Westbrook cleared to play after 2 concussions

PHILADELPHIA -- Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was cleared to play after recovering from two concussions and is expected to return against the Denver Broncos.

Coach Andy Reid said on Wednesday that Westbrook did "perfect" on his testing and is "ready to roll" for the NFC East-leading Eagles (10-4) in Sunday's home game.

"Unless there's a setback, I think that's what he's counting on, the doctors and everybody else," Reid said.

The former All-Pro running back has missed the last five games after suffering his second concussion in three weeks against San Diego on Nov. 15. His first career concussion came against Washington on Oct. 26. Westbrook sat out two games before returning prematurely against the Chargers.

Westbrook will likely have a limited role in the offense, sharing plays with halfback LeSean McCoy and fullback Leonard Weaver.

"I don't think it's fair to him to throw him in every snap," Reid said. "I'm just concerned about him not having played in games, getting up on game speed."

Westbrook, once the key weapon in Philadelphia's offense, has just 225 yards rushing and 156 yards receiving in six games. The Eagles are just 3-3 when Westbrook has played.

"He's a great player," Reid said. "He's one of the smartest players I've ever coached. He brings leadership out there."