National Football League

Andrews getting another opinion on back

Published Nov. 28, 2009 2:09 a.m. ET

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Philadelphia Eagles guard Shawn Andrews, hoping to avoid a second back surgery in two years, saw another specialist in Dallas to get another opinion on an injury that has sidelined him for the past two seasons.

Eagles coach Andy Reid said that Andrews, who went on injured reserve before the start of the season, was seeking more information on what is becoming a career-threatening injury.

"He's in Dallas getting a second opinion, well actually I guess it's a third opinion," Reid said Friday. "That request came from Dr. (Robert) Watkins."