Gil Brandt's top five unsung NFC East players
Chris Snee, G, N.Y. Giants: Has started 32 straight games and was a Pro Bowl alternate each of the last two seasons… He has a great work ethic, good feet, and football smarts. He shows excellent technique and is very strong at the point of attack. Lots of upside.
Brian Westbrook, RB, Philadelphia: Westbrook has established himself as a top running back, but he still seems underrated. He is the only player in NFL history to record touchdowns of 49 yards or more in consecutive playoff games, and the only active player in the NFC with 16 or more rushing and receiving touchdowns. He's very good in space and a top threat as both runner and receiver.
Jason Campbell, QB, Washington: He's got a strong arm and can make all the throws needed to succeed in the NFL. Campbell has shown poise early on in his career. His good size, overhand delivery and accuracy all contribute to his great upside potential.
Terence Newman, CB, Dallas: He played at a Pro Bowl level the first half of last season and then tailed off down the stretch, but you can expect him to have a big year in the Cowboys' new system. Newman plays with flair, and he's aggressive against the run. He's started all 64 games he's played, and he also can return punts.
Reggie Brown, WR, Philadelphia: An incredibly natural athlete, Brown was a high school standout in track and basketball. He's got good speed and vertical jump, and excellent body control. He has no trouble getting off press coverage, will make the tough grab in traffic, and he catches the ball with his hands. He has Pro Bowl potential.
Brian Westbrook, RB, Philadelphia: Westbrook has established himself as a top running back, but he still seems underrated. He is the only player in NFL history to record touchdowns of 49 yards or more in consecutive playoff games, and the only active player in the NFC with 16 or more rushing and receiving touchdowns. He's very good in space and a top threat as both runner and receiver.
Jason Campbell, QB, Washington: He's got a strong arm and can make all the throws needed to succeed in the NFL. Campbell has shown poise early on in his career. His good size, overhand delivery and accuracy all contribute to his great upside potential.
Terence Newman, CB, Dallas: He played at a Pro Bowl level the first half of last season and then tailed off down the stretch, but you can expect him to have a big year in the Cowboys' new system. Newman plays with flair, and he's aggressive against the run. He's started all 64 games he's played, and he also can return punts.
Reggie Brown, WR, Philadelphia: An incredibly natural athlete, Brown was a high school standout in track and basketball. He's got good speed and vertical jump, and excellent body control. He has no trouble getting off press coverage, will make the tough grab in traffic, and he catches the ball with his hands. He has Pro Bowl potential.
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