NFL Preseason Preview Packers and Eagles: Who Can Replace Jordy Nelson? Can Sam Bradford Stay Healthy? Matt Barkley, Tim Tebow Battle For Backup

Aug 28, 2015 03:21 PM EDT

5 things to watch

1. Who will break out as Jordy Nelson's replacement for Packers?

The Packers have announced that the starters will sit for this game so the scoring will be left up to the bottom of the depth chart wide receivers that rarely receive any playing time. We could see one of the Packers younger wide receivers such as Ty Montgomery, Jeff Janis, Jimmie Hunt, or Larry Pinkard.

2. How will the Eagles split carries in the running game?

Will DeMarco Murray lead the charge or can we expect to see more of Ryan Mathews? The Eagles running game will be a big topic of conversation come Saturday night.

3. Will Sam Bradford stay healthy?

Bradford can be injured at any time, so the protection when he is on the field has to be the best it can be. Bradford will likely see some limited snaps but will definitely be in action.

4. Who will win the Eagle's backup quarterback position?

Between Mark Sanchez, Matt Barkley, and Tim Tebow the decision on who to keep will be an interesting one. The Eagles are going to need to keep two quarterbacks as a contingency plan incase Bradford ends up injured but I doubt they keep all three.

5. What surprises could the Eagle's offense have in store?

The Eagles absolutely destroyed the Baltimore Ravens, and yes this is preseason but what other offensive plays could Chip Kelly have up his sleeve to turn up the temp? We will have to wait to find out.

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