The Philadelphia Eagles won back-to-back games before entering their Week 9 bye. Philadelphia rebounded from a two-game skid that had fans and analysts panicking about the defending Super Bowl champs. While the Eagles struggled at times in the first half of the season, they should once again be a powerhouse after resting and reloading over the break.

GM Howie Roseman swung several high-profile deals aimed at improving the Eagles’ disappointing defense. But the team will also benefit from Nolan Smith’s return from injury. Smith landed on IR following Week 3’s win over the Los Angeles Rams.

The former first-round pick is ready to get back on the field in the Eagles’ Monday Night Football matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Asked if he expects to play, Smith was emphatic. “Oh yeah.

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