A lot has been made about how the Eagles are a different team than two months ago when they first played the Saints, and while there is truth to this it doesn’t mean New Orleans isn’t still the clear favorites.
Saints News:
Yes, these Eagles are different, so do the Saints still have the advantage? – The Athletic
Dennis Allen’s defense has had success adjusting to, and stopping, quick passing attacks all season.
NFL Playoffs 2019: Saints have given the Eagles plenty of bulletin board material - Bleeding Green Nation
New Orleans better hope they can back it up.
How a baker’s son helped the Eagles’ playoff run to Saints by impersonating the NFL’s elite pass rushers | Marcus Hayes
Undrafted rookie defensive end Joe Ostman has been mimicking the league's best pass rushers to help the offensive line prepare, and he's been brilliant at it.
Eagles vs. Saints: Five matchups to watch when Philly has the ball | PhillyVoice
The Philadelphia Eagles will roll back into New Orleans this Sunday to take on a Saints team that embarrassed them to the tune of 48-7 back in November. Will things be different this time around? Yesterday we analyzed five matchups to watch when the Saints have the ball. Here are five matchups to watch when the Eagles have the ball.
NFL Picks Divisional Round: Saints again bash Eagles to set up rematch with Cowboys | NOLA.com
Predictions for all four NFL playoff games this weekend straight up and against the spread
Alvin Kamara and Mark Ingram’s bond grew naturally. ‘It’s genuine. It’s love.' | nola.com
Two years ago they did not know each other. Now they are essentially inseparable.
A special coach: Mike Westhoff has Saints' kicking units thriving | nola.com
“His dominating presence has completely changed our special teams," kicker Wil Lutz said.
Defense Has Its Hands Full (Again) With Saints On Tap
The Eagles' defense is in a much better position than it was in the first meeting against New Orleans.
Sean Payton, Saints rewarded for sticking together through lean years - New Orleans Saints Blog- ESPN
The coach and team considered splitting up three years ago, but the decision to stay has them vying for their second Super Bowl title.
NFL News:
NFL rule change report card: Helmet rule gets a C - NFL Nation- ESPN
How did each of the NFL's rule changes grade out in 2018? We evaluate them all, starting with the new helmet rule.
2019 NFL season - Quarterback Confidence Index rating NFL quarterback situations 1-32
In a quarterback-driven league, it's not a shock that the top seven QB situations belong to playoff teams. Where does your team rank?
NFL playoffs: Eight X-factors that could swing
With trips to the conference championship games on the line, NFL teams can't overlook these important X-factors that could shape the weekend.
Jerry Rice: 49ers should 'go for' Antonio Brown trade - NFL.com
Hall of Fame wide receiver Jerry Rice said this week the San Francisco 49ers should trade for wideout Antonio Brown. Brown himself has teased Niners fans on social media.
NFL coaching carousel: Bucs hire Bruce Arians but will have to compensate Cardinals - The Washington Post
Arizona still held the rights to their former coach, so the two sides agreed to a draft-pick swap.
Sarah Thomas to become first woman to officate NFL playoff game | SI.com
Thomas has worked as a NFL official for four years.
Arizona Cardinals hire Kliff Kingsbury as head coach - NFL.com
The Cardinals are going offensive with their next head coach. Arizona, which finished a league worst 3-13 in 2018, hired former Texas Tech head coach Kliff Kingsbury on Tuesday.
Kevin Stefanski gets second interview with Browns - NFL.com
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reported Kevin Stefanski is headed back to Cleveland for a second interview with the Browns for their head coaching position. Stefanski took over the Vikings OC job late in the season.
Ranking all eight coach-QB combinations in the NFL playoffs
There are some great matchups for the NFL's divisional round, and a common thread is some fantastic coaches and quarterbacks.
NFL rumors: Raiders in discussions about playing in San Diego in 2019 | NBCS Bay Area
The Raiders are still searching for a home this year, and have reportedly been in discussions with the former home of an AFC West rival.
Social Media:
#Eagles QB Nick Foles per NFL NextGenStats (2018, Includes playoffs):
— Deuce Windham (@RevDeuceWindham) January 9, 2019
Releases the ball 2.5 seconds or less:
78% Completion
7TDs & 1 INT
50% of attempts w/ 3+ yards of separation
Releasing after 2.5 seconds:
62%
2TDs & 5INTs
32% w/ 3+ yards of sep#Saints must close 1st read.
Coaching update: The #Broncos will decide soon between #Bears DC Vic Fangio and #Steelers OL coach Mike Munchak for HC. Sources close to Fangio believe he is well-positioned to get it and he is very interested. Denver is high on him, as well, but hasn’t made a firm decision.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) January 9, 2019
Highest Completion % on Passes 20+ Yards Downfield
— Sports Info Solutions (@SportsInfo_SIS) January 8, 2019
Remaining Playoff QBs
Drew Brees 52%
Jared Goff 47%
Patrick Mahomes 43%
Andrew Luck 42%
Philip Rivers 41%
Nick Foles 38%
Dak Prescott 36%
Tom Brady 32%
One of the biggest differences for the #Eagles is simply health along the OL.
— Deuce Windham (@RevDeuceWindham) January 8, 2019
Talent wise, they have one of the best in the NFL. They look healthy now. It's not that Khalil Mack/Akiem Hicks were bad. Two TE also very effective.#Saints will need to manufacture pressure.
The Alvin Kamara effect: How Saints RB's presence helps break defenses, create in passing game https://t.co/3a3i9LyqUT via @theadvocateno
— Nick Underhill (@nick_underhill) January 9, 2019
MJD thinks it’s funny disrespecting the Saints just keep on pic.twitter.com/MR9idVj6YY
— Keezy ⚜️ (@tweetsbypapi) January 8, 2019
.@ReggieBush with one of the most ridiculous runs in #Saints playoff history!! #HomeInTheDome pic.twitter.com/l39bkgN2S3
— New Orleans Saints (@Saints) January 9, 2019
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