Eagles News: Philadelphia’s X-factor against the 49ers
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Key Points:
- The Eagles face the 49ers in the NFL Wild Card playoff round, with key defensive matchups involving Eagles safety Reed Blankenship and linebackers Zack Baun and Nakobe Dean against 49ers stars George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey.
- Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has had an inconsistent season amid offensive struggles and coaching changes, but remains focused despite fan criticism and pressure to perform in the playoffs.
- The Eagles offense ranks low in points and yards per game, lacking creativity and explosive plays, though improvements in offensive line health, especially from Lane Johnson, could boost their postseason success.
- Saquon Barkley’s recent surge in rushing performance offers hope for a stronger Eagles running game, which struggled earlier
