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Wednesday, October 16
Updated: October 18, 2:25 PM ET
 
Playoff Implications

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It's a huge weekend in the NFC and it's topped with the Eagles hosting the Bucs (4:15, ET). In his weekly First ... And 10, ESPN.com's John Clayton says there will be a playoff atmosphere in Philly on Sunday. For the Bucs, it is a chance to erase the memory of two straight playoff collapses in Philaldelphia. The game could also have big implication in terms of homefield advantage in the playoffs, writes Len Pasquarelli. Another interesting subplot is that the game features two coaches schooled in the West Coast offense.

  • Focal point: McNabb vs. Sapp | Game plan
  • West Coast offense: History | Pros and cons | Defending it
  • Young: West Coast can be a QBs best friend
  • Question of the Week: Best in NFC?
  • More Week 7 news: Tampa Bay | Philadelphia | Injuries


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    Question of the Week: No. 1 in the NFC
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    Pasquarelli: Long-term planning
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    All roads lead to Walsh ... sort of
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