Jets vs. Eagles: TV Schedule, Live Stream, Radio, Game Time and More

The New York Jets and Philadelphia Eagles will go through their final preparations for the regular season on Thursday night as the preseason comes to a close. The teams have been on completely different tracks so far—the Jets are 0-3 while the Eagles are 3-0.

Even though a team's exhibition record doesn't mean much in the grand scheme of things, there's definitely been cause for concern for the Jets. The offense hasn't generated a single touchdown in three games and neither Mark Sanchez or Tim Tebow has impressed.

The Eagles coaching staff should be pleased with the team's performance so far, but they would gladly trade all three of those wins for a healthy Michael Vick. Although the backup quarterbacks have played well, Vick still holds the key to Philadelphia's success in 2012.

Here's a look at all the key information for the preseason finale followed by what to watch for when the Jets and Eagles face off on Thursday.

Where: Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pa.

When: Thursday, Aug. 30 at 6:35 p.m. ET

Watch: WCBS (New York) or WPVI (Philadelphia)

Radio: WEPN 98.7 FM (Jets) or WIP 610 AM (Eagles)

Live Stream: Preseason Live

What's At Stake?

The starters for both sides are likely to see either limited or no playing time. Neither coaching staff wants to risk serious injury this late in the preseason and also have to evaluate plenty of backups before final cuts and setting the depth chart.

Although most of the starters will simply be going through the motions, it's the biggest game in the career of many of the players that should get featured prominently throughout the night. One big play or big mistake might decide their NFL fate.

So even though the level of play won't be up to usual NFL standards, there will be no shortage of intensity as borderline players attempt to earn a spot on the final roster.

Key Injuries (via CBS Sports)

Jets: Dustin Keller (questionable, hamstring), Santonio Holmes (questionable, multiple), David Harris (questionable, ankle) and Eric Smith (out, knee)

Eagles: Michael Vick (doubtful, ribs), Riley Cooper (doubtful, shoulder) and Jason Babin (questionable, calf)

What They're Saying

Despite the fact the Jets offense has struggled mightily throughout the preseason, head coach Rex Ryan remains upbeat about the unit, according to Manish Mehta of the New York Daily News.

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If anything, we’re going to draw some confidence from some of the things that we did (on Sunday night), Ryan said. Clearly, we’d like to score… I think we’re making some strides. By the time we get going (in the regular season), we will be a confident group. I don’t think there’s any doubt.

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Zach Berman of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports Michael Vick doesn't think he deserves the label of injury prone and isn't worried about the lack of preseason action.

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I'm not really concerned at all, Vick said. I felt like I had a great training camp. I felt I was in a rhythm. . . . I had the thumb. I had the rib. Being a 10-, 11-year vet, you've got to be able to be your best.

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Jets Player to Watch: Tim Tebow

Mark Sanchez will enter the regular season as the Jets starting quarterback. Who holds that job two months from now remains unknown. Tebow clearly has a lot of fan support after his run with the Denver Broncos last season.

The backup should see more playing time in the final preseason game than Sanchez, which gives him a final chance to show he can lead the offense on successful drives. Even one successful drive would be a step in the right direction based on the first three games.

Tebow is expected to play several different roles once the season starts, including punt protector, and Ryan surely has some wrinkles ready to roll for him. But sooner or later the offense will need to produce or the Jets are in for a long year.

Eagles Player to Watch: Chris Polk

LeSean McCoy comes off a terrific season in which he scored 20 touchdowns and totaled more than 1,600 offensive yards. He'll once again lead the Eagles' rushing attack, but the race to become his backup is still open.

Dion Lewis probably has the inside track on the job, but Polk is a player to keep an eye on. The rookie out of Washington was impressive in the team's win over Cleveland, showing a good burst en route to 39 yards on six carries.

Another strong performance on Thursday will go a long way in earning him a look once the season begins. His upside makes him an intriguing player to have on the roster in case McCoy has any injury issues.

Key Matchup to Watch: Jets offensive line vs. Eagles pass rush

The Eagles racked up five sacks against the Browns, and Jets quarterbacks were sacked four times by Carolina Panthers defenders on Sunday night. It's one area Philadelphia will try to exploit again no matter who's on the field.

Struggles along the offensive line are one of the main reasons the Jets offense has been so lackluster through the first three games. Even though the focus has been on the quarterbacks, they can only do so much if the pocket is constantly collapsing.

It wouldn't be a surprise if Ryan decides to leave his starting unit in the game for a few extra series in an attempt to help them build some chemistry.

The Jets open against a rebuilt Buffalo Bills defensive line and can't afford a weak line.

Prediction: Eagles 17, Jets 10