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As controversy over rescinded White House invite boils, Eagles hit the field for practice

Turns out it’s a really nice day for an Organized Team Activity – the kind that involves jerseys and footballs, not trains and buses.

The Eagles changed their schedule to hit the practice field Tuesday after their visit to the White House was abruptly canceled by President Trump. Reporters are not allowed at the NovaCare Complex Tuesday but will be present Wednesday, when the aborted celebration is sure to remain a potent topic.

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As a few Eagles representatives worked through details of the visit in Washington on Monday, administration officials realized that fewer than 10 players were planning to join the contingent, led by team chairman Jeffrey Lurie.