NFC East Notebook: Williams ready to carry the load; Giants evaluate Nick Foles
Every Monday and Friday, theScore's NFL editors will bring you a roundup of everything you need to know from around the division with the NFC East Notebook.
Dallas Cowboys
Tony Romo calls Jason Witten "the best Dallas Cowboy of all-time." The Cowboys quarterback with some words of praise for his favorite target.
Dez Bryant knows facing Richard Sherman can't be personal. The Dallas Morning News reports on Sunday's matchup between two of the top players at their respective positions.
Cowboys defensive back C.J. Spillman accused of sexual assault. Already under investigation for a separate incident in September, Spillman has been accused of sexual assault stemming from an incident in December 2013.
New York Giants
Andre Williams ready to carry load. With Rashad Jennings nursing an ailing knee, the Giants' rookie will step into the starting role on Sunday night. Jennings believes he's ready, calling this "his time," as reported by CBS New York.
Rueben Randle expects big-play opportunities against Eagles defense. NJ.com reports on Randle's expectation that the Giants will buck the trend of failing to connect on big pass plays.
Prince Amukamara says Eagles miss DeSean Jackson. The Giants' cornerback thinks the Eagles are missing Jackson's speed on the outside.
Philadelphia Eagles
What's wrong with Nick Foles? Tom Coughlin and other members of the Giants weigh-in, as reported by NJ.com.
Eagles first-round pick Marcus Smith coming along slowly. The Inquirer checks in on the Eagles' rookie linebacker who continues to adjust after an in-season position switch.
Bradley Cooper and Eagles fire shots at New York City. The "Silver Linings Playbook" star teamed up with the Eagles to produce a video calling out all things New York, the Daily News reports.
Washington Redskins
RGIII progressing in his recovery. The Redskins' quarterback is getting closer to returning to action as he recovers from an ankle injury that's kept him out for the last three games. He was back on the field doing agility drills Thursday.
Tale of two cities. Redskins safety Ryan Clark on the differences in culture in the locker rooms in Pittsburgh and in Washington, as reported by the Times Dispatch.
Andre Roberts calls his 2013 season "frustrating." The Washington Post reports on the trying times the former Arizona Cardinals endured a year ago, and how he's finding a role with his new club.
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