Sunday, December 28, 2008

Eagles stomp Cowboys to clinch playoff berth

Associated Press - December 28, 2008 7:35 PM ET

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Donovan McNabb flexed his muscles, seemingly mocking Terrell Owens. The always stoic Andy Reid played cheerleader, encouraging the crowd to make noise.

Many fans may not want the quarterback or coach back for another season. But they'll be here for at least one more game - a playoff game.

The Philadelphia Eagles overcame improbable odds to capture an NFC wild-card spot with a dominating 44-6 victory over the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday.

The Eagles will play at NFC North champion Minnesota (10-6) next weekend.

So much for all that preseason Super Bowl hype - America's Team can start its vacation plans early. Surely, it'll be a drama-filled offseason, as owner Jerry Jones has to answer more questions about coach Wade Phillips' job and perhaps consider a major overhaul.