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Eagles play host to streaking Falcons

Michael Vick is trying to heal from a rib injury he suffered in Week 4.

(Matt Slocum / Associated Press)

The storyline
There is no doubt that Eagles quarterback Michael Vick will do everything in his power to get healthy enough to face his former team, which released him after his dogfighting incarceration. It does look, however, like Kolb will get the start.

Why you should watch
The Eagles have to yet to win at home (0-2), while young Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan is finally starting to win on the road (albeit ugly).

Did you know?
When Ryan has at least a 100 passer rating, the Falcons are 11-0. ... Atlanta's John Abraham has 93.5 sacks since 2000 -- the second-highest total in the league over that span. ... Eagles RB LeSean McCoy is the only player in the NFL this year with 350 rushing yards and 200 receiving yards. ... Philadelphia's Juqua Parker has six sacks in his past seven games.

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