January 8, 2009 Asante Samuel fully practiced Thursday after sitting out yesterday while recovering from his hip ailment, according to NFL.com.
Our View:Samuel should be ready to play, and will be depended on to slow down Eli Manning and the Giants' aerial attack in this weekend's divisional playoff game.
January 7, 2009 The Miami Herald reports that cornerback Asante Samuel (hip) did not participate in the Eagles' practice on Wednesday.
Our View:Samuel was listed as questionable entering last week's game against the Vikings, but he was able to play. Expect the same scenario for the round two of the playoffs.
January 5, 2009 Asante Samuel has missed some time with a strained hip, But coach Andy Reid expects him to be fine for Sunday's playoff battle at the Meadowlands against the Giants, according to the Philadelphia Daily News.
Our View:Samuel is a solid starting cornerback, and this is favorable news as the Eagles attempt to slow down Eli Manning and the Giants' efficient offense.
January 4, 2009 Asante Samuel intercepted Tarvaris Jackson and ran 44 yards for a touchdown in the Eagles 26-14 win on Sunday.
Our View:Samuel had four picks and one touchdown in the regular season.
January 3, 2009 According to ProFootballTalk.com, Asante Samuel will start Sunday's playoff game at Minnesota. He is questionable with a hip injury but defensive coordinator Jim Johnson commented that he will be good to go.
Our View:He is a solid starting cornerback and Tarvaris Jackson and the Vikings' aerial attack does not look to catch a break tomorrow.
