Running back Brian Westbrook puts on his Eagles jersey in time for the playoffs and makes the Philadelphia Eagles even more dangerous. According to Eagles Coach Andy Reid, Westbrook was cleared to play after recovering from two concussions.
Reid said on Wednesday that Westbrook did “perfect” on his testing and is expected to return for Sunday’s home game against the Denver Broncos. Playing only six games for this season because of the concussions, the former All-Pro running back is “ready to roll” for the NFC East-leading Eagles (10-4).
Westbrook missed the last five games after suffering his second concussion in three weeks during the game against the San Diego Chargers on Nov. 15. His first career concussion came on Oct. 26 while playing against the Washington Redskins. Sitting out two games, he returned prematurely against the Chargers to sustain the second concussion.
DeSean Jackson has become top playmaker as replacement to Westbrook by having 11 touchdowns this season, including eight that were 50-plus yards. Westbrook’s returning gives Philadelphia another option and forces defenses to be aware of another threat, although the previously starting running back will likely only have a limited role in the offense.
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