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Eagles’ Dunlap getting his chance

August 20th, 2009

The most attention King Dunlap received this preseason was when he stepped on Kevin Kolb’s foot and the Eagles backup quarterback sprained his knee.That’s about to change.Dunlap, 23, will start at left offensive tackle tonight against the Indianapolis Colts in place of the ailing Jason Peters.Aside from the fact that the second-year pro has never played in an NFL regular-season game, Dunlap will line up opposite Pro Bowl defensive end Dwight Freeney.Gulp. “I’m excited – a little nervous at the same time,” Dunlap said Tuesday after coach Andy Reid announced his starters. “But I’m excited to go out there against one of the best guys in the league. It’ll let me know where I’m at right …

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