Eagles Vs. Cardinals

The Cardinals are the new kids on the block, while the Eagles have been there. Unfortunately, the Eagles haven't been able to finish the job there last four times. The last time these teams met the Eagles trounced the Cardinals 48-20. Now the two teams are up against each other in the NFC Championship Game for a chance to play in the Super Bowl. Now let's look at the matchups.

Eagles Offense vs. Cardinals Defense

McNabb is about as good as he has ever been in the playoffs. He has come to win this time and the Cardinals defense can't stop him. The defense has been good during the playoffs, but let's face it the unit that allowed 26.6 points per game during the regular season. Plus, let's not forget that Eagles have Brian Westbrook who is probably one of the top five offensive weapons in the NFL.

Edge: Eagles Offense

Cardinals Offense vs. Eagles Defense

The Eagles defense has been shutdown whether it is the regular season or the playoffs. It's the fourth highest scoring offense will face off with the defense that allowed the fourth lowest amount of points per game. So the unstoppable force will meet the immovable wall called the Eagles. Kurt Warner, Larry Fitzgerald, and Anquan Boldin make an offense that is hard to stop. But, the Eagles don't have to stop it they just have to slow it down.

Edge: Tie

Special Teams

These two units are very good. The kickers Neil Rackers and David Akers are clutch kickers that can make the long kick. The punters are decent, but not great. The special teams just don't have enough to separate each other on paper. But, one of them could change the game.

Edge: Tie

Conclusion: This game should be high scoring for these playoffs. But, the Eagles defense will slow down the Cardinals offense just enough for Westbrook and McNabb to win the game.