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WASHINGTON — Before the Washington Redskins began practice and the installation of their game plan for the Philadelphia Eagles, they gathered for their weekly team meeting.
Coach Mike Shanahan can’t hide from last year’s debacle against the Eagles. But he certainly didn’t want his players dwelling on it.
Just like last year, the Redskins meet the Eagles coming out of a bye week, which means they essentially had an extra week to rest, study and prepare. They’re hoping for a different result this time. Last November, the Eagles came to FedEx Field and dismembered the Redskins, 59-28, in one of the worst losses in Washington history.
But on Wednesday morning, with players filling most of the seats in the team’s auditorium, Shanahan wanted them to know that the group of players embarrassed on “Monday Night Football” last November is no more.
“We’ve got a totally different football team,” linebacker London Fletcher said. “It’s just not the same team.”
Twenty-two players on this year’s 53-man roster were not a part of the roster during last year’s loss. The Redskins enter Sunday’s game with five new starters on defense and three new starters on offense. Shanahan says it’s easy to move past the pain of last year’s defeat when so many in the locker room have no recollection of it.
“That’s a huge amount,” Shanahan said. “Take a look at free agency, take a look at the draft, you think about half the people weren’t even associated with that game a year ago.”
Those who were around won’t soon forget, though, what happened when Michael Vick and the Eagles last came to town.
“When we think of the Eagles, we think of that game,” linebacker Brian Orakpo said.
In retrospect, the game was marred before the coin flip. Worse than the pregame skirmish between Redskins safety LaRon Landry and Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson: The Redskins announced a contract extension for quarterback Donovan McNabb before kickoff. After that night, he would appear in only four more games for Washington.
Philadelphia scored on its first play from scrimmage, an 88-yard touchdown strike from Vick to Jackson. It got worse from there. At the end of the first quarter, the Eagles were up 28-0, the biggest first-quarter lead by any NFL road team in at least a half-century. The Redskins hadn’t even managed a first down.
“Philly did anything they wanted. . . . They could have scored 100 on us in that game,” Redskins defensive coordinator Jim Haslett said.
Philadelphia scored touchdowns on each of its first five possessions and kept pounding. Before it was over, the Eagles had set team records for the most yards (592) and first-half points (45). It marked the second-most points allowed in Redskins franchise history. No NFL team had allowed more points, in fact, since 1989. The 45 first-half points allowed by the Redskins tied a franchise record, and Philadelphia’s 59 points scored were the most ever allowed by a Shanahan-coached team.
“I’m trying to get that out of my mind,” Shanahan said.
To that end, after mentioning the drubbing in the Wednesday morning meeting, the Redskins have spent no time dwelling on it. Teams often rely on film of past games to help prepare for an opponent. This week the Redskins studied the Eagles’ first five games of this season. There was no point in going back to the 59-28 game.
While the Redskins feature different personnel this season, so do the Eagles. Six defensive starters are new, as are three offensive starters, all along the offensive line.
The pieces that return are still dangerous, though they’ve had their struggles this season. Last year at FedEx Field, Vick became the first player in NFL history with at least 300 yards passing, 50 yards rushing, four passing touchdowns and two rushing touchdowns in a single game. This season Vick has already thrown a league-worst nine interceptions while he and his teammates have combined for six lost fumbles, also an NFL high.
Philadelphia brings a 1-4 record into Sunday’s game and the division-leading Redskins need only consult the standings to know that, 11 months later, they’re dealing with a different Eagles team. More importantly to them, the Eagles will have a different Redskins squad on their hands, as well.
“No one likes to be embarrassed like we were last year,” tight end Chris Cooley said. “Half our team, half the locker room right now, wasn’t a part of that game. So you can definitely talk about it, but we’re both two different teams.”
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Notes:
Cornerback DeAngelo Hall was listed as questionable for Sunday’s game because of a knee injury that limited him in practice on Friday.
Also listed as questionable were running back Tim Hightower (shoulder), tight end Chris Cooley (knee), wide receiver Anthony Armstrong (hamstring) and cornerback Phillip Buchanon (neck).
On the Eagles’ injury report, defensive end Trent Cole (calf) and tackle Jason Peters (hamstring) both have been ruled out.

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The Washington Redskins look to retain their lead in the NFC East this Sunday when they host the struggling Philadelphia Eagles at Fed Ex Field. The Redskins will enter the Week 6 showdown rested and in fairly good shape injury-wise following their bye week. As for Philadelphia, here’s the good news on the injury front. The following long list of banged up players participated fully in Thursday’s practice:

safety Nate Allen (knee), wide receiver Jason Avant (hip), tackle Winston Justice (knee), safety Jarrad Page (stinger), wide receiver Steve Smith (knee), defensive end Darryl Tapp (pectoral) and guard Julian Vandervelde (elbow)

Defensive end Trent Cole sat out Thursday’s practice though due to a calf injury.  Juqua Parker, also a defensive end, was limited this afternoon after taking Wednesday off to nurse an ankle injury.

The injury bug extends to the Eagles’ offense as well, most notably along the offensive line. T Jason Peters missed his second consecutive day with an ailing hamstring. He is considered doubtful for Sunday. King Dunlap, who wasn’t on Wednesday’s injury report, was forced to sit Thursday out with a back problem. That presents the possibility of Eagles having just two tackles active this Sunday.

The big question mark and cause for concern though is the status of Cullen Jenkins. The defensive tackle returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out Wednesday’s session with a triceps injury. Jenkins reportedly expressed confidence that he’ll be able to suit up against the ‘Skins on Sunday. We’ll have more information on Jenkins shortly.

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St. Mary Medical Center and 1490 WBCB AM hosted Philadelphia
Eagles Day with Merrill Reese, voice of the Philadelphia Eagles,
featuring former Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro linebacker in the
hospital’s cafeteria on Wednesday afternoon.

The annual event gives colleagues, patients, and visitors a
chance to meet Merrill Reese and receive autographed photos and
play Eagles trivia to win prizes.

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Fox 29 has learned that Michael Vick postponed his Oprah Winfrey interview after the Philadelphia Eagles voiced objections.

Vick was scheduled to tape an extended interview with Winfrey to air on February 24.

But Vick issued a statement on Wednesday that he would not appear on Winfrey’s show. A source told Fox 29 that decision was made at the Eagles’ request.

The Eagles placed the franchise tag on Vick on Tuesday, meaning he will get an estimated payday between $16 million and $20 million next season in a one-year deal with the Eagles.

An “Oprah” show spokesman said Wednesday representatives of the NFL star called late Tuesday – the same day he received the franchise tag – to cancel his appearance for “personal reasons.”
Vick then issued a statement confirming it was his idea to cancel his appearance.

“After careful consideration, I will need to postpone the taping of the Oprah Winfrey interview scheduled for February 22,” he said. “I admire and respect Oprah and hope to be able to participate in an interview in the future.”

The interview was to cover Vick’s time in prison, his work with the Humane Society and his return to the NFL.
 

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Fox 29 has learned that Michael Vick postponed his Oprah Winfrey interview after the Philadelphia Eagles voiced objections.

Vick was scheduled to tape an extended interview with Winfrey to air on February 24.

But Vick issued a statement on Wednesday that he would not appear on Winfrey’s show. A source told Fox 29 that decision was made at the Eagles’ request.

The Eagles placed the franchise tag on Vick on Tuesday, meaning he will get an estimated payday between $16 million and $20 million next season in a one-year deal with the Eagles.

An “Oprah” show spokesman said Wednesday representatives of the NFL star called late Tuesday – the same day he received the franchise tag – to cancel his appearance for “personal reasons.”
Vick then issued a statement confirming it was his idea to cancel his appearance.

“After careful consideration, I will need to postpone the taping of the Oprah Winfrey interview scheduled for February 22,” he said. “I admire and respect Oprah and hope to be able to participate in an interview in the future.”

The interview was to cover Vick’s time in prison, his work with the Humane Society and his return to the NFL.
 

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Fox 29 has learned that Michael Vick postponed his Oprah Winfrey interview after the Philadelphia Eagles voiced objections.

Vick was scheduled to tape an extended interview with Winfrey to air on February 24.

But Vick issued a statement on Wednesday that he would not appear on Winfrey’s show. A source told Fox 29 that decision was made at the Eagles’ request.

The Eagles placed the franchise tag on Vick on Tuesday, meaning he will get an estimated payday between $16 million and $20 million next season in a one-year deal with the Eagles.

An “Oprah” show spokesman said Wednesday representatives of the NFL star called late Tuesday – the same day he received the franchise tag – to cancel his appearance for “personal reasons.”
Vick then issued a statement confirming it was his idea to cancel his appearance.

“After careful consideration, I will need to postpone the taping of the Oprah Winfrey interview scheduled for February 22,” he said. “I admire and respect Oprah and hope to be able to participate in an interview in the future.”

The interview was to cover Vick’s time in prison, his work with the Humane Society and his return to the NFL.
 

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Fox 29 has learned that Michael Vick postponed his Oprah Winfrey interview after the Philadelphia Eagles voiced objections.

Vick was scheduled to tape an extended interview with Winfrey to air on February 24.

But Vick issued a statement on Wednesday that he would not appear on Winfrey’s show. A source told Fox 29 that decision was made at the Eagles’ request.

The Eagles placed the franchise tag on Vick on Tuesday, meaning he will get an estimated payday between $16 million and $20 million next season in a one-year deal with the Eagles.

An “Oprah” show spokesman said Wednesday representatives of the NFL star called late Tuesday – the same day he received the franchise tag – to cancel his appearance for “personal reasons.”
Vick then issued a statement confirming it was his idea to cancel his appearance.

“After careful consideration, I will need to postpone the taping of the Oprah Winfrey interview scheduled for February 22,” he said. “I admire and respect Oprah and hope to be able to participate in an interview in the future.”

The interview was to cover Vick’s time in prison, his work with the Humane Society and his return to the NFL.
 

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The Philadelphia Eagles stayed on their staff, but went to the other side of the ball, to find the next defensive coordinator.

The team announced Wednesday that Juan Castillo, its longtime offensive line coach, will take over for the recently fired Sean McDermott.

The Philadelphia Eagles promoted longtime offensive line coach Juan Castillo to defensive coordinator Wednesday.

Castillo has been with the Eagles for 16 years and has been the offensive line coach for 13 seasons.

Although his coaching experience is on offense, Castillo played linebacker in college and the United States Football League.

The Eagles made one other hire Wednesday, bringing Howard Mudd – a well-respected NFL offensive line coach – out of retirement to take over Castillo’s old duties.

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Published: Dec. 22, 2010 at 4:17 PM

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Philadelphia Eagles rookie defensive end Brandon Graham underwent successful surgery Wednesday to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) – Philadelphia Eagles rookie defensive end Brandon Graham underwent successful surgery Wednesday to repair the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee.

The operation was performed by noted surgeon Dr. James Andrews.

According to head coach Andy Reid, Graham, along with safety Nate Allen, who had surgery Tuesday to repair a torn patellar tendon in his right leg, will soon begin rehabilitation on their respective injuries.

Graham, who was taken 13th overall in this year’s draft out of Michigan, suffered his injury in Week 14′s 30-27 win at Dallas.

In 13 games, including six starts, Graham registered three sacks and 13 total tackles in his rookie campaign.

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