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Eagles’ Nigel Bradham has a broken thumb but intends to play against Washington

The Eagles defense suffered yet another injury blow in Sunday's come-from-behind win over the Giants.

Linebacker Nigel Bradham broke his left thumb in three places in the 25-22 victory. He didn't miss a single snap, but had surgery to repair the thumb on Monday.

He said Wednesday that he fully intends to play in Monday night's important division battle against the Redskins at the Linc.

"I mean I assume so," he said. "I played Sunday [with it]. I'm pretty sure I'll be able to play with it [this week]. I'll be able to protect it and keep it protected.