The game that started as a defensive battle in the first quarter turned into an epic battle between kickers during the second quarter Mut 23 Coins, when they Philadelphia Eagles outlasted the Atlanta Falcons to claim victory in the NFC conference championship by a score of 32-23. Philly fans who braved the cold conditions in Lincoln Financial Field didn't find any warmth during the opening quarter, which featured six consecutive kicks and an unlucky field goal missed by The Eagles' David Akers. The fans' frustration grew after the Falcons were first to get blood in the second quarter , thanks to the 45 yard Jay Feely field goal. Then, in the second half the Eagles responded using three of their field goal. NFC champion MVP Lito Sheppard also snatched away Falcons quarterback Michael Vick and ran back the interception to score an extra point to make Philly up by 16-3 before halftime.
Two interceptions, six tackles and a touchdown matched the NFC MVP award for cornerback Lito Sheppard.
When the second half started as the second period began, the Falcons took over the gates with a variety of offensive changes that put the Eagles defense in a bind. Another field goal from Feely and a swift touchdown pass by Vick to tight end Alge Crumpler, brought Atlanta close to a field goal of their opponents. Philly finally discovered their offensive rhythm in the second quarter and scored yet another Akers field goal that allowed them to put them up by 16-13, however the lead could not remain for very long. The Falcons gained their second advantage of the game thanks to an incredible touchdown catch by Peerless Price, who saw him destroy his way through the Eagles defense with his explosive straight-line speed.
At the end of fourth quarter Atlanta added to their lead by scoring a second Feely field goal, putting them ahead by 23-19. Based on the 35-carry, 91-yard run from the ground of Eagles the running back Brian Westbrook, Philly was capable of converting the field goal of their own to take the lead back 25-23. Although the field goal that was completed provided Philadelphia Eagles everything they required to win and the Todd Pinkston touchdown reception late in the game, and the recovery of a fumble for the touchdown of Nate Wayne, were exclamation points to the Eagles success in their quest to win winning the Super Bowl.
New England Patriots at Pittsburgh Steelers
The game that many thought would be a defensive battle turned into shooting match, when Pittsburgh Steelers won the shootout. Pittsburgh Steelers beat the New England Patriots to win the AFC conference championship trophy. The Steelers were guided by the strong legs of AFC champion Duce Staley who finished the game with Madden 23 Coins Buy 173 yards total as well as three scores.Duce Staley posted career-highs numbers, gaining 3 touchdowns and 158 yards of rushing. touchdowns.
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