Archive for December, 2007

Spikes to Miss Final Two Games; Will Have Surgery

Linebacker Takeo Spikes is headed for IR,  as the team stated today that he will have surgery for a torn rotator cuff.  Spikes hurt the shoulder in Sunday’s gutsy 10-6 win over the Cowboys in Dallas.  He is second on the team with 139 tackles, 90 of them solo.  He also has a sack.  The [...]

Sheppard Named NFC Defensive Player Of The Week

Cornerback Lito Sheppard was named NFC Defensive Player of the Week for his shutdown defense in the team’s win at Dallas.  The two-time Pro Bowler led the team with six tackles and had an interception.  He also limited Cowboys receiver Terrell Owens to just two catches for 37 yards.  Owens first catch didn’t occur until [...]

Westbrook Expected To Make Pro Bowl

The NFL will announce its Pro Bowl teams today and Eagles running back Brian Westbrook should be a lock to make the NFC squad.  Westbrook leads the NFL in total yards and yards from scrimmage and he is second in the NFC in rushing yards.  Westbrook has never been voted to the Pro Bowl.  He [...]

Spikes Injures Rotator Cuff

Linebacker Takeo Spikes suffered a torn rotator cuff in Sunday’s win over Dallas.  It is unclear at this point if he will play Sunday at New Orleans.  If he can’t go, coach Andy Reid said they might move starting middle linebacker Omar Gaither to Spikes’ weakside spot and play rookie Stewart Bradley in the middle. 

Eagles Eliminated From Playoffs

The Eagles have been officially eliminated from playoff contention.  Philly was knocked out after the Vikings beat the Bears on Monday Night Football.  At a disappointing 6-and-8, the Eagles held the slimmest chance of even making the playoffs.  Chicago, Detroit, and Arizona were also eliminated.  The Eagles play the Saints Sunday afternoon in New Orleans. 

Defense Dominates Dallas as Eagles Win 10-6

Donovan McNabb’s one-yard touchdown pass to Reggie Brown in the second quarter put the Eagles up for good, as they went on to beat the Cowboys 10-6 at Texas Stadium.  McNabb finished with 208 yards through the air with one touchdown and also rushed for 53 yards on nine carries.  Brian Westbrook rumbled for 81 [...]

Eagles Get Ready For Dallas

The Eagles will practice today before heading down to Dallas to take on the 12-and-1 Cowboys Sunday afternoon.  Besides trying to remain in the playoff picture, Philadelphia will also be looking to exact some revenge.  The Birds had their worst defensive game against Dallas back in Week Nine when they were beaten 38-17 at the [...]

Eagles Banged Up Getting Set for Sunday

The banged up Eagles took to the practice field Wednesday as they prepare for their Sunday showdown in Dallas.  Five players did not participate including running back Correll Buckhalter who will most likely miss the game after suffering a concussion in the team’s loss to the Giants.  Rookie Tony Hunt will likely be activated for [...]