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Issue 11 : Regular Season Eagles vs. 49ers

The Eagles host the San Francisco 49ers at Lincoln Financial Field this weekend in a game that has playoff implications for both teams. The Eagles are coming off of a huge win against the New York Giants in the Meadowlands and are looking to distance themselves from the Cowboys and Giants in the race for the NFC East title. The 49ers are coming off of a huge victory over divi-sion rival Arizona on Monday Night Football, a win that kept the team’s playoff hopes alive. Sitting at 6-7 the 49ers will most likely need to win all of their games from here on out if they have any hope of reaching postseason play so the Eagles will be playing a team that is fighting for their playoff lives right now. The Eagles are also coming off of big win against a division rival and will be looking to build on a four game winning streak. The Eagles win over the Giants allowed the team to take sole possession of first place in the NFC East and the Eagles could start to distance themselves even further in the division race with a win over the 49ers. Here are a couple of keys for this Sunday’s game:

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Last week’s game against the Giants turned out to be an unexpectedly high scoring shootout. Even though San Francisco is mainly considered to be a defensive minded team, this game could turn out to be a high scoring affair if the 49ers are able to get some of their offensive playmakers going. One of those playmakers is Tight End Vernon Davis who has finally blossomed into one of the best red zone threats in the NFL. Davis has used his rare combination of size and speed to beat opponents and catch 11 touchdowns so far this season. Another threat that the Eagles will have to deal with is rookie wide receiver Michael Crabtree. After a lengthy and well publi-cized holdout that caused him to miss the first five games of the season, Crabtree has become the 49ers top wide receiver. In addition to these receiving threats the Eagles will also have deal with the 49ers running game which is headlined by former All-Pro running back Frank Gore. Gore is currently averaging 5.2 yards per carry and is on the verge of putting together his fourth straight 1,000 yard rushing season.

Keep the offense goingKeep the offense goingKeep the offense goingKeep the offense going

Many people have been saying that this Eagles team has the most talented offensive playmakers since Donovan McNabb’s arrival in Philly and so far this season that has looked like the case. The most talented of those players is DeSean Jackson who not once but twice scored touchdowns of longer than 60 yards against the Giants and continues to make dazzling plays week after week. The Eagles have also had to make up for the absence of Brian Westbrook and have used trio of players to do so. Leonard Weaver has proved to be an asset in blocking, receiving, and rushing situations. LeSean McCoy has played at a level far above that of a rookie and is the Eagles leading rusher this season. The third cog in the Eagles running machine is Michael Vick. Vick has used his athleticism to become a dangerous threat in goal line situations and has accounted for three touchdowns in the last two games.

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DeSean Jackson

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Last Saturday, LFF hosted a record breaking historic Army-Navy Game, attended by Secretary of Defense, Richard Gates, and several high rank-ing Admirals and Generals.. With their 17-3 victory, Navy broke the long-est win streak (previously held by both at 7) in the 110 history of this greatest rivalry, and won the Commander-In-Chiefs Trophy for a record 7 consecutive years (previously held by the Air Force Academy). 3 NCAA records were also broken during the game. Below are some of these highlights:

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• Their first halftime lead since 2001

• First time they shutout Navy in the first half since 1993.

• First time Army led Navy since the first quarter of the 2006 game.

• Army was bowl eligible for the first time since 1996 until their lost to Navy,

• Alex Carlton's 23-yard field goal blocked Navy Coach Ken Niumata-lolo from what would have been a record 2 consecutive shutouts for the 1st 2 years as a Service Acad-emy Head Coach.

• Army still holds the longest streak without a loss at 11 years (2 ties mixed with their 7 game win streak).

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• Navy Coach Ken Niumatalolo is the first coach to win the Com-mander-In=Chief’s Trophy for the 1st 2 years as Head Coach, after becoming only the 2nd Head Coach to win it in his Rookie Year. He’s also the only Head Coach to win by a shutout in his 1st year.

• He defeated the new Army Head Coach, Rich Ellerson, who was his coach when he played for the University of Hawaii.

• He has taken Navy to a Bowl Game for every year he’s been their Assistant Head Coach and Head Coach (a record 7 consecutive years).

• is the only visiting team Head Coach to defeat Notre Dame in his 1st time bringing a team to South Bend.

• Navy Quarterback, Ricky Dobbs, broke 3 NCAA records:

• The most rushing touchdowns by a Quarterback in one season (he already broke the single game record earlier this season)

• The single season rushing yards by a Quarterback

• The career rushing yards by a Quarterback (and he’s only a Jun-ior!)

• A prior owner of all 3 records was Super Bowl winning Hall of Fame Cowboy QB Roger Staubach!

Both teams will have key players returning next year, including Navy QB sensation Ricky Dobbs. With Army rebuilding under their new coach and Navy showing us the early career of Football’s next coaching legend, next year’s Army-Navy Game should be another historic match-up.

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We all go through times in our lives where things just don't go our way and then the time comes when you just have to unleash some serious aggression. The last thing anyone wants to do is get in the way of a sleeping giant.

This was the case on Decem-ber 20th, 1981. The Eagles had been on a roll season then all of a sudden hit a brick wall with 4 straight losses. They were on the verge of missing the playoffs just a year after going to the superbowl.

Unfortunately the St. Louis Cardinals had the unlucky distinction of getting in the Eagles way and did they ever pay for it. Playing in the cold nasty weather that was reminiscent of late December days in Philadelphia, the Eagles scored 5 touchdowns, 3 of them on passes from Ron Jaworkski and a frightening defense forced 6 turnovers en-route to a 38-0 victory. It was indeed going to be a great Christmas as the Eagles gave their fans a 4th straight playoff appearance; a club record at the time!

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By: Richard GoldfarbBy: Richard GoldfarbBy: Richard GoldfarbBy: Richard Goldfarb

Ingredients:Ingredients:Ingredients:Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup blue cheese salad dressing or ranch salad dressing

• 1/2 cup any hot sauce

• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese or shredded

• mozzarella cheese (about 2 ounces)

• 2 cans (9.75 ounces each) Swanson® Premium

• Chunk Chicken Breast in Water, drained

• Assorted fresh vegetables or crackers

Directions:Directions:Directions:Directions:

1. Heat the oven to 350° F.

2. Stir the cream cheese in a 9-inch deep dish pie plate with a fork or whisk until it's smooth. Stir in the dressing, pepper sauce and blue cheese. Stir in the chicken.

3. Bake for 20 minutes or until the chicken mixture is hot and bubbling. Stir before serving. Serve with the vegetables and crackers for dipping.

By: Rosemarie DerrBy: Rosemarie DerrBy: Rosemarie DerrBy: Rosemarie Derr

Ron Jaworski

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Dear Santa Swoop:Dear Santa Swoop:Dear Santa Swoop:Dear Santa Swoop:

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and the Merchandise Game Day staff team is filled with lots of nice boys and girls that have been working almost as hard as your elves! They have been taking care of guests at Lincoln Financial Field all season long- providing them with the highest quality service. Our staff has been working as a team to sell lots of this season’s hottest items. We don’t know what we would do without them! We would like to show our Game Day Staff how much we appreciate their dedication and hard work. When you are making your list, and checking it twice, can you be sure to add our incredible Merchandise Game Day staff mem-bers? After selling lots of Eagles merchandise throughout the year, many of them have their eyes on an item or two! While you are dashing through the snow, please be sure to make a stop at Lincoln Financial Field to treat our staff members to some Eagle’s gear. Here are some of their requests:

Darlene OwensDarlene OwensDarlene OwensDarlene Owens: I would like an Eagles Snuggler, Galaxy Polka Dot Lounge Pants, Quilted Wrist-let or Tote (Black). P. S. I have been very good this year!!

Denise SistrunkDenise SistrunkDenise SistrunkDenise Sistrunk: This year I have been much less naughty and a lot more nice. Please fill my stocking with a woman's retro terry sweatshirt, a woman's retro waffle shirt, a messenger bag and car mats.

Patricia CaramannaPatricia CaramannaPatricia CaramannaPatricia Caramanna: For Christmas I would like the Philadelphia Eagles Collectible Bear. It is very cute, and something that my whole family would enjoy.

Jarrett ShapiroJarrett ShapiroJarrett ShapiroJarrett Shapiro: I have been a very good supervisor this season- would you please reward me with something special? I would love a Black DeSean Jackson Jersey or the players sideline Hoodie.

Michael ThomasMichael ThomasMichael ThomasMichael Thomas: Dear Santa Swoop, I've been a good boy most of the year and would really like a mini Eagles helmet autographed by DeSean Jackson for my son and a stuffed Swoop for my 12 year old daughter. You see Santa Swoop my wife and my Christmas wish was fulfilled when I was given employment with the Philadelphia Eagles. Megan Dichter: I know your name is "Santa" Swoop, but if it’s not too much trouble, I'd like to request a Hanukkah present from you. I've had my eye on the women's Retro Terry Hood ever since I purchased the women's Throwback Cable Knit Hat last month. I also really like the DeSean Jackson Bobblehead Doll. It would be a perfect addition to my bobblehead collection which now numbers over 100!

Rachel BenneRachel BenneRachel BenneRachel Benne: Dear Santa Swoop, I have been a very good girl for Christmas this year I would like the Eagles vest, I REALLY like the mid season hood, and a case for an autographed football. I won the football for donating all of my wages for the Eagles Youth Partner-ship and would like to have a case to put it in! Like I already said I have been a very good girl this year, and I always do for others, I would be so happy to be taken care of this time around.

Janice MemoryJanice MemoryJanice MemoryJanice Memory: I would really like a Philadelphia Eagles Collectible Bear with the little Christmas tree. I love decorating my house with Christmas decorations, and it would work awesome with my Eagles ornaments on my tree. Thank you! And have a Merry Christmas!

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Through the 11/29 Redskins game against the Giants, the Event & Concierge Staffs have received 72 100% secret shop reviews this season. With 2 Eagles games remaining (hopefully more!) we’re almost there!

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By: Vanessa GreaneyBy: Vanessa GreaneyBy: Vanessa GreaneyBy: Vanessa Greaney

2009 Recycling Numbers:2009 Recycling Numbers:2009 Recycling Numbers:2009 Recycling Numbers: As of December 20, 2009 124.6 tons of recycling has been pulled from As of December 20, 2009 124.6 tons of recycling has been pulled from As of December 20, 2009 124.6 tons of recycling has been pulled from As of December 20, 2009 124.6 tons of recycling has been pulled from

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13th L 25-28 vs. New England Patriots

20th L 15-23 @ Indianapolis Colts

27th W 33-32 vs. Jacksonville Jaguars

SeptemberSeptemberSeptemberSeptember

3rd L 27-38 @ New York Jets

13th W 38-10 @ Carolina Panthers

20th L 22-48 vs. New Orleans Saints

27th W 34-14 vs. Kansas City Chiefs

OctoberOctoberOctoberOctober

11th W 33-14 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

18th L 9-13 @ Oakland Raiders

26th W 27-17 @ Washington Redskins

NovemberNovemberNovemberNovember

1st W 40-17 vs. New York Giants

8th L 16-20 vs. Dallas Cowboys

15th L 23-31 @ San Diego Chargers

22nd W 24-20 @ Chicago Bears

29th W 27-24 vs. Washington Redskins

DecemberDecemberDecemberDecember

6th W 34-7 @ Atlanta Falcons

13th W 45-38 @ New York Giants

20th 1:00 vs. San Francisco 49ers

27th 1:00 vs. Denver Broncos

JanuaryJanuaryJanuaryJanuary

3rd 1:00 @ Dallas Cowboys

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9/3- L 24-27 vs. Villanova

9/19- L 6-31 @ Penn State

9/26– W 37-13 vs. Buffalo

10/3- W 24-12 @ Eastern Michigan

10/10– W 24-19 vs. Ball State

10/17– W 27-13 vs. Army

10/24- W 40-24 @ Toledo

10/31- W 27-24 @ Navy

11/5– W 34-32 vs. Miami (OH)

11/13- W 56-17 @ Akron

11/21– W 47-13 vs. Kent State

11/27- L 17-35 @ Ohio

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I attended the Redskins game on 11/29. My seat was on the 39 yard line behind the Eagles' bench, lower deck, last row (the suites or boxes or whatever they are were directly behind and above us). I was VERY impressed with a few things, and wanted to pass my com-pliments on to you and your staff. First, from the time we were searched, on the outskirts of the sta-dium, those staff were uniformly pleasant and friendly. The feeling in the parts of the stadium where I walked around was relaxed and felt safe. I wouldn't have any hesitation bringing children into that environment. The staff who worked the entrance to the section where our seats were located were also uniformly friendly and courteous through-out the day, greeting fans as we filed in at the beginning, joking and smiling with fans who were moving out to the bathrooms and con-cessions as the game went on. At one point the security staff called deep into a row to get some young male to come and speak with them about something-there was no incident in the stands that I was aware of-and while several guys had rotated into the entrance-way, the manner in which the young guy was walked toward the concession stands was calm and non-confrontational. In fact, the staff member put his arm around the guy as they walked away, but not in a manner that appeared to be in the least aggressive. Later the guy returned to his seat and seemed non-plussed by whatever it was about. Finally, on the way out of the stadium, as we passed through the outer gates, the staff once again were uniformly friendly-smiling and wishing us a pleasant evening. I had heard things at the Linc were very different from the Vet days but I have to say I expected a bit of surliness from staff, some machismo from the security, folks, etc. and am glad to have been dead wrong! So, well done!! I look forward to the next time I attend a game. Regards, Joe

Even though Thanksgiving has passed, it is that time of the year again to give thanks. However, this time it is time to thank all of the fans and Guests who attend Eagles games at Lincoln Financial Field. At the game today and during next week’s game against the Broncos we are asking all of our Game Day Staff members to thank our fans for their support and to wish them a happy holidays. Feel free to thank our fans that you see week in and week out for their support of the Eagles, remind them that they are indeed the best fans in the NFL, or wish them Happy Holidays. Thank you!

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