Houston will have problem with Vick, Philly

TEXANS (5-6) AT EAGLES (7-4)

Line: Eagles by 8

Over/Under: 51

TV-Radio: NFL Network, WFAN (660), 8:20 p.m. (joined in progress)

Jets fans are known for being paranoid about their team. But Philadelphians, especially Eagles fans, aren't far behind. The Philly faithful were unhappy last week as the Chicago 'D' (and a sloppy Soldier Field) helped keep the Iggles and Michael Vick in check. The Giants (two weeks ago) and the Bears have given the NFL a pretty good blueprint for controlling Vick & Co. Unfortunately for the Texans, they don't have that kind of athletic defense. Houston's 'D' is ranked 28th in the NFL. Philly is an impressive 15-5 overall in its last 20 December home games. Meanwhile, Long Island lawns and the visiting Texans have something in common: neither do well in December. Houston is 2-6 ATS in their last eight Dec. roadies. The pick: Eagles

STAFF PICKS

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Tom Rock: Eagles

Bob Glauber: Eagles

Roderick Boone: Eagles