Archive for February, 2008
Playermakers on Offense Would be a Welcome Sight for Eagles
While a lot of talk with the Eagles these days seems to surround the future of QB Donovan McNabb and if the team is going to move him, those are just rumors and shouldn’t be taken seriously. McNabb is going to be the starting QB when the 2008 season opens, no question about it. [...]
Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 18 2008Tackle a Big Position for the Eagles in the Draft
From The Sporting News:
Coach Andy Reid seldom drafts for immediate needs, so don’t expect a wide receiver or safety to be taken early. Reid most likely is looking to draft an offensive tackle in preparation for when John Runyan, 34, and William Thomas, 33, wear down, especially becuase Winston Justice, 23, has failed to establish himself [...]
Three Eagles Take Part In Pro Bowl
Three Eagles took part in yesterday’s Pro Bowl in Hawaii. Running back Brian Westbrook, guard Shawn Andrews and defensive end Trent Cole all participated in the NFL’s All-Star game. Brian Westbrook had three touches for a total of 12 yards. The NFC won the game 42-30.
Posted by Matt Loede on Feb 11 2008Eagles look to 2008
The Philadelphia Eagles preparation for the 2008 season has begun. Luckily because they play in the weak NFC and even weaker NFC East, they are not far from the playoffs. Both Dallas and Washington were exposed as frauds, and the Giants are good, but far from great. As a matter of [...]
Posted by Stuart Sacks on Feb 08 2008Smith Gets Franchise Tag
It sure didn’t take the Philadelphia Eagles long to designate the “franchise” tag on one of their players, did it? According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, the Eagles applied the franchise tag on tight end L.J. Smith; as a result, the team must offer Smith a one-year contract with a value equal to the [...]


