Sheppard will play; Westbrook and Stallworth still up in the air

The Eagles got some good news on Friday night as it was announced that cornerback Lito Sheppard will play in Sunday's game against Dallas. The status of running back Brian Westbrook and wide receiver Donte' Stallworth is still unknown. With Rod Hood already listed as doubtful, and most likely out for Sunday, it is huge news to be getting Sheppard back in the fold. Sheppard last played in the first game of the season against the Houston Texans, where he injured his ankle in that Week 1 contest. The official injury report states that Stallworth is questionable due to a sore hamstring and that Westbrook is questionable with a swollen knee.

The Eagles have been trying to plug their cornerback holes with former 49ers cornerback Joselio Hanson, who provided solid play against the Packers on Sunday. Dexter Wynn was also brought back into the fold due to his ability to return kicks and to play in the defensive backfield. It is expected that Wynn will still be returning kicks this week, but an interesting situation could arise when Rod Hood is finally healthy.

Sheppard will play Sunday