Eagle Eye:

Here are some things to keep an eye as you prepare for Sunday's playoff game:

On Friday Michael Vick pronounced his bruised thigh "100 percent." That's nice after 12 days without getting hit. But how will it be after Vick absorbs his first big shot Sunday? Will he be able to sustain his high level of play? Or be limited for the rest of the game?

LeSean McCoy had just 13 carries against the Vikings, even though the Eagles were struggling against the blitz. He said he expected to get the ball more. We'll see. If Andy Reid and Marty Mornhinweg remember him, McCoy could be a huge factor.

The Eagles will start rookie seventh-round picks at safety (Kurt Coleman) and middle linebacker (Jamar Chaney). How do they handle the pressure of their first playoff game, against an excellent offense, no less?

Dimitri Patterson has struggled so much he nearly lost his starting cornerback job. He has been called for eight penalties the last five weeks. But the athletic Patterson will be back on the field Sunday, likely to face Pro Bowl wide receiver Greg Jennings. Can he keep up?

Who will be the extra blocker helping out with the ubiquitous Clay Matthews? The Packers linebacker is sure to blitz from all angles, but it's going to take an extra man to either body up or chip him. Tight end Brent Celek should be one candidate. McCoy will see his share of the long-haired linebacker. But don't count out fullback Owen Schmitt or backup tight end Clay Harbor.

Can someone please help out Trent Cole? The defensive end has dealt with countless double teams because his counterpart on the line has simply failed to generate enough pressure on the quarterback. As mediocre as rookie Brandon Graham played before his season-ending knee surgery, his presence allowed the Eagles to rest the 32-year-old Juqua Parker. But now Parker has to take more snaps, and his wheels are creaking.

- Jonathan Tamari and Jeff McLane