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• Sunday's game is presented by 94WYSP and SPORTSRADIO 610 WIP.

Fan Featured on Sunday's Season Ticket: Sunday's featured fan is William Tolbert from Bala Cynwyd, PA. William is the definition of a true American and Eagles fan. While serving in the US Navy, William was stationed on board a nuclear powered submarine. Nearly every day, William would climb onto a pier and sing the Eagles fight song as loudly as possible. Every surrounding boat knew what it meant to be an Eagles fan. During a game against the Vikings in 2004, William heard his name announced over the loudspeaker. The Captain directed him into the radio room. Not knowing what to expect, William put on the headphones and heard the play-by-play for the game. William happily listened to all four quarters until the game ended with the Eagles on top. The Captain was so inspired by his loyalty to the team, he allowed William to listen to the post-game.

• Sunday's game is Military Day:
- Throughout the game, messages thanking military members for their services featuring Eagles cheerleaders, players and fans will be played on the videoboards.
- Sunday's National Anthemwill be performed by trumpet player, Dr. Jesse McGuire, from Phoenix, Arizona. He will also perform a special halftime rendition of ""God Bless America.""
- The Nation's Colorswill be presented when a field-sized American Flag is unfurled by members representing all branches of the United States military.

Gates to HeadHouse Plaza will open at 1:00 p.m.
HeadHouse Plaza Activities: For those in attendance for Sunday's game, HeadHouse Plaza will feature activities prior to kickoff including:
- Thomas Jefferson University Hospitals will be in the HeadHouse Plaza to promote their Heart Healthy Tailgate Guide. They will have an Aramark chef cooking up heart healthy foods. Fans can stop by for a chance to sample the food, pick up a tailgate guide and win a prize.
- A live performance from Mr. Greengenes.
- Eagles Youth Partnership will host a tent with information about the new Eagles license plates.
- A live pregame broadcast from 94 WYSP.
- Interactive games and activities will be available for fans of all ages. A quarterback accuracy challenge, an obstacle course, a Pepsi inflatable and face painting will be in the Interactive Zone. Papa John's will sponsor a field goal challenge on the Plaza. Face painting will also be available in a booth along the plaza with displays from Teva Pharmaceuticals.
- Eagles Cheerleaders will host a booth where fans can purchase the 2010-11, eco-friendly swimsuit calendar.
- Pepsi will have a branded motorcycle on display and will be giving out free samples. Best Buy's Fantasy Football Kiosk allows fans to check stats and change rosters. Verizon Wireless will host an interactive booth. The Mobile Fan Zone will be onsite to allow fans to play Madden NFL 11.
- The Eagles Drumline will parade throughout the parking lots and tailgates, arriving on the plaza prior to kickoff.

Parking costsfor lots in the sports complex are $25 for cars; $50 for oversized vehicles. Although traffic conditions near the Sports Complex have improved, with over 70,000 fans coming to the game on Thursday, there will inevitably be traffic tie-ups in the area of Lincoln Financial Field.

• Sunday's Kids Club Biggest Fan of the Gameis Nia Anderson from Newark, DE. She will receive two free tickets and sideline passes for the game.

• Sunday'sSnapple Coin-Toss Kidsare Shaina Gibson from Philadelphia, PA and Bobby Di Donato from Williamstown, NJ

Dietz and Watson Hometown Hero: Sunday's Dietz and Watson Hometown Hero is Patrick Heffernan, Marine Corps Sergeant (E-5). Marine Corps Sergeant Patrick Heffernan is a Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear Defense Specialist (CBRN), trained to deal with military and civilian hazmat incidents. Aside from this, he trains his fellow Marines to perform their duties in gas masks and chemical protective clothing. Stationed at the Naval Air Station Joint Reserve Base Willow Grove, Sergeant Heffernan recently returned from a 7-month deployment to Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. Marine Corps Sergeant Patrick Heffeman will be joined by Momma Dietz, the Chairman of Dietz & Watson, a family owned company since 1939. For over 70 years, Dietz & Watson has been one of the largest preparers of Premium Deli Meats and Artisan Cheeses

Coach of the Week: Sunday's Coach of the Week is Coach Vince Bedesem of Council Rock South High School in Newtown, PA. Coach Bedesem led Council Rock South to victories in its first eight games this season. Bedesem is in his ninth year as coach of the Golden Hawks, having compiled a 44-42 seasons in his first eight seasons. He has been the Council Rock South coach since the school opened in 2002. Congratulations to Coach Bedesem and his school's athletic department, which will be receiving $1,000 as part of this award.

Honorary Captain: Sunday's Honorary Captain is SSG Donald Columber. SSG Columber has served in the Army for 15 years and currently serves with the Warrior Transition Unit. He is a two time Iraq veteran, serving both in 2003 and 2008 as an artillery platoon sergeant and will mobilize in less than three months for an 18 month deployment to Afghanistan.

Teva Pharmaceuticals Family Starting Line-ups: Each week, the Eagles choose between three and five families whose lives have recently been affected by a medical condition to receive tickets to the game courtesy of Teva Pharmaceuticals. These families will have the opportunity to watch warm-ups from the sidelines and be on the field as the Eagles starters are announced! This week's families are from The USOand Twilight Wish.

Teva Pharmaceuticals Community Red Zone: Each week, the Eagles highlight two local charitable organizations that are making a difference in the community, courtesy of Teva Pharmaceuticals. The organizations receive exhibit space in the HeadHouse Plaza so they can provide information on their services to fans, along with tickets to the game. This week's organizations are: Operation Warmand Twilight Wish. Operation Warm is a non-profit that provides new winter coats to children in need through community partnerships, and Twilight Wish, an organization with a mission to enrich lives by granting the wishes of elders who have helped others.

Philadelphia Eagles Scratch Off Pennsylvania Lottery Tickets: Eagles Instant Scratch Off lottery tickets are currently available in ticket vending machines at Lincoln Financial Field on game day. These tickets can be purchased in the vending machines at each of the following locations: sections 106, 122, C6, C16 and in the HeadHouse Lobby. Each ticket is $5. If a winning ticket is purchased, the cash prize may be redeemed at the Eagles Ticket Office windows in the HeadHouse Lobby. Participants must be 18 years or older to play.

Ticket Donations: Philadelphia Eagles fans have the option to donate their home game tickets to charity for any game throughout the 2010-11 season. Donated tickets are given to local non-profit organizations and deserving children in the Greater Philadelphia region. Interested fans can visit PhiladelphiaEagles.com to learn how to donate tickets.

Designated Driver Program: The Eagles are teaming up with Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Miller Lite and TEAM Coalition to administer a Designated Driver program on game day. Fans who sign up to be a designated driver receive a wristband redeemable for a free soft drink. Text the word DRIVER to 78247 and follow the instructions for a quick and easy way to pledge to be a designated driver. Additionally, you can sign up at the Designated Driver booths located in the HeadHouse Plaza, Section 107, Section C13, and Section 213 or visit your nearest Guest Services Centers or Concierge Desk.

Local Fare: The Eagles and ARAMARK continue to bolster the 2010 menu roster with popular, local favorites, adding Tony Luke's Cheesesteaks, Rick's Steaks and Planet Hoagie. These newcomers, available in sections 112-115, join a dining lineup that already features the Schmitter and Bassett's Original Memphis BBQ available on HeadHouse Plaza.

Gender Specific Search Lines: Each gate and entrance to Lincoln Financial Field will have signs designating security search lines as: Male, Female, or Family. Family lines are for groups that prefer to stay together through the security process. As guests approach the gate, they will be instructed to locate and follow the signs for their designated security search line. This layout has been designed to improve the flow through security and ensure guests enter Lincoln Financial Field in a timely manner.

GuestAssist: Guests of Lincoln Financial Field who wish to report issues and concerns, ask for information or call for assistance in a fast, easy and convenient way can do so by texting our GuestAssist text message service. Text messages should be addressed to 78247. In the body of the text, type the word ASSIST

with the issue and location. Guests will receive an automatic response when the text is received. Stadium personnel will respond quickly and accordingly. On non-event days, guests can contact the Guest Services Hotline at (267) 570-4400 for assistance.

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