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Britain Covey Returns, Eagles Ready for Playoffs

Britain Covey returns to the Philadelphia Eagles as their full-time punt returner, ready for the playoffs after a challenging journey back from injury. Last season, he was sidelined due to a shoulder fracture, but he remained positive, drawing on his Super Bowl experience. This year, he had to wait his turn behind other players, offering advice instead of complaining. Now, hes averaging over 11 yards per return and focusing on hidden yards and advanced stats. The Eagles offensive line, including Jordan Mailata, Cam Jurgens, and Landon Dickerson, is rested and ready, with Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley also motivated. Former Eagle Bryce Huff leads the last-place 49ers in sacks but faces his old team as a technical Super Bowl champ. With Covey stable on returns and the team rested, the Eagles look primed to defend their crown deep into January.

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