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The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for their upcoming game against a severely banged-up Cleveland Browns team. The Browns enter the matchup with significant issues on the offensive line, as several key starters are either injured or have been limited in practice. Notably, Wyatt Teller, a two-time All-Pro, has been placed on IR due to a knee injury. Jedrick Wills and Jack Conklin are also dealing with knee and hamstring injuries, respectively, but are expected to play despite being banged up.

Adding to the Browns' woes, Ethan Pocic has not practiced this week because of a knee issue. The Browns' backups are not in any better shape, with OT James Hudson, OT Hakeem Adeniji, and C Luke Wypler all on IR. This could provide a much-needed opportunity for the Eagles' defense, which has struggled to generate pressure this season.

On the defensive side, Myles Garrett presents a considerable challenge for the Eagles. Despite dealing with injuries, Garrett has continued to be highly disruptive, with four sacks and eight QB hits through five games. Eagles' tackle Jordan Mailata will face a tough task trying to contain Garrett but feels prepared with a solid game plan.

The Eagles, however, have their own concerns. Quarterback Jalen Hurts has shown reckless tendencies, leading to turnovers. This has been highlighted by his 27 turnovers since the start of last season, the highest in the league. The Eagles' defense has also been shaky, allowing an average of 365.8 yards per game this season, ranking them 27th overall.

The next four weeks could be pivotal for head coach Nick Sirianni and the Eagles. Losing at home to the Browns would amplify pressure, especially with tough games against the Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, and Baltimore Ravens on the horizon. Conversely, a strong performance could stabilize the team and reduce growing calls for changes at the top.

On a positive note, Eagles' defensive end Brandon Graham is set to make history by playing in his 200th regular-season game, a milestone only achieved by four other active NFL defensive players. As the team prepares for Sunday's matchup, Graham emphasized the importance of focusing on winning, despite the personal milestone.

The Eagles' offense, which has shown inconsistency, can look forward to the return of key players like Lane Johnson, A.J. Brown, and DeVonta Smith. This will be crucial as they aim to address several issues and secure a win against a Browns team that has been struggling mightily on both sides of the ball.

As the Eagles and Browns face off, all eyes will be on how both teams handle their respective adversities. For the Eagles, it’s a chance to turn their season around and for the Browns, an opportunity to overcome a spate of injuries and regain some momentum.