Defensive depth key to playoff run Washington-Eagles could go a long way in deciding the NFC East:.Odds: Philadelphia is favored by 4.5 points.Location: Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pa.Even though the Eagles defense isn't one of the more stout units in the league, it makes plays when necessary. Philadelphia's defense, however, ranks 23rd in the league, but that unit only surrenders 20.3 points per game. The Eagles are still undefeated in the City of Brotherly Love, and they are undefeated in division play. Philadelphia's offense, led by sophomore quarterback Carson Wentz, has the ninth-best passing offense and the fourth-best rushing offense in the NFL. The Eagles can light up a scoreboard with ease, so Washington has to score touchdowns - not field goals. Offensively, Washington has to score early and often. If Washington wants to win this game, it must neutralize Philadelphia's potent rushing attack. This offense ranks in the top 10 in rushing and passing - and Washington currently has the fifth-best defense in the NFL. Washington has been competitive this season. Washington has the opportunity to tighten the division standings when it faces the Eagles on Monday Night Football at 8:30 p.m. Washington and Philadelphia met in Week 1, and the Eagles won 30-17. The Philadelphia Eagles are currently in the midst of a four-game winning streak, and they sit atop the NFC East.

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