PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Eagles enjoyed a rare fourth-quarter comeback so much they did it again.
David Akers kicked a 32-yard field goal with 1:48 remaining as the Eagles rallied for a 27-24 victory over the Washington Redskins on Sunday.
A week ago, Donovan McNabb led the Eagles (7-4) to a late touchdown in a 24-20 win at Chicago. It was the first time Philadelphia came from behind in the final quarter and won since a 33-25 victory at Washington on Nov. 11, 2007.
With the Eagles trailing 24-16, McNabb drove the offense 90 yards for a touchdown and a two-point conversion. He connected with Jason Avant for 46 and 20 yards.
After forcing a punt, the Eagles moved 66 yards to set up the winning kick. McNabb hit rookie Jeremy Maclin for a 35-yard gain on the drive.
Akers made all four of his field goals, extending his streak to 16. Asante Samuel had two interceptions, and McNabb threw for 260 yards and one TD.
Jason Campbell had 231 yards passing and two TDs for Washington, which fell short at the end for the second consecutive week. The injury-depleted Redskins (3-8) lost 7-6 at Dallas last weekend.
