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5 Eagles that are key to a victory against the Vikings

By Justin Grasso

TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Nelson Agholor #13 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs with the ball after a reception chased by M.J. Stewart #36 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)
TAMPA, FL - SEPTEMBER 16: Nelson Agholor #13 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs with the ball after a reception chased by M.J. Stewart #36 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the second half at Raymond James Stadium on September 16, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) /
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NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 30: Corey Davis #84 of the Tennessee Titans catches a game-winning pass in the end zone while defended by Avonte Maddox #29 of the Philadelphia Eagles in overtime at Nissan Stadium on September 30, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images)
NASHVILLE, TN – SEPTEMBER 30: Corey Davis #84 of the Tennessee Titans catches a game-winning pass in the end zone while defended by Avonte Maddox #29 of the Philadelphia Eagles in overtime at Nissan Stadium on September 30, 2018 in Nashville, Tennessee. (Photo by Frederick Breedon/Getty Images) /

Avonte Maddox, CB/S

Avonte Maddox got his first real taste of NFL game action last week, and the circumstances couldn’t be any more unfortunate for the cornerback. Throughout the entire offseason, the Eagles had Maddox competing for a spot in the nickel with Sidney Jones. When Jones won the battle, Maddox remained on the shelf as the season begun.

Now, with Rodney McLeod out, the Eagles needed to find another safety to implement into their heavy rotation along with Corey Graham and Malcolm Jenkins. Since Maddox had a solid camp, the Eagles figured they could use him instead of searching for someone else.

Had this happened a month or two ago, we would probably feel better about it. But it being an emergency situation makes me a bit nervous since Maddox has never played safety before last week. We should have faith in Maddox since he is a solid player. But he is going to be tested big time this week. The Vikings have not one, but two excellent receivers on board and the Eagles need the secondary to step it up this week. If they don’t, expect another long day.

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