February 19th, 2008 
Matt Loede 
Posted in Add another name to the list of possible teams that look as if they will make a run at Pats free agent to be cornerback Asante Samuel. PhillyBurbs.com is reporting that the Eagles are taking a long look at Samuel, who is set to become a free man from New England on February 29th. [...]
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Rumors Have the Eagles Allowing Sheppard to Seek a Trade
It looks as if the Eagles are going to allow corner Lito Sheppard to look for work elsewhere. John Clayton of ESPN and NJ.com is reporting that the Eagles have given Sheppard’s agent permission to “shop his services.” Word going around is that Sheppard is not pleased with his contract, which he signed four seasons [...]
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. The [...]
Tackle 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 [...]
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.
Eagles 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 fact the Birds only [...]
Smith 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 [...]
