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Wentz-led Eagles finish strong to see off Redskins

Carson Wentz was central to Philadelphia's victory over Washington
Carson Wentz was central to Philadelphia's victory over Washington

The Philadelphia Eagles raced away in the fourth quarter as they beat NFC East rivals the Washington Redskins 28-13.

The Eagles drew first blood when Carson Wentz connected with Golden Tate for a score in the first, but a 90-yard Adrian Peterson rush put the visitors up 10-7 midway through the second quarter.

Darren Sproles found the end zone on a 14-yard rush, but a Dustin Hopkins field goal meant the game was finely poised going in the half 14-13 in favour of the reigning Super Bowl Champions.

After a scoreless third quarter, Wentz had his second TD of the night early in the fourth, finding Jordan Matthews, and Jake Elliott sealed the win with field goals from 46 and 44 yards.

The result means both the Eagles and Redskins have 6-6 records, while the Dallas Cowboys top the division with 7-5.

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