2008 Philadelphia Eagles Thread

[mikeybot]

Didn't see it started yet, nothing much directly team related, but saw this on fmqb.

WYSP Renews Eagles Deal, Simulcast on WIP
February 20, 2008

The Philadelphia Eagles broadcast partnership with WYSP will continue with a new deal being inked that will also include a simulcast on CBS Radio sister-station WIP-AM. The two stations will carry the same in-game coverage that has aired on WYSP since it began as the Eagles flagship station sixteen years ago. Each station will have its own unique pre and post game coverage. Merrill Reese and Mike Quick will continue as play by play hosts.

“The fact that we were able to reach an agreement that increases the length and scope of our deal is a testament to the power of the Eagles brand and the support of the passionate fan base,” said CBS Radio Market Manager and 610 WIP-AM General Manager Marc Rayfield. “We are thrilled to be able to expand the game broadcast to 610 WIP and integrate the Eagles across the family of CBS Radio stations in Philadelphia.”

“The CBS Radio group has been an important partner for almost two decades and the way many of our fans were introduced to and follow our team” said Eagles President/COO Joe Banner. “We appreciate all they have done for us over the years and are happy to be extending the partnership further.”

“There was significant competition for these rights and we are happy to be able to extend our long-time partnership with the team,” said WYSP VP/GM David Yadgaroff. “The popularity of the team is unmatched, and we look forward to being the voice of Eagles for many years to come.”

To the delight of Eagles fans that can't stand listening to Fox television commentator and former Dallas Cowboy Troy Aikman, there is a possibility that one of the broadcasts will be set to synch with local television coverage.
http://www.fmqb.com/Article.asp?id=591292

I'm actually pretty happy about this. I can listen to them and completely boycott 94 now.

[SabresRule]

fuck wysp in their shit holes. and kidd chris too

[Aizazzle]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7...-on-L.J.-Smith

The Eagles franchising LJ Smith, annoys the shit out of me. L.J is getting paid Top 5 TE money, but he is not good enough to get paid that kind of money. I would have preferred the Eagles making a run at Dallas Clark, and pay him Top 5 tight end money.

Not a good begining to the offseason...

Oh and Fuck WYSP in their fuckholes..

[Aizazzle]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3260366

Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Mike Patterson is facing drug possession charges after being arrested in the southern New Jersey town where he lives.

According to Philadelphia-area media outlets, Evesham Township, N.J. police said Patterson, 24, was arrested along with his brother early last Saturday, Feb. 16.

Police said they approached a vehicle that had apparently been in a minor accident and smelled what appeared to be burning marijuana coming from the car. According to police, Patterson and his brother, Tyrone Patterson, 28, were inside the car, and police also found a small quantity of marijuana inside the car.

According to media reports, police arrested and charged Mike Patterson with possession of marijuana under 50 grams. He was later released. Tyrone Patterson, who lives with his younger brother, was charged with resisting arrest and later posted bail.

Mike Patterson, whom the Eagles drafted in 2005 from USC, had 67 tackles, including a career-high four sacks, in 2007.

Just fucking great, the future of our D-Line is getting charged with possession. This off season isn't turning out to be good, so far.

http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/Story.asp?story_id=15129

INDIANAPOLIS -- Given the healthy salary cap situations of most teams and the relative scarcity of players who are likely to come available on the open market, Eagles President Joe Banner predicts free agency will be faster moving than in recent years. And given all of the 12:01 a.m. deals we've seen in the past, that is saying something.

Banner addressed Philadelphia reporters Thursday at the NFL's Scouting Combine in Indianapolis and said things are moving quickly around the league. Trade talk between the teams has been brisk, and whether or not those deals eventually are done, the early read is to be ready to dive in quickly.

"There are more trade talks than there have been in a while. There is more value with players under old contracts because the new contracts are going to be so much larger than the old contracts," said Banner. "I don't know how many trades are actually going to happen, but there is more conversation than in the past. The free-agent market is going to be kind of crazy. It's going to be quick. As with every year, a small number of guys are going to get deals and everybody is going to go, 'Wow,' and there are going to be some values either early or late with players who can help you and contribute, but not with names that people necessarily know. It will be a little more furious than usual at the beginning. I think it's likely there will be more trades than usual."

Interesting stuff. The Eagles are in the middle of the pack as far as salary cap room goes, so they have to be judicious with their shopping. Banner and head coach Andy Reid reiterated throughout the day on Thursday that they like the current roster, one that returns 21 of 22 starters from 2007's 8-8 team.

Banner, in town primarily to meet with the agents of current Eagles to discuss potential long-term deals and the state of those affairs, didn't get into anything concrete as far as what the Eagles might do. He said the approach the team plans to take is the same one it always takes: If the Eagles see a player they think can upgrade the roster, at any position, they will do so.

The structure of the free agency period has changed over the years, but Banner is OK with that. He knows the fans are on the edge of their seats.

"This is a fun, exciting but also stressful time," he said. "At this moment, we know what we'd like to do, but we also have no idea of what anybody else's plans are. So it's very exciting, but it's also very nerve-wracking. You hope you can put together enough deals so that the primary goals of your plan are reached."

What is the team's approach?

"Even in the years when we've ended up hardly doing anything, we've always had a fairly-aggressive plan," said Banner. "What's more hopeful than probably I was a month ago is the activity on the trade side. Usually at this point, there is only one way to really improve your team, which is free agency and there were so few free agents. We saw that being a very limiting market. The fact that you have at least two avenues that we may, or may not, pursue, but the fact that other teams may pursue ... just the fact that there are two acive paths to improve your team give you a better chance to make your team better."

Maybe, then, while free-agent signings gain the headlines early after February 29 starts, trades will gather some attention, too. It all makes for a fascinating period, and Banner thinks that there is a group of players that could be traded "within three to five days" after free agency begins, if at all.

Will the Eagles be players for the players? We shall see.

This gives me hope that the Eagles will at least attempt to do something in free agency this, and hopefully improve this team, because the rest of the NFC East is doing all it can to win the division.

Update

The Eagles on Friday signed wide receiver Brandon "Bam" Childress to a two-year contract.

Childress (5-10, 185) was signed by the New England Patriots in 2005 as an undrafted rookie. He spent most of his first two NFL seasons on the Patriots practice squad, including all of last season.

Childress, who played collegiately at Ohio State, has five receptions for 39 yards in three career games.

Ladies and Gentleman Joe Banner, sorry, the amazing Joe Banner is keeping true to his word, and signing free agents left and right. He begins with the signing of Bam Childress. The name doesn't sound familiar? Don't worry you are not the only one , there are maybe 5 people who have heard of the guy.

This is our fucking free agent signing, while the Cowboys pick up Zach Thomas..

[Ballbuster1]

So Patterson smokes a little weed. Who doesn't?

Banner's an ass. End of story.

[Aizazzle]

So Patterson smokes a little weed. Who doesn't?


I have no problems with Patterson smoking weed. Just don't be stupid enough to get caught..

[mikeybot]

Like Hugh Douglas just said on WIP about 30 min ago when calling in, "If you're going to do that, you gotta have a weed man"

[Bud8Weiser]

So Patterson smokes a little weed. Who doesn't?

Banner's an ass. End of story.

QFMFT

[Zona992006]

uh..go Eagles?

[Aizazzle]

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles have cut Jevon Kearse.

The Eagles released the former rookie of the year Thursday. The 31-year-old defensive end failed to live up to the lofty expectations when he signed as a free agent in 2004.

Kearse recorded 3 1/2 sacks in 14 games last season and saw his playing time diminish late in the year. He missed most of the 2006 season with a knee injury.

Early in his career, Kearse was one of the NFL's most feared pass rushers. He had 36 sacks in his first three season. He earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1999.

It was a pretty much an expected move by the Eagles. Kearse was good for one year(2004), but even then he didn't live up to the potential of his contract.

The Eagles brought back two reserve but valuable members of their secondary on Thursday, signing safety J.R. Reed to a one-year deal and cornerback Joselio Hanson to a one-year tender.

Both were scheduled to become restricted free agents on Friday.


Good deals by the Eagles. JR Reed played pretty well in the time he got. He also has the potential to be a good kick returner, so to see him back is a god deal.

Hanson is a decent player, so another good decsion by the Iggles. Even if someone decides to pursue him now, we still get a second round pick.

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with fullback Thomas Tapeh, who spent the first four years of his NFL career with the Philadelphia Eagles.

We need to start looking for a decent FB. I don't know the details of the contract, but if he got reasonable money, then it was a mistake by the Eagles, to let him go. He was only 28, and he was the guy, that Westbrook had his best year behind.

The NFL free agency sweepstakes is less than 12 hours old, but Comcast SportsNet's Derrick Gunn is reporting that the Eagles already have a deal in place with Patriots free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel.

No formal announcement has been made, but the Eagles' official web site has shut down because it was overloaded with traffic from running a photo of Samuel and an announcement that he will meet with the Philadelphia media this afternoon.

Samuel is one of the best cornerbacks in the NFL, and he is expected to get a contract somewhere in the neighborhood of the seven-year, $64 million deal that Nate Clements received with the 49ers last year. Giving a free agent that much money would run counter to the way the Eagles usually do things, but Samuel might be too good a player to pass up.

Dear God please let this happen! It has been said before, and I will say it again: The Eagles need a playmaker on defense. Samuel is a playmaker we can use. If the Eagles don't sign, I will be pissed.

[Aizazzle]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Asante Samuel signs with the Eagles for 6 years, Spaddaro just reported it on philadelphiaeagles.com, terms aren't disclosed yet, but it is official.

Good job Banner, Reid, and Lurie!

Ladeis and Gentlemen, introducing the latest Philadelphia Eagle, from Universal Central Florida, #?? Asante Samueeellllll...

Now get me Fitzgerald or Roy Williams :action-sm

[Ballbuster1]

Good news. I hope they do a little more. They need it.

[Sinn Fein]

They need to find a quarterback, but since they aren't looking for one like they should be... I don't expect much.

[Aizazzle]

Moss listening to other offers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271409)

Why isn't Joe Banner on the phone right now talking to Moss' agent? We need an elite WR, and there aren't many WR's, who are more elite than Moss. They should at least make an effort for Moss, only because he is the best WR available right now. The Eagles also need to take in consideration that the Cowboys might make a play at him, and if that happens, I don't care how strong your defense is, you aren't beating the Cowboys.

They need to find a quarterback, but since they aren't looking for one like they should be... I don't expect much.
I don't agree with your opinion on McNabb, but even if I did, simply put there are no good QB's out there in Free Agency land. The best one was Derek Anderson, and he was locked up by the Browns.

[Capt.Caveman]

IS there still talk about trading Mcnabb? Haven't heard about it much on the Bears board in about a month.

[flyerfan116]

McNabb isn't going anywhere and signing Samuel proves it. Like Aizazzle said there aren't any good QB's out there..now if someone called and offered a deal i would think they may entertain it but i t's definitely not something thats active. I think they are ready to give McNabb one last shot and see how he makes out. I don't see Kolb coming out of the gate as a superstar so they put a good team together give the ball to McNabb and see what he does if they suck by mid-season it wouldn't suprise me one bit to see McNabb pulled and Kolb get some play time

[Aizazzle]

Clemons joins Eagles: The Philadelphia Eagles have struck again. One day after signing CB Asante Samuel, they have signed LB/DE Chris Clemons to a five-year contract. The four-year veteran, who had a career-high eight sacks for Oakland last season

I guess Banner was right, the Eagles certainly aren't holding back in signing guys. Another good move by them. Clemons was 10th in the AFC in sacks, and he should help Cole a lot on the other side. The Eagles defense has become vastly improved in the last two days. However, they need to get offensive help to become contenders again.

[Ballbuster1]

I think they are ready to give McNabb one last shot and see how he makes out. I don't see Kolb coming out of the gate as a superstar so they put a good team together give the ball to McNabb and see what he does if they suck by mid-season it wouldn't suprise me one bit to see McNabb pulled and Kolb get some play time

Yeah, I figure this is his last shot. I really hope they get some offensive improvement.

[Kugzilla]

They won't touch Moss after the TO debacle.

McNabb isn't going anywhere unless he gets hurt.

I like the signings so far.

[Aizazzle]

http://www.rotoworld.com/content/playerpages/playerbreakingnews.asp?sport=NFL&id=1661&line=113595&spln=1
A source tells the Trenton Times that the Eagles and Cardinals had talks about a trade that would send Larry Fitzgerald to Philadelphia. The source calls Arizona's asking price "absurd."


I'm just shocked that the Eagles even pursued Fitzgerald. It seems like they realize that the Eagles window of oppurtunity is closing, and this is their best oppurtunity to win a Superbowl. Too bad the Cards are being complete cunts about trading Fitzgerald. Hopefully, the Eagles make an attempt at Roy Williams, if this doesn't work out.

[Kugzilla]

It's early yet too-some of these guys may come a lot easier when we get closer to the draft.

[Aizazzle]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274806&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines
Citing a source close to the situation, the Boston Herald reported on Monday that the Eagles actually offered Moss more money than he will receive from the Patriots. Philadelphia had already lured away New England defensive back Asante Samuel this offseason.

WTF??? I fucking hate you Randy Moss, and I hope you fucking die in a fucking fiery car crash you shitdick. If we had this fucking nagger, the Superbowl was ours. Why couldn't he sign for money? Why? Why? :cry3::cry3::cry3:

[Kugzilla]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274806&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines


WTF??? I fucking hate you Randy Moss, and I hope you fucking die in a fucking fiery car crash you shitdick. If we had this fucking nagger, the Superbowl was ours. Why couldn't he sign for money? Why? Why? :cry3::cry3::cry3:

I'm not sure I believe that.

[Aizazzle]

The NFL Network's Adam Schefter is reporting that the Eagles have signed Dan Klecko to a one-year contract.

Klecko has primarily played defensive tackle during his five-year NFL career with the Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots, but the Eagles plan to move him to fullback.

The 5-foot-11, 275-pound Klecko, who is the son of former Jets defensive lineman and Temple great Joe Klecko, was the Patriots’ fourth-round draft pick in 2003. He won two Super Bowl rings with the Patriots and one with the Colts.

Meh, I guess its a good move.

[You Know Him]

have there been any new rumblings regarding any WR's we are targeting??

[eatabullet]

have there been any new rumblings regarding any WR's we are targeting??

Looking more and more like they are going to address it via the draft (or draft day maneuvering).

[Ballbuster1]

They have to do something. The past is proof. Even though TO was
a pain in the ass, when they got a premier receiver they went right
to the big show. You can't run a team that leans heavily on passing
and not have a top rate wide receiver.

[Kugzilla]

I think the fact that they made a move on Randy Moss a while back shows that they see they need help there. Not sure what's left for them to do, barring a big draft day move.

I think we all know this is the last poke for the team in this makeup...just one title please!?

[eatabullet]

I think the fact that they made a move on Randy Moss a while back shows that they see they need help there. Not sure what's left for them to do, barring a big draft day move.

I think we all know this is the last poke for the team in this makeup...just one title please!?

I know Reid and company tend to play it very close to the vest, but after missing on Moss they seemed to go into denial mode about addressing the glaring need.

I have confidence in the front office, but it's still unsettling in my mind.

IF they make a move for a WR on draft day, I suppose we'll be saying goodbye to Lito.

[Kugzilla]

I"d say goodbye to a kidney at this point if it meant we got to hold the big silver thing shaped like a football on a pedestal that the Giants got to play with this past winter.

*Sigh*

[eatabullet]

I"d say goodbye to a kidney at this point if it meant we got to hold the big silver thing shaped like a football on a pedestal that the Giants got to play with this past winter.

*Sigh*

I hear ya man. I just have a special place in the ol' heart for Sheppard, as he's always come up HUGE against Dallas.

[Aizazzle]

Week 1 - St. Louis 1pm (W)
Week 2 - at Dallas Monday Night Football (W)
Week 3 - Pittsburgh 4:15pm CBS national game (L)
Week 4 - at Chicago Sunday Night Football (W)
Week 5 - Washington 1pm (W)
Week 6 - at San Francisco (W)
Week 7 - BYE
Week 8 - Atlanta 1pm (W)
Week 9 - at Seattle 4pm (L)
Week 10 - NY Giants Sunday Night Football (W)
Week 11 - at Cincinnati (W)
Week 12 - at Baltimore (L)
Week 13 - Arizona Thanksgiving Night (W)
Week 14 - at NY Giants (L)
Week 15 - Cleveland Monday Night Football (W)
Week 16 - at Washington (W)
Week 17 - vs Dallas (L)

The schedule just came out, and it's not a bad one. What surprises me is that for an 8-8 team last year the Eagles have 5-6 nationally televised games this year. Also, I think we have our first ever (in my memory) Thanksgiving Day home game, and it's against the Cardinals, which translates into a win. I have the Eagles going 11-5, looking at the schedule.

* We definitely split with the Cowboys, so it's interchangeable, whether we win at home or on the road.

[Ballbuster1]

Birds always get good national coverage. Good season or not, they
do draw numbers. They are always very high in merchandise sales
every year so the league knows what the people want to see.

They always seem to get a good tv shchedule including a number
of SNF & MNF games.

[Wilmington WOW]

all ready talking about the thanksgiving night game 8 PM
all day turkey day in the parking lot

the lions and cowboys get their traditional home thansgiving DAY games
This is a night game on the NFL network

5 national primetime games - nice
I guess the league thinks the birds will be back, plus eagels = good ratings

[Aizazzle]

Draft Day!

The general consnsus is that Eagles will draft a Offensive Linemen. The only question is: Who is it going to be that the Eagles, or maybe who is going to fall to 19? From what I have heard the Eagles love Jeff Otah from Pitt, and Chris Williams from Vanderbilt, but who knows whether either on of them will fall to 19. There are also reports that eagles might trade up to get Otah....

Then again the Eagles might surprise us yet again, in this draft.

Aaaaaand

Lito is pretty much an ex-Eagle. He went down to to visit the Bucs a few days ago, and the Bucs and him have reached an agreement on an extension with him. The Eagles get a second round pick and a player from the Bucs in return. It's a shame to see Lito go (I'll always remember his picks against the Cowpussies) , but it is a good move on the part of the Eagles, trying to avoid a potential cancerous situation in the Locker Room.

[Kugzilla]

And with the 19th pick, the Eagles select.....Carolina.

groan.

[Philly loser]

Every year I get excited for the draft.

This year I expected a Lito trade, a Roy Williams signing, and maybe a pick.

Sure, my expectations are way too high, but so far it doesn't make an exciting draft.

Getting a 2, a 4 and a 1 next year is a great trade, but I want something NOW.

[Kugzilla]

missed the 1 for next year. ok, so it's not a horrible trade, but yeah, this is the year, as everyone is older and we all know McNabb's gone after next year if they don't win it all.

I am already tired, and the season is 133 days away

[Kugzilla]

What just happened?

[Kugzilla]

Eagles trade a 4th rounder to Miami for RB Lorenzo Booker. YEAH! WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!

Here are his amazing stats! SUPER BOWL HERE WE COME!!!


http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/players/profile?statsId=8325

[Philly loser]

So... after 3.5 hours the Eagles have added Lorenzo Booker?

It actually makes sense. He is a RB who can catch passes out of the backfield. I know nothing about the guy. I'm sure he fits the Andy mold and has character and can catch a screen pass.

The #1 next year is great and all, but with #4 running the team in 09, we won't really be making a run for the title, so I guess will take two OTs next year with our two #1's.

What happened to the Roy Williams rumors? What happened to the Lito trades? In short... what happened?

[Kugzilla]

If they are just saving cash so they can sign Boldin or Roy, I will forgive them, but gawd I am so irritated.

[Philly loser]

I would agree with you on that Kugzilla, but do you really believe they'll pull the trigger on one of those guys?

When they got Carolina's 3 picks, I thought they might be trying to work something for Williams.

At this point, I think I'm bailing on the draft because it just pisses me off.

[mikeybot]

Wow, the got a running back, and they never really commit to the run. Fan-fucking-tastic.
Assholes.

[Kugzilla]

what just happened? We traded to the vikings?

[EvilHomerJ666]

I was furious yesterday about the shitty trades. But in hindsight when you look at the deal they got and the fact they were still able to get DeSean Jackons at 49 it's pretty good. Now they have 2 first round picks for next year as trade bait for a wr. Which in theory is good.

[Aizazzle]

. Now they have 2 first round picks for next year as trade bait for a wr. Which in theory is good.

Exactly
---

I know they got great value, but it does absolutely nothing for me this year. I wanted some immediate help, so we can amke a run at the Super Bowl this year, with Donnie's last year.

Second they needed a OL, they gave up the most or second most sack in the league, in a division with Giants (Osi, Strahan), Cowboys (Spears) and Redskins (they drafted someone good this year, I think). And so far the Eagles haven't addressed the need for a OL.

[Aizazzle]

With training camp about 4 days away, let's get some Eagles news.

Lito signs everyone's favorite agent, Drew Rosenhaus. I mean at this point we know Lito is pretty pissed off, that he didn't get traded. Hiring Rosenhaus is just an added evidence, since everyone knows how much Andy and the boys hate dealing with him.

Philadelphia Inquirer

Lito Sheppard hires Drew Rosenhaus

History was repeated yesterday when an Eagles player unhappy with his contract fired his agent and replaced him with Drew Rosenhaus.

The player this time is cornerback Lito Sheppard, who missed the Eagles' two-week voluntary camp last month and has made it known that he's unhappy with his contract, which has four years remaining and will pay him a base salary of $2 million this season.

Exactly what this means for Sheppard's immediate future isn't clear. A source close to Sheppard said the cornerback would be there when Eagles veterans are scheduled to report to training camp a week from today at Lehigh University.

The Eagles confirmed that they are aware of Sheppard's decision to dump agent Lamont Smith in favor of Rosenhaus. A league source said the team and the high-profile agent were determined not to have a repeat of the circus that engulfed the franchise in 2005 when former Eagle Terrell Owens got into an incendiary contract dispute that included heated arguments with his teammates and coaches, well-documented sit-ups by the star receiver on his Moorestown driveway, and the eventual dismissal of T.O. from the team.

"We have signed Lito as a new client," Rosenhaus said after a meeting with the Eagles at the NovaCare Complex. "I'm trying to keep somewhat of a low profile. We're going to keep everything real positive. I've had a lot of positive dealings with the team recently. I'm confident that we're going to find a mutually beneficial solution to this situation, and we expect things to move in a positive direction."

Sheppard did not return a phone call last night.

Multiple sources confirmed that Rosenhaus met with vice president of player personnel Howie Roseman. Team president Joe Banner, who is on vacation, took part in the meeting via conference call.

"It was a relatively positive conversation, and the Eagles expect him to be at camp when the vets report next Thursday," a team source said.

While it's certainly a good sign that Sheppard plans to be in training camp and that the situation is not nearly as volatile as the T.O. saga, it remains to be seen how a lot of things are resolved.

It's still entirely possible that the Eagles could deal Sheppard to another team, something they tried to do before the draft in April.

If Sheppard isn't traded, it will be interesting to see who gets the majority of playing time at right cornerback. Head coach Andy Reid is on the record as saying that Asante Samuel is the starting left cornerback, leaving close friends Sheppard and Sheldon Brown competing for playing time at right cornerback.

Defensive coordinator Jim Johnson said last month that Brown would defend the slot receiver when the Eagles have three cornerbacks on the field in their nickel formation. Johnson estimated that the Eagles use three cornerbacks about 65 percent of the time.

Can the three-headed cornerback situation work?

Can the Eagles have a happily-ever-after ending with Rosenhaus as one of the main characters in the story?

Will Sheppard end up elsewhere?

These and plenty of other questions will begin to be answered in the near future.

McNabb is saying his shoulder is at 100%. This can only be good news, knowing this guy's injury history, right? McNabb's health should also benefit from Strahan retiring, and his nightmares should get better, since the Giants D-Line is a little less scarier.


Philadelphia Inquirer

Donovan McNabb said in his most recent blog on yardbarker.com that his "shoulder is fine" and that he's been working out in Phoenix with teammate Brian Dawkins in preparation for the start of training camp.

The Eagles quarterback and some of his teammates, including all rookies, are scheduled to report to Lehigh University on Monday. The first workout will take place a week from today, with the remaining veterans reporting July 24.

McNabb, after providing an encouraging address on the state of Philadelphia sports, said he would be joined by some of his receivers this week.

"I'm feeling great, the shoulder is fine, and I can't wait to get started this season," McNabb said.

McNabb, who's in his 10th season with the Eagles, was shut down during the final week of team workouts last month because of shoulder tendinitis. Coach Andy Reid said at the time that he expected McNabb to be ready for the start of training camp.

Our two top picks (Laws and Jackson) haven't been signed, yet. No need to worry though, only two draft picks from the second round have been signed. My guess is that the Eagles are waiting, so they know the market, and then they sign Jackson and Laws.

[DocSavage]

I know it is retreading stuff...but getting Laws and Jackson 1 & 2 and then getting two first rounders next year is ok in my eyes for these reasons:

1) we needed depth at DT and Laws is a Qaulity leader type guy.
2) Jackson will be a playmaker and projected into the top ten PTC (prior to charges). I think he will turn many heads and be an impact player right away. He seems to have much better hands then Devin Hester.
3) Getting two first round picks next year will have many of the boo birds cheering Reid again for his brillance. It should be a much better draft class then this one which many believe to be one of the weakest ever.
4) Laws (like Patterson) seems to have a good amount of speed and low quick form that will make blocking inside as much a priority as outside. And in typical Jimmy Johnson mindset, Speed + freshly rotated players in will wreck havok in the backfield.

[Wilmington WOW]

wow mini camp or what ever they call it now

there is no interest in the birds now
i guess it is due to the phills and the lousy season and no exciting draft picks this year

[Bob]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a293/raiojr/eagles3ls7ld.gif
Going to the Thanksgiving game this year cant wait. Go Birds.

[Aizazzle]

Well, the mysterious Shawn Andrews absence from camp is no longer a mystery. The reason he is missing is because he is battling depression.

http://ap.google.com/article/ALeqM5jq0jDkGQNFwfz8rwfdQJpnVdaJMgD92BS0AO1

[peas hode]

waa waa waa poor depressed fucking millionaire..you got problems OK depression is a serious issue..but you signed a contract to play football and the organization expescts you to play, if you can not play you are obligated to tell the fuckin team why, sitting at home in silence for 3 weeks is bullshit. All he had to do was talk to Reid or someone in the organization coordinate with his doctors, etc. and this whole issue could have been averted

[Wilmington WOW]

he should have been at camp
the team would have got him the medical help he needed
instead he stayed away from camp without telling anyone what was going on for a week

[Aizazzle]

The Eagles announced Friday the signing of running back Brian Westbrook to a new contract. Terms of the deal were not disclosed ...


Finally we see a deal get done. I'm hoping we didn't pay him the $30 million he asked for, but a reasonable amount. It is really nice to see the Eagles get a deal done with Westbrook. Now he can concentrate on the football aspect of the season, instead of disgruntled players.

[Ballbuster1]

Glad they got this ironed out early. Time to concentrate on winning.
McNabb looked good once he got into a rhythm.

Gotta see how well Kolb does.

[maz]

HMMM

Wonder how this got Stickied ? :D

[Ballbuster1]

HMMM

Wonder how this got Stickied ? :D
I have no clue.

Happens every year.

Guess the board does it automatically...:icon_lol:

[Jimmy's Dignity]

http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9651/prayinty1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
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:action-sm

[Aizazzle]

It should be a bit easier after that gap toothed wiggle retiring.


I'm hoping McNabb stays healthy, he looked very sharp in that game against the Steelers. If this is indeed his last year here, the man deserves to play it at a 100%.

[Wilmington WOW]

http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9651/prayinty1.jpg (http://imageshack.us)
http://img523.imageshack.us/img523/9651/prayinty1.25707c1cc7.jpg (http://g.imageshack.us/g.php?h=523&i=prayinty1.jpg)

:action-sm


that is funny.....and true :icon_eek:

[Ballbuster1]

Looks like I missed the best part of the game last night.
I went to bed figuring it was a blow out and they won.

[Wilmington WOW]

i saw a glowing article on foxsports.com on McNabb
It was from a national writer.
It was so positive that I started to get worried about a jinx
oh the woes of an Eagles fan

[DocSavage]

Hunt being moved to possibly fill the FB position.
Let's hope his pass blocking has improved or McNabb will be toast.

[Wilmington WOW]

Curtis is latest Eagle to suffer sports hernia

great we lose another receiver
we were already week in that position

http://www.philly.com/dailynews/sports/top_sports/20080821_Eagles_-_Curtis_is_latest_Eagle_to_suffer_sports_hernia.ht ml

[Ballbuster1]

They really need to try and get someone else in that position.
God I hate that they are actually going to rely on Lewis.

[Ballbuster1]

Birds tearing up the Pats tonight.

[maz]

Did Brady get hurt ?

Thought I heard something on Comcast

[Ballbuster1]

He's been out for a foot injury all preseason so far.
Might not be there til the start of the regular season.

[maz]

He's been out for a foot injury all preseason so far.
Might not be there til the start of the regular season.

Thanks
Didn't know that

[MilkmanDan]

Punt Return TD and Kick Return TD in 1 game from the Eagles, never seen that before.

[Wilmington WOW]

I didnt watch one second
I was a lil drunk at the beach

can't wiat for the season opener
tailgate season sooooooon!!!

[Aizazzle]

http://assets.sbnation.com/fan_shot_images/13394/in_mcnabb_si_080826.jpg

Why? I want a healthy McNabb, yet SI just has to jink that doesn't it?

[Wilmington WOW]

http://assets.sbnation.com/fan_shot_images/13394/in_mcnabb_si_080826.jpg

Why? I want a healthy McNabb, yet SI just has to jink that doesn't it?

wtf SI?
thanks just what wee needed
I think they picked the birds to go to the superbowl

[Jimmy's Dignity]

don't feel too bad guys....

http://i.cdn.turner.com/sivault/si_online/covers/images/2008/0901_large.jpghttp://i.cdn.turner.com/sivault/si_online/covers/images/2008/0903_large.jpg
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[Aizazzle]

I'm honestly surprised that we haven't gotten many posts in this thread, especially with all the news surrounding the Iggles. So I will play catch up for everyone.

Let's start off with the actual roster. But first there are those who weren't good enough to make the roster.

Kyle Arrington (CB), Bam Childress (WR), Jed Collins (FB), Jason Davis(FB), Therrian Fontenot (CB), Michael Gasperson (WR), Nick Graham (CB), Jamal Jones (WR), Mike Marquardt (DT), Shaheer McBride (WR), Jerome McDougle (DE), Ryan Moats (RB), Marcus Paschal (S), Montae Reagor (DT), Montae Reagor (DT), Justin Roland (LB), Andy Studebaker (LB), Pago Togafau (LB), Kris Wilson (TE), Scott Young (G)

Here is the roster...

Offense

QB (3) - McNabb, Kolb, Feeley

RB (3) - Westbrook, Buckhalter, Booker

FB (1) - Tony Hunt

WR (6) - Curtis, Brown, Jackson, Avant, Baskett, Lewis

TE (3) - Smith, Celek, Schobel

OL (9)- Runyan, Andrews, Jackson, Herremans, Thomas, Cole, Jean-Gilles, Justice, McGlynn


Defense

DE (6) - Cole, Parker, Smith, Clemons, Howard, Abiamiri

DT (4) - Patterson, Bunkley, Laws, Klecko

LB (6) - Gocong, Bradley, Gaither, Jordan, Mays, Boiman

S (5) - Dawkins, Mikell, Considine, Reed, Demps

CB (4) - Samuel, Brown, Sheppard, Hanson


ST (3) - Akers, Rocca, Dorenbos

DeSean Jackson is the starting WR for the Eagles for this week against the Rams. I don't know if a rookie has ever started for Andy at WR.

A lot of the experts are picking the Iggles to make t to the Superbowl. Honestly I'm surprised that experts are doing it. I think the Eagles are goos enough to make it to the Superbowl. Dr Z from SI did it and now Gene Wojciechowski (http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/columns/story?columnist=wojciechowski_gene&id=3565175&sportCat=nfl&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines) from ESPN just picked them, as well.

There is always Drew Rosenhaus to be a distraction for the Eagles. This time he is doing it as Lito's agent. He once again made it to Youtube to say that Lito should be a starter. In the process he offended Sheldon Brown, who took the a couple of shots at Drew. Shepphard continues to show his displeasure, but plans to play. Hopefully, he doesn't become more of a distraction and if he does Andy needs to do something.

[Philly loser]

No rookie WR has ever started for Andy. Calvin Williams was the last in like 1989 or 90.

Special teams improved a lot with Demps and Jackson doing returns. Sorry Reno. Maybe I'll see you waitering at Chickie & Petes. Seemed like a good guy, but having some speed in the return game will be a nice surprise. Speaking of special teams, or the team in general, why in hell is Greg Lewis still on this team?

WR concerns me. Curtis will be out awhile and probably won't be 100% all year. Reggie Brown has never impressed me and is hurt. I like DeSean Jackson, but having someone with enough talent to take all focus off of him would be great. I think Avant has decent size and hands. So, maybe he and LJ can do enough damage with short middle routes to open up the sidelines or deep routes.

Tony Hunt will be interesting to watch at FB. His blocking might get Donovan or B West killed. I hope he improves in a hurry. I liked him at Penn State and liked the pick when they made it. So far though, not so much.

Jon Runyan must stay healthy.

All-in-all, I am geeked for the game and the start of the season.

(No, I didn't add much, but I wanted to bump the thread)

[DocSavage]

I not worried in the least because we WILL have our best WR out on the field on game day. Westie,Booker,LJ,Jackson...cover that?

[Philly loser]

I hear ya Doc.
I would just like to have a little more depth at the true WR slot, especially before game #2

[Philly loser]

1/2 way through 2Q of Temple game, field looks okay for tomorrow

[Philly loser]

Heavier rain... Temple game tearing up the field a bit

[Philly loser]

GAME DAY!!!
I get geeked up for the first game...
k3Gu70xY6r0
1h9FRinr9JI
YPfEkWSEhcY
And... maybe my favorite Eagle ever...
qe5B8W8ZyR4
rQS26UAfWQ0
CAjIm89wBNE
E - A - G - L - E - S!

[Philly loser]

Nice start
3 minutes and a 7-0 lead
DeSean Jackson will own this town with a few more of those

[maz]

E-a-g-l-e-s

[mikeybot]

Woke up just in time to see the TD.
Nice way to start off the first drive of the season for a change.
....
As Westbrook gets down to the 4

[maz]

McNabb is throwing a nice ball today

[Absolutely]

Holy fucking shit...
The Rams suck cock

They should have got that sack, McNabb just picking them apart, Westbrook running over people...
But at least Drew Bennett is having a good game, oh wait, he's hurt AGAIN

This game is over

[mikeybot]

Woo.

[bandwagon fan]OMG THEY"RE GOING TO THE SUPERBOWL[/bandwagon fan]

[Philly loser]

That Westbrook run was nice

Both sides looking good so far

Secondary is looking very good

[maz]

Why does siragusa have a job ?

[maz]

Another great throw

52 yards

[maz]

Nice punt coverage

Long field for the rams

[maz]

Bullshit PI call

[maz]

Yeah Motherfucker

Another Bomb

98 yard TD

[Philly loser]

Can't stay online, so catching up...
One hell of a lick by Sheldon
And, Donovan may have 500 yards at the end of this game
Great start to a reason
The Rams defense sucks

[Zona992006]

So far, still good.

[Absolutely]

Why does siragusa have a job ?

His job is to stick his cock in the Rams mouths...
Just ripping on them for everything, and well deserved.

The rams are despicable, I apologize for everything I've said in regards to "They'll be better than people think". They are shit

[maz]

Where'd D Jackson go to college ?

Looks like He's pretty damn good

[Jimmy's Dignity]

he went to California

I'm fuckin pissed...McNabb is on my fucking bench :arrrh: :arrrh: :arrrh: :arrrh:
Peyton Manning had better have an insane night against the Bears

[maz]

Thanks JD

Good luck tonite

[maz]

Asante woulda jogged in if he held on to that one

[maz]

Another TD

Hunt run from a yard or 2

[maz]

Long punt return for Jackson

60 yards to the 10

Fantasy owners might wanna pick this dude up
If He's available

[maz]

Fg 31-0

[Philly loser]

FINALLY back on line
Defense is looking really good

Why was Demps the punt returner

DeSean Jackson is 21 or 22? Get yer ass back in there son.

[maz]

Welcome back , Pl

[Philly loser]

Thanks maz
internet is pissing me off

100 yards receiving for the rook

[Philly loser]

B West with the touchdown

Okay, the Rams might totally suck, but...

The Birds are looking damned good today

DAMNED GOOD

[maz]

And another TD

Lookin' too easy

[Philly loser]

Enough laying back... I WANT THE SHUTOUT

[Philly loser]

Stewart Bradley is looking REALLY good

That's 9 tackles and a sack

[maz]

Rams kicker is now on my Fucko List

There goes the shutout

[Philly loser]

Goal is to hold them to 3

I'd still like to get DeSean Jackson into the endzone

[Philly loser]

Let Kolb throw the ball
Looked good against 2nd and 3rd team Jets
Would like to see him against this defense
(But the Rams will do... el oh el)

[Philly loser]

If I gave a crap about Ty Hill, I'd feel bad for him
He has been used all day
As it is, his name reminds me of the ugliest player from any sport to ever play in Philadelphia...
http://thesportshernia.typepad.com/blog/images/2007/05/09/tyrone_hill_ladies_man.jpg

[maz]

I remember that Dude

Skeletor

He was pretty cool though

I'm not a pro basketball fan though

[Philly loser]

Damn

Total Yards graphic with 3:30 to go...
Eagles 503
Rams 167

ouch

[mikeybot]

So is today just a combination of an ok team beating up on a shitty team?

[Philly loser]

I'm willing to give the Eagles "good" at this point
But, yes, the Rams do look shitty

[maz]

That was a great start to the season

:clap::clap::clap:

[mikeybot]

:clap::clap:

Good job today. Thanks for starting the season off with a win for a change.

aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand everyone over to the Phillies thread now.

[maz]

maz out

I'll watch the Phils at my bros house

[Aizazzle]

I'm ecstatic right now. What a way to start of the season. Our offense looked unstoppable and our defense looked impenetrable. Our special teams looked phenomenal. DeSean Jackson nis the fucking man and as somebody said earlier in the thread, he has a chance to be the next big player in Philly if he continues this.

[mikeybot]

I can't believe they actually drafted an offensive player that is starting and having an impact in his rookie year.

[Zona992006]

So is today just a combination of an ok team beating up on a shitty team?

booooooooooo

[mikeybot]

booooooooooo

I was actually asking a legitimate question. I really have no idea how the Rams were supposed to be this year. Ass

[Wilmington WOW]

what a fucking day
great tailgate - sunny, beers, grill tunes

great game
we got a real wide receiver now
what a great game

[Kugzilla]

Good game. Lotta good stuff.

Now, let's get ready for Monday night with the Cowturds.

[maz]

Happy Fuckin' Birthday , Kug

[Ballbuster1]

Too bad I missed that one. Kept up with the score until it was 21-0.
Figured they had it in the bag.

Saw the highlights today. Looking good. Next game will be a big test.

[MilkmanDan]

Tell you what, Bradley looks good at linebacker.

[Hoagie]

I'm willing to give the Eagles "good" at this point
But, yes, the Rams do look shittyI think that's a fair assessment. Shitty play by the Rams lead to that big catch by Basket. I wouldn't count on too much of that this season. But Deshaun Jackson's day was all created by Jackson's ability. Even when it looked like he was well defended he made plays. The Eagles finally have a receiver that can compliment Westbrook and open things up for the other receivers and and tight ends. Now if L. J. Smith could just catch.

[Wilmington WOW]

hey its fucking cowboys week


http://i11.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/0a/6f/f799_1.JPG

[MilkmanDan]

hey its fucking cowboys week


http://i11.ebayimg.com/02/i/001/0a/6f/f799_1.JPG

I know, and I think the Eagles are a much better defensive team. This game makes me nervous.

[mikeybot]

Well, at least it isn't a season opening night game.

[MilkmanDan]

Send the dirty 30 out there, make up for them booing McNabb at the draft.

[Wilmington WOW]

fucking T.O. mouthing off again

[bb1mobile]

fucking T.O. mouthing off again

So what else is new? Fuck T.O.

[mikeybot]

What's he moufing off about? How he's been a non-factor in the games he's played against the Eagles in since joining the Cowboys?

[Wilmington WOW]

god i fucking hate the cowboys
I hate Texas, a bunch of fucking hayseeds
America's team (it hurts even more the phrase was invented by a Phily guy at NFL films)
I always wanted to shit in Landry's hat
jimmy Johnson
jerry Jones
Michael Irving
etc.
they are all that is evil

go birds

[Philly loser]

I always wanted to shit in Landry's hat
:clap::haha7::clap::haha7::clap:

I was supposed to be out of town and would have missed the game.
I took the day off.
Fuck that.

Go Birds!

[maz]

I'm In

E-A-G-L-E-S

[Ballbuster1]

Nice. Penalty on the return.

[maz]

Anybody but him

Well , Preferably nobody

Eh , you know what I mean

[Ballbuster1]

Good drive so far.

[Ballbuster1]

Can't win it if you're scoring 3 for their 7. Let's go!

[Ballbuster1]

WTF? Can't let that happen.

[maz]

Jesus

[maz]

Should been a penalty too

This one was

Nice job by Lewis

[maz]

:clap:

[maz]

HA-HA romo

TOUCHDOWN

[Ballbuster1]

That was fucking huge!

[Ballbuster1]

Great game so far.

[maz]

Yep

mets are losing too

[maz]

Kunt , I Say

[Ballbuster1]

Plenty of time left in the game.

Offff..a McNabb sack.

[maz]

This TD better not be overturned

[maz]

Fuck
He didn't break the plane

But Eagles get the ball

[Ballbuster1]

Again, great game.

[Aizazzle]

Well, the Eagles lost in one of the greatest games I have ever seen in my lifetime.

The Eagles didn't do the things they needed to do to win this game. They coudn't get consistent pressure on Romo (when they did he made some boneheaded plays). Jason Witten completely tore the Eagles to shreds, and in the second half they couldn't stop Barber to save their lives. Those were the things they had to accomplish to win this game, and they failed at all three. It was still one of the greatest games of football I have ever seen, but it would have been sweeter if the Eagles had won.

Having said that I have to call out McNabb and and Andy on some HUGE mistakes.

On the last play of the game, Why in God's name are we throwing a ridiculously short pass to Jackson? Can someone please explain to why we did this to save my sanity, please? Is Andy on the same stuff that his sons do, otherwise I can't rationally explain a decision like this.

McNabb made some crucial mistakes, as well. First he missed (high) a wide open Westbrook, and of course the epic fuck up of the botched handoff. Overall, he played a great game, but there still flashes of the Donovan of years prior that we hate.

[Kugzilla]

Scored 37 points. Lost. Had a chance to win. Didn't. Unacceptable.

But it's early on, and we get them again on the last game of the season.

[mikeybot]

Don't forget about the special teams running all over them

[Wilmington WOW]

fuck that a loss is a loss is a loss <regular jimmy>
its hurts even more because they should have won
stupid mistakes and the defense played like shit
if they outplayed us, i could accept it, but there are no moral victories
now they are one up on us in the win column

I don't watch the eagles for entertainment, I watch them to win
I would be happy with a 41 - 0 blowout, or a 9-7 bore-fest, as long as they win the game
entertainment? I will go see yimmy at the ha ha hole
just win baby

[Aizazzle]

http://assets.sbnation.com/fan_shot_images/15521/hope.jpg

Saw this on the interwebs today, and it made me laugh.

[maz]

E-A-G-L-E-S


Should be a good one today

[Aizazzle]

Looking forward to this match up. Hopefully, the Iggles come out with a victory today.

To win this game, the Eagles need to stop the run, especially with Roethlisberger's suspect shoulder. The Eagles did a good job last week of holding the run in the first half, but they couldn't stop Barber to save their lives in the second half. They can't let that happen this week.

They also need to get some serious pressure on Roethlisberger. The Steelers O-Line is more than a little suspect. They gave up up 47 or 49 sacks last year, and they are on pace to give up about 40 of them this year. The Eagles have to take advantage of that, and if they can't take advantage of this O-Line, then we are in for quite a long year.

Of course there is also the supposed kryptonite of the Eagles defense this year: the TE. First game Randy McMichael (yes you read that right) had a good game and then Witten might have turned the tables on the Eagles last week. The Safeties have to stop Heath Miller he is a pretty good TE. B-Dawk came out in the week and said he takes responsibility for his play last week, he better improve his performance this week.

I don't know if Andrews is playing or not, but if he isn't Jean-Gilles better be an improvement than Winston Justice was in his debut last year. If he isn't we might have an early preview of Kolb (for the record I don't want that). The Steelers are going to blitz a lot I think Westbrook has a big day with the Eagles throwing a buch of screen his way.

[maz]

Boooooo

Fumble reviewed

Steelers ball

[Philly loser]

This defense is supposed to force turnovers.
We could use one right now.
The secondary should be a strength, but there were a lot of holes last week and so far this week.

[Philly loser]

Well, that was a shitty end to the 1st quarter.
My guess is that they were hoping to go deep to DeSean.
The guy can run and catch, you don't need fucking gimmicks.
He's not Todd fucking Pinkston or Greg "Lucky to have a job" Lewis
Fuck

[Philly loser]

McNabb and Westbrook banged up on consecutive plays?
Fuck
McNabb is fine... 20 yard fucking LASER to Baskett

[Ballbuster1]

5 looks good....can't say the same for 36.

[maz]

FUUUCCKKK

Westbrook is VERRRY Gimpy

[Philly loser]

Well, Booker will get a chance to show something this game
McNabb 13-13 120 yards
HOLY SHIT!
What a fucking play by Buckhalter

[maz]

Yesss!!!

[Ballbuster1]

Westbrook out for now. :(

[maz]

Passing game time

Gonna leave McNabb a little vulnerable though

[maz]

Fummmmble

[Philly loser]

Defense is coming up big now
Nice!

[Ballbuster1]

Bunkley gets the fumble on the Big Ben rush!

[Philly loser]

Buck looking good
Need he and Booker to play strong

[maz]

Buck looking good
Need he and Booker to play strong

Yep

Never liked him much

He could be big today though

They could use him

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

Fucking Good three points.



edit: oh wait wrong thread

[maz]

Go Away SPT

You're gonna roon it

[Philly loser]

Eagles defense is owning Big Ben so far

[maz]

FG for Pitt

[Aizazzle]

Any updates on Westbrook? Without him we might be in for a long season.

The Eagles should have scored more points in the first half, especially after that Assante INT (great job by Asante, nice to see free agents actually delivering what we were promised. I'm llooking at you Kearse, Howard)

Let's hope the defense can continue the dominance in the 2nd half.

[Philly loser]

Kolb time?
Well, he looked good in pre-season, but I hate to see DMAC out

[Philly loser]

Good point on the FA's Aizazzle
Though, I think I've seen Howard in more plays in 2.5 games this year than all totaled before

[Ballbuster1]

And here comes Kolb. Let's see what the kid's got.

[maz]

Looked like McNabb got his neck jammed

Hopefully not a collarbone

[maz]

wtf with the injuries?

[Philly loser]

Fuck
5 and 36 both out?
That defense better keep owning
SHIT!!!

[Aizazzle]

Well there you go McNabb haters. The Kolb era begins with an INT.

Yeah I know it was partially LJ's fault, but still.

[Ballbuster1]

The defense is coming up big but this is a slim lead to hold on to.

[maz]

Mac is back

[maz]

Alright

D -UP motherfuckers

[Philly loser]

Darren Howard with a sack

[maz]

Another Icehouse

Another Vodka shot

YESSS

[maz]

Well

I'm glad They're up by 4

[Philly loser]

Nice punt
Much better than the last one

[Philly loser]

Another Icehouse

Another Vodka shot

YESSS
Wrong thread?
:D
Top?

[maz]

D'n Up

Yeah Motherfucker


Wanted to leave the lovebirds alonei

[maz]

SLAM TIME , Pl

YESSS

[Philly loser]

YEah... i hear ya maz
Guess what?
While not for this thread
I shall slam for the Eagles
Salut Birds

[Ballbuster1]

What a defensive slugfest this one is.

And a slam for Da Birds D for me too!

[Ballbuster1]

Nice hit by Dawk!

[maz]

Defense is playing well today

YESSS

[maz]

Safety ?

[Ballbuster1]

Is it?....


YES! Safety.

[maz]

YES

Put Your hands over your head

[maz]

I woulda preferred a fumble

[Ballbuster1]

Will they challenge? Can they?


No......

[Ballbuster1]

Doesn't matter, he was down anyway.

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

Hi guys, what'd I miss?

[Philly loser]

Offense sucking wind
Defense being asked to hold time and time again

Sav Rocca is star of game right now
Well, he and the D

[Ballbuster1]

Damn Rocca's been great with the punts.

[maz]

Just can't give up a TD


BOO-YAA Defense

[Philly loser]

Steelers moving the ball
Not big plays, but a couple of first downs
Is their O line blocking better
Or did we take the heat off?
I say kill Big Ben

[Philly loser]

DAMN!
Almost a great sack
Ben's a big boy
You can't pull him down with an arm

[maz]

I Believe in Jimmie Johnson

YESSS

[Philly loser]

B fucking Dawk bitches

[Ballbuster1]

Great strip by Dawk! Too old? Fuck you!

[maz]

:clap::clap::clap:

[Philly loser]

You knew Dawk would be fired up after being called too old

[maz]

Another Icy Vodka shot

This thread = WDT East

YESSS

[maz]

C'mon Davey Boy


Yep

[Ballbuster1]

And it's good!

[Philly loser]

Shot of Goose for maz and for BDAWK!!!!
And a Top?

Edit: Oof! Missed top by a bit. This thread moving as fast as WDT

[maz]

maz is buzzing

I'm done soon

Great game by the Defense

They took some heat from the last game

[Ballbuster1]

A slug fest to the end. Nice win.

It's good to be a Philly fan today.

[mikeybot]

Best defensive game I've seen from them in years. 9 sacks, 3 turnovers AND a safety.
Between the shootout of Monday and (borrowing Ballbuster's words) the slug fest of today, I definitely have a lot more confidence in the Eagles this season. Just hope that BWest doesn't have one of those nagging "high ankle sprains".

[MilkmanDan]

If anyone can find please PM me a pic of Dawkins diving over a defender slapping the ball out of RoethlisAJLSKKLFJJIJ MNKLSDf GERS hand.

Best play I've seen all year, any game

[Kugzilla]

Good game. I'm praying B-West is ok...

Defense was harsh today.

Sav Rocca is the man, and I'm not just saying that b/c I used to live around the corner from him.

Hope the Offense can beat up on the Bears a bit, as ther ewere some concerns today.

[Wilmington WOW]

great day
great game
Its always sunny at the stadium in Philadelphia

[Wilmington WOW]

encouraging news

MRI shows no ligament damage for WestbrookUpdated: September 22, 2008, 2:52 PM EST 121 comments add this RSS blog email Print PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Brian Westbrook limped around without crutches Monday. He could be back to running and slashing this week.

The All-Pro running back is day to day with a strained ankle, encouraging news for a Philadelphia Eagles team that can't afford to lose its top offensive player.

"I'm sure it'll be a race to get him ready for Sunday," coach Andy Reid. "We'll see how he does. I think we can manage it."

[maz]

Cool

Don't rush him back though

[Philly loser]

If anyone can find please PM me a pic of Dawkins diving over a defender slapping the ball out of RoethlisAJLSKKLFJJIJ MNKLSDf GERS hand.

Best play I've seen all year, any game
You probably already got this, but...
http://assets.sbnation.com/imported_assets/24029/r3814188872.jpg

[maz]

Defensive Player of the week

Think I saw that in the paper

Weapon X

YESSS

[Kugzilla]

Love me the Dawk.

Here's hoping they can keep playing this way, especially if B West is out

[mikeybot]

Can people keep calling him old every week so he keeps getting pissed off?
(absolutely not ripping 20 at all, just saying that was the best response possible to the criticism that he was receiving)
This pic says it all(aside from that one hit that didn't surprisingly cripple someone inside the 5 a few years ago).
http://www.eaglesfreak.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/09/brian-dawkins.jpg
He's just missing the claws coming out to actually be Weapon X in this pic.


Edit: *just* noticed that Kug has this as his avatar. Doh!
Which reminds me to change mine to my usual football season avatar.

[Wilmington WOW]

can't wait till sunday night

[blinkdmb]

Phillies win the East, lets go birds make this an exciting weekend in Philly

[maz]

Just found out that this is the Sunday night game

Dumbass me

I have stand up schedules on the bench at work
And the diningroom table

GO EAGLES

[Aizazzle]

Nice, the Birds are in prime time again. Hopefully, we win this time, but I'm not that worried about them losing this one, even without Westbrook (if that is the case).

Kyle Orton is no where near as mobile as Roethlisberger, anf if the Eagles generate even half the pass rush they did last week, then we should have another 9 sack game. Also we need to stop Matt Forte, I'm more than confident that we can do that. We did it to Parker and to a certain extent Marion Barber. Both their O-Line are better than the Bears O-Line, so we should be able to stop them.

On offense the Eagles need to pass and pass some more today. The Bears are ranked 28th in their pass defense. Andy, Marty and Donnie Mac, and even DeSean Jackson should be licking their chops.

I think the Eagles are going to win this one quite handily.

[maz]

Think they're favored by 3 points

[maz]

That was a laser to Jackson

7-7

[Kugzilla]

Nice throw. Nice catch. Risky throw.

Go team go.

[maz]

Think McNabb likes this kid ?

[Kugzilla]

Groan. More penalties...

[maz]

That illegal formation hurt

Fuck

[Wilmington WOW]

Think McNabb likes this kid ?

mcnab doesnt like him







he looooovvvveesss him


nice sack

[Philly loser]

Nice lack of a block Buck

[maz]

'nother sack

YESSS

Vodka shot time

[Philly loser]

Good to see the pressure is getting there
I didn't like making Orton look good
The D is stepping it up now

[Philly loser]

Damn
DeSean!!!!
D must come up HUGE here

[maz]

Ooofff!!!

Wtf

[Philly loser]

Fuck
Catch up time again

[Ballbuster1]

And caught up. Looking good tonight. Need a little more D to keep this one in check.

[Philly loser]

Defense needs to make Kyle Orton look like.... well, Kyle orton

[Kugzilla]

This game is going to be irritating to watch.

[Philly loser]

Juqua Parker
Darren Howard
NICE

[maz]

Turn it into some points now

[maz]

Aahhhhh

no good

[Ballbuster1]

Akers just isn't making those long kicks like he used to.

[Kugzilla]

Not sure why they kicked there. In that stadium, and AKers is a little older now...but whatever.

[Philly loser]

No. He doesn't have the leg he once had.
Kickoffs to the 10 and the "automatic" tag doesn't fit like it did a few years back.
Best Eagles kicker in my time as a fan, but...

[Philly loser]

I know this will sound like whining
but that was a horrible spot

[Philly loser]

It's fucking Heaven Can Wait
Joe Montana must have died earlier today
Now he's back as Kyle fucking Orton

[Kugzilla]

ok...perhaps I"m being an Alarmist, but did the team overspend on Samuels?

[Ballbuster1]

Why aren't they blitzing the shit out of this ass?

[maz]

If he didn't trip/stumble

He woulda been OK

[Philly loser]

I'm sure I shouldn't
But I hate Reggie Brown

[maz]

No more fuckin' points this half

[Philly loser]

Can we sack this 70's porno mustache douchebag?

[maz]

Think his forearm was going forward

[Philly loser]

As much as I'd like it to be, that's not a fumble

[Philly loser]

I despise the kneeldown
Take a fucking shot
We have a receiver with 4.29 speed and a QB with a cannon
I'd take one shot

[maz]

Time for Jimmie Johnson to make some adjustments

He's the man

[Philly loser]

We look like Gang Green against Pittsburgh last week
This week, we make Kyle Orton look like an NFL QB
174 yards and 3 TD's in the first half
Are you fucking kidding me?
Chicago gets the ball to start the 2nd half
Jimmy better be unleashing hell in the locker room right now
We have no running game right now
So the defense has to be a difference maker

[Kugzilla]

This half of football was like watching someone stick nails into their own hands

[Philly loser]

Alright... contained Hester
And let's play a little defense

[maz]

Alright
Long field

But the 3 and out was nice

[Philly loser]

D did their job
And now we have some lovely field position for Donovan to work with

[Philly loser]

LOL
Okay, I was just typing how Buck had 6 carries for 4 yards and wanted to know where Booker was...
Never mind
24 yard run for Buck

[maz]

Yeah Buck

[maz]

Jesus christ

[Philly loser]

Buck hurt on the tackle
This fucking game just doesn't feel good

[Kugzilla]

This half of football was like watching someone stick nails into their own hands

jsut apply this to the second half.

[Philly loser]

Okay... got the ball back
Probably smart to take the knee in the endzone
Well, dumbass me
I guess we'll see Booker now

[maz]

Fuckin' A

Let's Go

[Philly loser]

3 and fucking out
Shit... HATING this fucking game

GREAT fucking punt
Good punt coverage

I am requesting a Sheldon Brown interception now

[maz]

Nice punt

Long field for them

[Philly loser]

ALMOST a safety

[maz]

D-up

yesss

[Philly loser]

3rd & 11
Let's hold here

[Philly loser]

DeSean hasn't had a good game since the 1st scoring drive
A nice return would be sweet

[Philly loser]

Good
Decent return
Great field position
We need to make it count
I hate this playing from behind shit

[Philly loser]

Hell of a hit by Briggs
Helmet to helmet
But a hell of a hit

[maz]

Lead with his head

Hit him in the head

[Philly loser]

47 yards there ain't easy
Come on Akers

[maz]

C'mon Davey

Fuck

[Philly loser]

What the fuck is going on?
This is a weird fucking game my friends

[Philly loser]

Now THAT is what the fuck we needed!

[maz]

Yeehaa

D is looking much better this half

[Philly loser]

Let's make it count now

[Philly loser]

Playground play
You sit on the 12 yard line and I'll hit you

[maz]

Is Baskett playing tonite

Ain't heard his name yet

[Philly loser]

He wasn't inactive that I know
But, for a guy with 8 catches last week
Haven't seen him
Haven't heard his name

[maz]

First down ?

[Philly loser]

There he is!

[Philly loser]

Damn maz
Radio psychic
Radio pstchic

[maz]

Heard he hooked up with 1 of Hef's girls

The most annoying one

[Philly loser]

We have no running game
We don't have a back who can block
Andrews is out
This is a tough fucking game
The Bears can pin their ears back and rush the passer every down
Damn... B West makes a huge difference (<---- Captain Obvious statement)

[maz]

Alright

Lot's of time left

Defense needs to keep making plays

Shot time

Gonna go have 1 for click

[Kugzilla]

ugh.

[Philly loser]

Fucking Hester is sick

[Kugzilla]

This game is like a freaking russian novel

[Philly loser]

3rd & short
Holding here would be great

[Philly loser]

Juqua Parker kicks fucking ass

[maz]

Yeah
I thought it got tipped

[Philly loser]

It got tipped and I know he got hit, but is that Brown's 3rd or 4th drop?

[Philly loser]

Holy shit
The D has seriously stepped it up in the 2nd half
They may need to score it though

[maz]

Fuckin' D

HA-HA

[Kugzilla]

Dear Eagles,

Please score more points now. And have more than the other guys at the end. Then Daddy will probably give us ice cream or something, or at least not be crabby for the rest of the day.

Thanks a lot.

-My kids

[Philly loser]

dear eagles,

please score more points now. And have more than the other guys at the end. Then daddy will probably give us ice cream or something, or at least not be crabby for the rest of the day.

Thanks a lot.

-my kids
:d

Edit: icons still don't work for me

[Philly loser]

3rd & 16?
Let's at least get a few back to ensure 3

[maz]

Chip shot

[Philly loser]

Maybe we can put Klecko in as FB so SOMEONE can pick up a block
Okay.... contain Hester
contain Hester
contain Hester

[maz]

Hate short kickoffs

[Philly loser]

Lovie Smith has a pointy head

I hate the pooch kickoff thing too maz

[maz]

3rd and long


damn

[Philly loser]

Hate not having the clock
I know it's working against us
Would love a turnover
NEED a stop

[Philly loser]

Who was the intended receiver on that 'pass'?

[Philly loser]

Would LOVE to know how much time is left

[Kugzilla]

I've had more fun at the dentist than watching this game.

[maz]

I miss Westbrook

Kinda glad they gave him the week off though
Didn't think they would need him tonite

[maz]

Another shot

For this Drive

Salut

[Philly loser]

Comeback win and I will be tired tomorrow
But it'll be a decent day
A loss?
I'll be fucking tired and miserable
and the day will totally suck

[Philly loser]

Tony Hunt steps up!

[Philly loser]

clicking a little bit right now

[maz]

And Hank gets a ball

[maz]

Never been a Buckhalter fan

Lookin' decent tonite though

[Philly loser]

Buck playing some inspired football right now!
Edit: Oops. That was Hunt

[maz]

Punch this Fucker in

[Philly loser]

They MUST get 7 here

[maz]

Go Again

[Philly loser]

fuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuccccccccccccckkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk kkkkkk

[Kugzilla]

sigh

[maz]

QB sneak

Drive Motherfuckers

[Philly loser]

We need a guy who's like 6'2", 240 who could punch this fucker in
Wait...

[maz]

Another Br

[Philly loser]

fuck maz beat me to the QB thought and was much more succinct about it

Ballgame is on this next play

[Philly loser]

Gotta challenge that shit