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Eagles Elevate Sam, Hughlett for Playoff Showdown
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The Philadelphia Eagles have made strategic roster moves ahead of their Wild Card playoff game against the San Francisco Forty Niners. Theyve temporarily elevated safety Andre Sam and long snapper Charley Hughlett from the practice squad to strengthen the team for this crucial matchup. Sam has previously filled in for injured safeties, while Hughlett will handle the critical long snapping role. These moves demonstrate the teams focus on depth without significant changes, setting the stage for Sam and Hughlett to play key support roles in the playoffs.
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