Philadelphia Eagles top obstacle, advantage to beating each playoff team

Biggest advantage: Philly’s stout versus the run, Biggest disadvantage: Derrick Henry

In the minds of many, this one figures to be a longshot as no one’s planning for a Philadelphia Eagles-Tennessee Titans Super Bowl, but don’t count either one of these teams out. This would be a classic strength versus strength matchup as the Eagles bring a stellar run defense to try and limit the league’s leading rusher, Derrick Henry.

Yes, the ‘Birds’ aren’t letting anyone run wild, but they haven’t been bludgeoned by a sledgehammer like Henry either. The thought of watching him pound the Eagles defensive line for four quarters and then popping one late is a scary one. It’s not like the Eagles are immune to big plays on the ground.

What’s crazy about Henry is this. He seems to be getting stronger as the season rolls on. In Week 17, he exploded for 211 yards on 32 carries, and his 16 rushing touchdowns are also tops in the NFL. Keep an eye out for Tennessee’s talented rookie wide receiver as well. Henry’s contribution has helped lead to a rookie season where he’s tallied 52 receptions, 1,051 receiving yards, and eight touchdowns.

The ‘Birds’ can take their chances with Ryan Tannehill beating them through the air.