma, Washington) is an American football player at the quarterback position in the National Football League for the Detroit Lions. ... Correll Buckhalter is a National Football League Running back for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... For the Canadian First Nations artist, see Tony Hunt (artist). ...

Week 4: at New York Giants

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The New York Giants tied an NFL record with twelve sacks as they dealt the Eagles a 16-3 loss. Philadelphia entered the game with five starters out due to injury, including running back Brian Westbrook. Penalties, sacks, and the absence of Westbrook stymied the offense, which scored 56 points last week, throughout the first three quarters. The Giants took the lead on a touchdown reception by Plaxico Burress in the second quarter. A botched handoff lead to a defensive touchdown for Kawika Mitchell and a 16-0 New York lead. David Akers' 53-yard field goal in the fourth quarter allowed the Eagles to avoid a shutout. Osi Umenyiora had six of the Giants' sacks. Correll Buckhalter rushed for 103 yards in the defeat. The loss drops Philadelphia to 1-3, their worst start since 1999, as they entered their bye week. For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ... Plaxico Burress (born August 12, 1977 in Norfolk, Virginia) is an American Football wide receiver for the National Football League New York Giants. ... Kawika Uilani Mitchell (born October 10, 1979 in Winter Springs, Florida) is a National Football League linebacker for the New York Giants. ... Ositadinma Osi Umenyiora (born November 16, 1981 in London, England) is an American football defensive end in the NFL for the New York Giants. ... Correll Buckhalter is a National Football League Running back for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... The 1999 NFL season was the 80th regular season of the National Football League. ...

Week 6: at New York Jets

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Coming off of their bye week, the Eagles returned to the Meadowlands and beat the throwback-cladded New York Jets 16-9. A 36-yard gain by Thomas Jones helped set up a short field goal by Mike Nugent on New York's opening drive. On third and long on the Eagles' ensuing possesion, Donovan McNabb connected with Kevin Curtis, who shook free from a tackle and scored on a 75-yard reception. In the second quarter, David Akers kicked a 22-yard field goal to make it 10-3 Eagles. After the Jets narrowed it to 10-6, the Eagles embarked on a 16-play drive that ended on an Akers' field goal miss. Just before halftime, Akers missed again wide right. He made a pair of shorter field goals in the third quarter to stretch Philadelphia's lead to 16-6. A Mcnabb interception gave the Jets the ball inside the Eagles' red zone, but New York came away with only a field goal, leaving them down by a touchdown. On their next possession, late in the fourth quarter, the Jets managed to get a 2nd and 1 situation at the Eagles' four yard-line. The Philadelphia defense held and the Eagles came away with a 16-9 victory. Brian Westbrook had 120 rushing yards and Curtis had 121 receiving yards with a touchdown. Mcnabb had 278 passing yards and Akers was three for five in the field goal department. The Eagles' record went to 2-3, as well as going 9-0 coming off a bye-week under coach Reid. Giants Stadium, frequently referred to as The Meadowlands, is the home stadium for the New York Giants and New York Jets football teams of the NFL, and the Red Bull New York soccer team of MLS. It is located in East Rutherford, New Jersey in the Meadowlands Sports Complex, which... City East Rutherford, New Jersey Other nicknames Gang Green, the Green and White, Jersey Jets Team colors Hunter green and white Head Coach Eric Mangini Owner Woody Johnson General manager Mike Tannenbaum League/Conference affiliations American Football League (1960-1969) Eastern Division (1960-1969) National Football League (1970–present) American... Thomas Quinn Jones (born August 19, 1978 in Big Stone Gap, Virginia) is an American football running back for the New York Jets. ... Mike Nugent (born March 2, 1982 in Centerville, Ohio) is an American football placekicker for the New York Jets of the NFL. He was selected with the 15th pick of the second round of the 2005 NFL Draft out of the Ohio State University. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... For Kevin Curtis, the safety, see Kevin Curtis (football safety). ... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ...

Week 7: vs. Chicago Bears

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The Bears traveled to Philadelphia to take on the Eagles. The game was a defensive struggle throughout and a field goal fest through the first three quarters. Eagles kick David Akers connected on field goals of 24, 33, and 37. Bears kicker Robbie Gould hit on field goals of 31, 22, 41, and 45 respectively. The Bears held a three point lead late until Eagles quarterback Donovan McNabb threw a touchdown strike to tight end Matt Schobel to give the Eagles a 16-12 lead. Eagles punter Sav Rocca pinned the Bears deep in their own territory with under two minutes remaining, leaving the Bears to have to cover 97 yards if they wished to take the lead. Bears quarterback Brian Griese marched the team down the field and capped off the drive with a 15 yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad with nine seconds remaining. The Eagles fell short on their final opportunity, and fell to 2-4. For other uses, see Philadelphia (disambiguation) and Philly. ... City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Team colors Midnight Green, Black, White, and Silver Head Coach Andy Reid Owner Jeffrey Lurie General manager Tom Heckert (official) Andy Reid (de facto) Fight song Fly, Eagles Fly Mascot Swoop League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1933–present) Eastern Division (1933-1949) American Conference (1950-1952... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Robert Paul Gould, III (pronounced Gōld) (born December 6, 1982) is an American football kicker for the Chicago Bears of the NFL. He was signed as an undrafted free agent out of Penn State University by the New England Patriots. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... Cincinnati Bengals tight end Matt Schobel. ... Saverio Sav Rocca (born November 20, 1973) is a former Australian rules footballer and current American football player for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... Brian David Griese (born March 18, 1975 in Miami, Florida) is an American football quarterback for the Chicago Bears of the NFL. He is the son of former NFL great Bob Griese of the Miami Dolphins. ... Muhsin Muhammad, II (born Melvin Campbell on May 5, 1973) is an American Football player who currently plays wide receiver for the Chicago Bears of the NFL. // Muhammad was born in Lansing, Michigan. ...

Week 8: at Minnesota Vikings

at Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Minneapolis, Minnesota The entrance The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, usually simply called The Metrodome or The Dome, and often nicknamed the Homerdome (even though in reality it is no friendlier to the long ball than average[3]), is a domed sports stadium in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. ... “Minneapolis” redirects here. ...

Coming off a last-second home loss to the Bears, the Eagles flew to the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome for a Week 8 intraconference duel with the Minnesota Vikings. For this game, head coach Andy Reid would go up against his former mentee, Minnesota Head Coach Brad Childress. The entrance The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, usually simply called The Metrodome or The Dome, and often nicknamed the Homerdome (even though in reality it is no friendlier to the long ball than average[3]), is a domed sports stadium in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. ... City Minneapolis, Minnesota Other nicknames The Vikes, The Purple People Eaters Team colors Purple, Gold, and White Head Coach Brad Childress Owner Zygi Wilf General manager Rob Brzezinski Fight song Skol, Vikings Mascot Viktor the Viking League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1961–present) Western Conference (1961-1969) Central Division... For the football (soccer) player, see Andy Reid (footballer). ... Brad Childress (born June 27, 1956 in Aurora, Illinois, USA) is a professional American football coach. ...

In the first quarter, Philadelphia trailed early as Vikings QB Kelly Holcomb (whom the Eagles traded to Minnesota after receiving him in a trade with Buffalo) threw a 9-yard TD pass to TE Visanthe Shiancoe. Philadelphia would respond with kicker David Akers getting a 20-yard field goal. In the second quarter, the Eagles took the lead with RB Brian Westbrook catching a 6-yard TD pass from QB Donovan McNabb, along with getting a 1-yard TD run. Minnesota would respond with kicker Ryan Longwell getting a 39-yard field goal. Bryan Kelly Holcomb (born July 9, 1973 in Fayetteville, Tennessee) is a quarterback in American football who plays for the Buffalo Bills. ... This article needs to be wikified. ... David Roy Akers (born December 9, 1974, in Lexington, Kentucky) is an American football placekicker who currently plays for the Philadelphia Eagles. ... For the defensive back, see Bryant Westbrook. ... Donovan Jamal McNabb (born November 25, 1976 in Chicago, Illinois) is an American football quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles of the National Football League. ... • Position: Kicker • Height, weight: 6-0, 199 • Age: 28 • Experience: 7 • College: California • Acquired: Waivers from 49ers, 1997 • Last season: Played in all 16 games. ...

In the third quarter, Philadelphia increased its lead with Akers kicking a 27-yard field goal, while Longwell gave the Vikings a 32-yard field goal. In the fourth quarter, Minnesota drew closer with Longwell kicking a 48-yard field goal. Fortunately, Akers gave the Eagles the final points of the game as he nailed a 25-yard field goal.

With the win, Philadelphia improved to 3-4.

Week 9: vs. Dallas Cowboys

Division standings

This article or section does not cite its references or sources. ... City Irving, Texas Other nicknames Americas Team, The Boys Team colors Silver, Navy Blue Head Coach Wade Phillips Owner Jerry Jones General manager Jerry Jones League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1960–present) Northern Conference (1960) Eastern Conference (1961-1966) Capitol Division (1967-1969) National Football Conference (1970-present... This article is about the current National Football League team. ... For other uses, see Redskins (disambiguation). ... City Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Team colors Midnight Green, Black, White, and Silver Head Coach Andy Reid Owner Jeffrey Lurie General manager Tom Heckert (official) Andy Reid (de facto) Fight song Fly, Eagles Fly Mascot Swoop League/Conference affiliations National Football League (1933–present) Eastern Division (1933-1949) American Conference (1950-1952...

References

1. ^ Eagles, Bills agree to trade
2. ^ Stunned McNabb seeking answers