Connor Barwin

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Eagles kicked off the second half of the season in the friendly confines of Lincoln Financial Field. This building provided the comfort they needed to get back on track.

EAST RUTHERFORD - The Philadelphia Eagles needed a win over the New York Giants to keep their division title hopes alive.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Eagles snapped a two-game losing streak by taking down the only remaining unbeaten team in the league. The Eagles made Minnesota Vikings Quarterback Sam Bradford look awful in a 21-10 victory at the Linc.

With Leodis McKelvin missing Monday's game with a hamstring injury, the Eagles can’t afford a bad game on defense.

PHILADELPHIA - A new era began Sunday afternoon with a nearly flawless performance by rookie quarterback Carson Wentz. New Head Coach Doug Pederson also saw his debut end very well as the Philadelphia Eagles won their season opener 29-10 over the Cleveland Browns.

The third NFL preseason game is frequently viewed as a "dress rehearsal" for the starters. They play more in this game than any other preseason game. However, it is also a vital opportunity for many players to make a final impression before the first big cut day takes place. By this time next week the roster must be cut down to 53 players.

The Philadelphia Eagles improved to 2-0 this preseason thanks to another outstanding effort by the Philly defense. The Eagles pitched a shutout and have now forced nine turnovers so far this preseason.

PHILADELPHIA - The Philadelphia Eagles scored the first touchdown of the entire NFL preseason. Both of their first quarter touchdowns were results of turnovers by the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. That proved to be enough to deliver a win for Doug Pederson who served his first game as an NFL Head Coach.

Marcus Smith was a first round pick in 2014, the Eagles were hoping the 26th overall pick and 2014 American Athletic Conference defensive player of the year would turn into a pass rushing specialist.

PHILADELPHIA (973espn.com) — Count Connor Barwin among those who believe Sam Bradford will be back as the starting quarterback of the Philadelphia Eagles sooner rather than later.