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Zach Cunningham returns to Eagles practice ahead of critical matchup vs. Cowboys

This summer, Zach Cunningham joined the Eagles as a veteran linebacker who has played exceptionally well when allowed to shine in the middle of a defense.

Cunningham then went from added depth to starting at middle linebacker after Nakobe Dean initially went on injured reserve with a foot injury.

The veteran exited Philadelphia’s Week 12 win against Buffalo with a hamstring injury, and Cunningham missed last week’s loss to the 49ers. He was a limited participant in Wednesday’s practice and now looks to be a full-go on Thursday.

Cunningham has 71 tackles, four passes defensed, and a fumble recovery while starting nine of the Eagles’ 11 games this season.

More importantly, the Philadelphia defense is more efficient and better against the pass when he’s in the lineup.

Story originally appeared on Eagles Wire