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Article: SUPER BOWL XXXIX; ALLTEL Stadium, Jacksonville, Fla. The matchups; New England Patriots vs. Philadelphia Eagles.(SPECIAL)
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- Star Tribune (Minneapolis, MN)
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- February 6, 2005
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Byline: Kevin Seifert; Staff Writer
WHEN THE EAGLES RUN All you need to know about the Eagles' uphill battle: The Patriots defense, which has not allowed a run of more than 40 yards all season, stifled the Steelers' power running game in the AFC Championship Game. LBs Tedy Bruschi, Ted Johnson and Mike Vrabel make a tough matchup for finesse-oriented Eagles RB Brian Westbrook. Dorsey Levens could elevate the power, but the Eagles' line is not a strong drive-blocking group.
EDGE: Patriots
WHEN THE PATRIOTS RUN RB Corey Dillon had a career year with 1,635 yards and has another 217 in two playoff games. The Eagles will provide a stiff test, ...