Who's afraid of a slow start by our passing game?

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Philly did a good job of blanketing Chris Cooley and Robert Royal through the whole game. Those play-action roll-outs just didn't fool anyone. It seemed like the Eagles coaches came in with the attitude that, if they lost, it wasn't going to be because of Chris Cooley.

I still think that if the Skins had another viable wideout threat other than Santana Moss, this offense would be unstoppable. Unfortunately, neither Thrash and especially Taylor Jacobs offer that kind of complimentary role.

Those six forced turnovers were what saved us against Philly.

In Tampa on Saturday, they must run the ball effectively, and with authority -- meaning 25 to 30 carries for Portis and 12-15 for Betts. If that kind of rushing attack is established, Brunell will be much more productive.