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Westbrook "good to go" for Cowboys game


Posted by Gregg Rosenthal on November 4, 2009 1:17 PM ET
Brian Westbrook's absence from the Eagles lineup will only last one game after suffering a concussion against the Redskins.

Coach Andy Reid confirmed Wednesday that Westbrook has been medically cleared to play this week and is "good to go" against the Cowboys Sunday unless there is a setback. Reid even managed to make light of the scary-looking injury, saying Westbrook's head usually hits the shins of defender, but it hit Redskins linebacker London Fletcher's knee because they were "two shortest guys on the field." (Now we know why Reid never tries to jokes around.)

Westbrook's head injury was no laughing matter, but the game off might not be the worst thing for the rest of his body. After multiple surgeries this offseason, Westbrook only has 58 touches thus far in 2009. In theory, he should be fresh for the stretch run.

Strongside linebacker Chris Gocong, defensive end Victor Abiamiri and wideout Kevin Curtis are all missing practice Wednesday.


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