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Eagles coach explains DeMarco Murray reduced role

DeMarco Murray played only 14 snaps in the Eagles' 35-28 win over the New England Patriots, and the reduced role might not be limited to Sunday. Although coach Chip Kelly has not officially demoted Murray, he gave no indication that Murray will be the team's top running back.

"Our game plan each week depends on who we're playing, what we're doing and who is available," Kelly said when asked about Murray getting more carries. "Each week we look at who is available and we put a game plan together against the team we are playing. So I don't know how much more plainly I can say that to you.