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Archive for June, 2008

Eagles Scrap Fullback Experiment

The Eagles have abandoned their experiment to convert Dan Klecko into a fullback.  During yesterday’s workouts, Klecko returned to defense and also changed his jersey number from 49 to 68.  Despite spending his entire career as a defensive tackle with New England and Indianapolis, the Eagles signed the Temple product as a free-agent in March [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 10 2008

Eagles President Says Sheppard Staying in Philly

Corner back Lito Sheppard is an unhappy player.  It appears as it stands he will not be a starter in Philadelphia this season, and he’s a player that has been the talk of trade rumors ever since the team spent a ton on free agent CB Asante Samuel.  Despite being unhappy and not showing up [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 07 2008

Eagles Part Ways with Practice Squad WR Sampy

The Philadelphia Daily News is reporting that the Eagles have waived injured wide receiver Bill Sampy, who suffered a broken and dislocated left ankle during the first minicamp last month and needed surgery. He spent the last two seasons on the practice squad but his Eagles career was hampered by injuries.

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 06 2008

Eagels Acquire FB Lawton from the Colts

The Eagles and Colts made a trade earlier today, as the Colts have sent fullback Luke Lawton to the Eagles for a 2009 conditional draft choice.  The deal really means nothing to either side unless Lawton makes the Eagles roster, which if he does, then a choice will go to the Colts for him.  The [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 06 2008

Eagles Sign Draft Pick OL McGlynn

The Eagles have inked one of their three fourth-round draft picks, as OL Mike McGlynn has been signed to a deal according to the teams website.  He is the second of 10 draft picks that the team has signed, they have free safety Quintin Demps under contract.  He was picked eight selections after McGlynn.  The [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 04 2008

Kolb Moves Ahead of Feeley as the No. 2 QB

The transition to being the eventual starter for Kevin Kolb has taken another step, as coach Andy Reid has confirmed that Kolb has moved to the backup spot, moving ahead of A.J. Feeley.  “I’ve seen improvement [in Kolb and right now he has a seasoned veteran ahead of him and behind him,” Reid said. “He [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 04 2008

Sheppard May Skip Remaining OTA’s

The Philadelphia Inquirer is reporting that cornerback Lito Sheppard will likely not be attending any more OTA’s for the ball club. Sheppard, who has been the speculation of tons of trade rumors, was working out with the team awhile ago, but may be trying to send a message that he wants to be moved. [...]

Posted by Matt Loede on Jun 03 2008