49ers-Eagles playoff preview: Tough wild-card test awaits in Philly

The NFL's Wild Card Weekend was set Sunday after the conclusion of Week 18, pitting the 49ers against familiar foes in the Eagles with an enticing opening-round matchup. On this episode of "49ers Talk," co-hosts Matt Maiocco and Jennifer Lee Chan discuss the storylines surrounding this playoff contest, from the hostile environment in Philly to their load-management approach to the postseason, and Brock Purdy's season-ending injury in the 2023 NFC Championship Game. Will the 49ers' Week 18 loss to the Seahawks serve as their wake-up call? And, can they get healthy enough in time to step up to that challenge with an eye on redemption against the Eagles?

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(0:00) Redemption game for Brock Purdy, 49ers
(3:00) Possible inclement weather game in Philly
(5:00) Eagles prioritized resting starters in Week 18 over seeking No. 2 seed
(12:00) Questions surround 49ers' bruised LB corps entering playoffs
(14:00) Pressure on Bryce Huff, D-line to step up vs. Philly
(20:30) Why rest vs. rust debate comes into play for defending champion Eagles
(24:00) Can Week 18 loss serve as a 49ers wake-up call in win-or-go-home scenario?

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