NFC East Notebook: A closer look at Tony Romo; Rueben Randle needs to do more

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Every Monday and Friday, theScore's NFL editors will bring you a roundup of everything you need to know from around the division with the NFC East Notebook.

Dallas Cowboys

A closer look at the man under center. Sports Illustrated chronicles Tony Romo's rise from obscurity to the national spotlight.

The Cowboys predict big things from defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence in his return to the lineup. The team expects Lawrence to be a "significant contributor," according to The Dallas Morning News.

Ex-stripper's lawsuit against Jerry Jones dismissed. The Cowboys' owner is off the hook with regards to a lawsuit filed after an alleged incident at a Dallas hotel in 2009, ESPN reports.

New York Giants

Giants need more from new No. 1 receiver Rueben Randle. With Victor Cruz out for the season, Randle needs to do more with the targets he's been getting, according to The Wall Street Journal.

Giants cornerback Jayron Hosley says he's in a much better place mentally than he was in the preseason. After wondering whether he'd even make the roster, Hosley is now being thrust into a significant role with the team, NJ.com reports.

Giants know they must be better on defense against Cowboys. The Giants square off against one of the league's best offenses Sunday, and the team knows it's in for a challenge, according to pressofAtlanticCity.

Philadelphia Eagles

Chip Kelly says Brent Celek is what a Philadelphia Eagle looks like. Philly.com examines why the Eagles' head coach is so fond of his tight end.

Eagles' Chris Maragos playing key role on special teams. Maragos has quickly become a fan favorite thanks to his strong play, ESPN reports.

Chip Kelly has brought a culture of success to Philadelphia. The Inquirer examines the changes Kelly has implemented in his brief time in the NFL that have helped to make the team so successful.

Washington Redskins

Pierre Garcon is the forgotten man in the Redskins' offense. After setting a franchise record for receptions a year ago, Garcon has been an afterthought in Jay Gruden's offense, The Washington Post reports.

Redskins struggling to get Alfred Morris going. The Washington Post takes a closer look at the Redskins' back, who hasn't been able to provide a steady level of production in his third pro season.

Bashaud Breeland is learning on the fly. The Redskins' rookie got burned in Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals, but The Washington Times sees it as a learning experience for the 22-year-old.

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