*** 2013 Official Philadelphia Eagles - NFC EAST CHAMPS*** (1 Viewer)

[dhockster]

Congrats Philly. As a fan of the Cowboys, it kills me to say it, but you were most deserving. Duck alumn from 2000. Mancrush on Chip Kelly. You got yourselves one hell of a coach and a really strong team. Congrats.

Stay Classy, Cobalt. You and Bankerguy and several others represent Cowboy fans well. As an Eagle fan, I hope Jerry Jones never retires and lives to be 110, but for your sake, I hope someday you get to root for the Cowboys without him making significant decisions about the team. That is, of course, only if the Eagles have won a superbowl. So I wouldn't hold my breath on that one.

 

[dhockster]

Can you guys imagine the hype if Andrew Luck had thrown 27 TD's with only 2 interceptions? They would already be carving his bust for Canton.

But since Newton, Kaepernick, Wilson, Luck, and RGIII were all much more hyped coming into this season, Foles gets much less attention than he deserves. Of course, I would be

just fine if he was the least covered guy to win a superbowl. It will never happen........right??

 

[Amused to Death]

Can you guys imagine the hype if Andrew Luck had thrown 27 TD's with only 2 interceptions? They would already be carving his bust for Canton.

But since Newton, Kaepernick, Wilson, Luck, and RGIII were all much more hyped coming into this season, Foles gets much less attention than he deserves. Of course, I would be

just fine if he was the least covered guy to win a superbowl. It will never happen........right??

He's certainly putting up historic QB numbers. They are setting all kinds of franchise and NFL records this season. Remember when he threw the 7 TDs (in 3 quarters) and some writers used that as an example of what's wrong with the NFL?? Because Nick Foles could do it. You're right, imagine if that was Luck or Wilson.

 

[Terpman22]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

 

[Insein]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

I agree.

Speaking of GB... Plase don't kill me for this question (even though I'm serious). Do you guys see a little Aaron Rodgers in Foles as a pocket passer when he's "on?"

I see a little Tom Brady. Not saying he is Tom Brady but the way he's efficient with his passes while being mobile enough in the pocket to elude the rush reminds me of him. Everyone has to come from somewhere. Once upon a time Brady was a later round backup too. So maybe we can hope for a diamond in the rough. If so all can be forgiven with Andy.

 

[Jason Wood]

Anyone else going on Saturday? Hope to see you there

 

[Terpman22]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

I agree.

Speaking of GB... Plase don't kill me for this question (even though I'm serious). Do you guys see a little Aaron Rodgers in Foles as a pocket passer when he's "on?"

I see a little Tom Brady. Not saying he is Tom Brady but the way he's efficient with his passes while being mobile enough in the pocket to elude the rush reminds me of him. Everyone has to come from somewhere. Once upon a time Brady was a later round backup too. So maybe we can hope for a diamond in the rough. If so all can be forgiven with Andy.

 

[Insein]

Anyone else going on Saturday? Hope to see you there

Jason! Good to see you back in here buddy. I wish I was going but I will be enjoying it from the comfort of my living room. If they win I may not take tree down until were out of the playoffs. Hope to have a lot of pine needles on the floor in February.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

The title of this thread makes me

 

[Insein]

The title of this thread makes me

 

[CentralPA]

It be great to go but I already burnt my one game a year last weekend against Chitown. I am sure it'll be a mad house. Can't wait for the game. Win or Lose this team is getting closer to being a contender.

 

[shader]

I wish I was an Eagles fan. I think the future is bright in Philly. Saints are a tough matchup, but they are all tough in the playoffs. Eagles-Saints should be an incredible playoff game that I can't wait to watch.

 

[JuniorNB]

Eagles are currently 2.5 point favorites. Anyone think that's going to move at all? Vegas is giving the Birds a lot of respect. Although I like that, I kinda wish we were perceived as the underdogs.

 

[CentralPA]

Eagles are currently 2.5 point favorites. Anyone think that's going to move at all? Vegas is giving the Birds a lot of respect. Although I like that, I kinda wish we were perceived as the underdogs.

I think it could end up being push. Hell maybe the Saints become road favorites. Especially if Chung is still playing Safety. Graham will destroy this defense.

 

[Sludge]

Seeing some reports of a potential "Major snowstorm" hitting the Northeast Thursday into Friday. Its early, but how great would that be if it slowed down and didn't hit until Saturday?

 

[Amused to Death]

Seeing some reports of a potential "Major snowstorm" hitting the Northeast Thursday into Friday. Its early, but how great would that be if it slowed down and didn't hit until Saturday?

Don't know how major its going to be but right now it looks like it will miss Philly. But today's forecast shows a temp in the low 20's for Saturday night.

 

[Nucker101]

Feels good man, just making the playoffs this year was a nice surprise. The future is bright!

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

 

[Long Ball Larry]

Holy crap that was fun. Seeing Jerry Jones turn in disgust was just the cherry on top.

What a night!!!

Gif?

 

[unckeyherb]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

I'm a believer

 

[Domination]

Eagles are getting a lot of respect. Just watched NFL Insiders, and they named the Eagles as the team that could go to Seatle and win. As an Eagles fan, that has to make you feel good.

 

[Amused to Death]

Holy crap that was fun. Seeing Jerry Jones turn in disgust was just the cherry on top.

What a night!!!

Gif?

Here you go...mad Jerry

 

[Dr Oadi]

Eagles are getting a lot of respect. Just watched NFL Insiders, and they named the Eagles as the team that could go to Seatle and win. As an Eagles fan, that has to make you feel good.

I think the packers could too. I wouldn't be shocked at a Eagles Packers championship game.

 

[JuniorNB]

As far as Philly at Seattle, on the plus side, the Birds communicate through cards on the sideline. And instead of audibles, each play has it's own Foles-led options. That will make the crowd noise become less of a factor.

On the minus (maybe) side, that is an extremely hostile environment and it's unknown how Foles will respond with that kind of pressure in that kind of environment.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Eagles are getting a lot of respect. Just watched NFL Insiders, and they named the Eagles as the team that could go to Seatle and win. As an Eagles fan, that has to make you feel good.

I think the packers could too. I wouldn't be shocked at a Eagles Packers championship game.

I would be shocked to see GB not get destroyed in this game. Kap really has their #

 

[ShaHBucks]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

I agree.

Speaking of GB... Plase don't kill me for this question (even though I'm serious). Do you guys see a little Aaron Rodgers in Foles as a pocket passer when he's "on?"

I see a little Tom Brady. Not saying he is Tom Brady but the way he's efficient with his passes while being mobile enough in the pocket to elude the rush reminds me of him. Everyone has to come from somewhere. Once upon a time Brady was a later round backup too. So maybe we can hope for a diamond in the rough. If so all can be forgiven with Andy.

I said Rodgers because of the deep ball accuracy and throwing on the move. I guess being tall and lanky draws Brady comps.

 

[Insein]

Jinx Alert, but I have been thinking about this ever since Foles went nuts v Oakland.

Is Nick Foles the new Tom Brady? Hear me out before calling me nuts. First, let's put Foles' season in perspective with his own peers - the other QB's from the 2012 draft. People were going nuts last year when RG3 had a 20:5 TD:INT ratio and running all over the place as a rookie while Luck was lauded as a genius (although he probably is). We were told to wait on Tannehill while Wilson was proving everyone wrong about is height. And Cleveland, well, Cleveland was doing their usual thing, drafting a QB poorly. All Foles did was finish out a miserable season after Michael Vick got hurt (again) for a team that had already quit on their coach. Fast forward to this year: If ANY of the other 4 QB's not named Weeden had just put up the stats Nicky Franchise just did - setting an NFL record for TD:INT ratio with 27:2, tied and NFL record for TD's in a game with 7 and just finished the season with the 3rd highest passer rating in NFL history - those teams would be ecstatic and the media would be hyping the guy as a future great. But it's Foles we are talking about here.

A guy that had 6 QB's drafted in front of him. I mean, 3rd round picks never really pan out in the NFL for QB's, and Russel Wilson is already proving his worth as THE 3rd round pick of the 2012 draft. But I dug a little deeper. There is a similar situation I am thinking of. There was this QB drafted in 2000. In fact he had 6 QB's drafted in front of him too, but he didn't go until the 6th round. I am sure you know who this is guy is. But check out these stats. Both QB's took the league by storm in year 2. Brady stats: 2843/18/12/63.9% Foles stats: 2891/27/2/64%. Both excelled in year 2 of a potent new offensive scheme. Both went to the playoffs. Even after Brady won his first Superbowl, there were still doubters. Not anymore.

Look, I know what I am saying here is kind of nuts. But I also know that overlooking such glaring ridiculous stats is equally as nuts. Hell. Joe Montana was a 3rd round pick too. Sometimes you just need the right coach, the right system and the right signal caller to see pure bliss on the football field. Montana/Walsh, Brady/Belichick, Foles/Kelly? And even if we do get bounced next week by the Saints, it sure feels good to have a franchise QB that will give you a chance.

I agree.

Speaking of GB... Plase don't kill me for this question (even though I'm serious). Do you guys see a little Aaron Rodgers in Foles as a pocket passer when he's "on?"

I see a little Tom Brady. Not saying he is Tom Brady but the way he's efficient with his passes while being mobile enough in the pocket to elude the rush reminds me of him. Everyone has to come from somewhere. Once upon a time Brady was a later round backup too. So maybe we can hope for a diamond in the rough. If so all can be forgiven with Andy.

I said Rodgers because of the deep ball accuracy and throwing on the move. I guess being tall and lanky draws Brady comps.

I just don't think he's as mobile as Rodgers.

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

 

[Deamon]

Holy crap that was fun. Seeing Jerry Jones turn in disgust was just the cherry on top.

What a night!!!

Gif?

Here you go...mad Jerry

He kinda looks like he's sneezing haha

 

[Deamon]

Eagles are getting a lot of respect. Just watched NFL Insiders, and they named the Eagles as the team that could go to Seatle and win. As an Eagles fan, that has to make you feel good.

I think the packers could too. I wouldn't be shocked at a Eagles Packers championship game.

That would be great for us. Home playoff game vs a high scoring offense and soft D!

 

[Insein]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

 

[Nucker101]

https://24.media.tumblr.com/e27e841e87f638a8bfb824bb894a4bdf/tumblr_mycjhdWByz1ra90n2o4_500.png

 

[Deamon]

Holy crap that was fun. Seeing Jerry Jones turn in disgust was just the cherry on top.

What a night!!!

Gif?

Here you go...mad Jerry

lol what is that guy doing in the background on the left? Watched it like 10 times... its as if he's trying to suffocate himself with his jacket in disgust and then falls over dead.

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

 

[Deamon]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

 

[fred_1_15301]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

I think they beat N.O. but Carolina on the road is a very bad matchup for this team. With that said, it would not shock me to see the Eagles in the NFC championship

 

[Deamon]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.

http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

I think they beat N.O. but Carolina on the road is a very bad matchup for this team. With that said, it would not shock me to see the Eagles in the NFC championship

Carolina is a better matchup then AT Seattle, no?

 

[fred_1_15301]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

I think they beat N.O. but Carolina on the road is a very bad matchup for this team. With that said, it would not shock me to see the Eagles in the NFC championship

Carolina is a better matchup then AT Seattle, no?

Agree but I think Carolina on the road is the 2nd worst matchup possible (especially given what I saw from Foles when he was pressured by Dallas)

 

[Deamon]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

I think they beat N.O. but Carolina on the road is a very bad matchup for this team. With that said, it would not shock me to see the Eagles in the NFC championship

Carolina is a better matchup then AT Seattle, no?

Agree but I think Carolina on the road is the 2nd worst matchup possible (especially given what I saw from Foles when he was pressured by Dallas)

Yes, but given that our options are @ Sea or @ Car, this is the best case scenario. The other possibility last week was @ NO in round two.... I personally think going and beating the saints in the dome would be much more difficult for our team to do then to beat carolina in carolina in an environment we are used to.

 

[fred_1_15301]

Sorry if this got posted already. Epic.http://vimeo.com/m/82963876

Enjoy the goosebumps

You're invited to crash the party with your NFC East Champs. https://t.co/X7GvN9h3yB

That was awesome.

Again not to get ahead of ourselves but if we some how miraculously won the Super Bowl this year, that would be the best America's Game episode ever. So many crazy things happening this year. You couldn't even script it all.

They could get rolled next week or they could win it all. But all I know is that two weeks ago if you asked me what realistic playoff playoff path would I choose as a division winner (ie: the wild cards coming from the West and South), it would be this exact one. Saints at home, then at Carolina, with a not completely unrealistic chance of hosting the NFCCG if all goes to plan.

agreed. home vs new o and at carolina couldn't have been drawn up better given the dozens of scenarios.

I think they beat N.O. but Carolina on the road is a very bad matchup for this team. With that said, it would not shock me to see the Eagles in the NFC championship

Carolina is a better matchup then AT Seattle, no?

Agree but I think Carolina on the road is the 2nd worst matchup possible (especially given what I saw from Foles when he was pressured by Dallas)

Yes, but given that our options are @ Sea or @ Car, this is the best case scenario. The other possibility last week was @ NO in round two.... I personally think going and beating the saints in the dome would be much more difficult for our team to do then to beat carolina in carolina in an environment we are used to.

You have a good point but I'm not sure if I agree. Carolina doesn't get much respect because they're Carolina but that team will get more pressure on Foles than any other team (including Seattle). I thought Foles looked shaky against Dallas when they put some heat on. Carolina's offense is nothing special but they still do have a very talented QB who has the ability to carry a game on his shoulder. I think the Eagles can handle the Saints and Packers but will struggle against teams like the Hawks, Panthers and Niners. Fortunately they would get the Niners at home. Just my opinion........

 

[JetMaxx]

The potential road couldn't have lined up better. Saints here, Car on the road against fraud Cam, if SF wins this week they are the only team that could beat Sea rd 2. Eagles could host SF for the NFCC. Gotta take care of biz. Yes JWood I'll be there Saturday!

 

[babydemon90]

One game. Let's focus on NO - they are no cakewalk.

 

[Insein]

You have a good point but I'm not sure if I agree. Carolina doesn't get much respect because they're Carolina but that team will get more pressure on Foles than any other team (including Seattle). I thought Foles looked shaky against Dallas when they put some heat on. Carolina's offense is nothing special but they still do have a very talented QB who has the ability to carry a game on his shoulder. I think the Eagles can handle the Saints and Packers but will struggle against teams like the Hawks, Panthers and Niners. Fortunately they would get the Niners at home. Just my opinion........

The thing with the pressure is that his options weren't open. He doesn't force the ball into bad spots. So he was waiting for something to develop and was willing to take a sack if nothing came. Dallas defense had been atrocious all year but perhaps Clairborne coming back helped them a bit more than I thought it would. Carolina's secondary is not good. They are just below average but that front 7 is stellar. They cover up a lot of deficiencies. Nick Foles though is one of the best this year against pressure. I'd take my chances against them then up in Seattle or in the Dome in NO.

 

[fred_1_15301]

You have a good point but I'm not sure if I agree. Carolina doesn't get much respect because they're Carolina but that team will get more pressure on Foles than any other team (including Seattle). I thought Foles looked shaky against Dallas when they put some heat on. Carolina's offense is nothing special but they still do have a very talented QB who has the ability to carry a game on his shoulder. I think the Eagles can handle the Saints and Packers but will struggle against teams like the Hawks, Panthers and Niners. Fortunately they would get the Niners at home. Just my opinion........

The thing with the pressure is that his options weren't open. He doesn't force the ball into bad spots. So he was waiting for something to develop and was willing to take a sack if nothing came. Dallas defense had been atrocious all year but perhaps Clairborne coming back helped them a bit more than I thought it would. Carolina's secondary is not good. They are just below average but that front 7 is stellar. They cover up a lot of deficiencies. Nick Foles though is one of the best this year against pressure. I'd take my chances against them then up in Seattle or in the Dome in NO.

By the way, I think it may be prudent to add a new sig quoting the dude who is giving you Super Bowl tickets.......

 

[Long Ball Larry]

One game. Let's focus on NO - they are no cakewalk.

 

[Insein]

You have a good point but I'm not sure if I agree. Carolina doesn't get much respect because they're Carolina but that team will get more pressure on Foles than any other team (including Seattle). I thought Foles looked shaky against Dallas when they put some heat on. Carolina's offense is nothing special but they still do have a very talented QB who has the ability to carry a game on his shoulder. I think the Eagles can handle the Saints and Packers but will struggle against teams like the Hawks, Panthers and Niners. Fortunately they would get the Niners at home. Just my opinion........

The thing with the pressure is that his options weren't open. He doesn't force the ball into bad spots. So he was waiting for something to develop and was willing to take a sack if nothing came. Dallas defense had been atrocious all year but perhaps Clairborne coming back helped them a bit more than I thought it would. Carolina's secondary is not good. They are just below average but that front 7 is stellar. They cover up a lot of deficiencies. Nick Foles though is one of the best this year against pressure. I'd take my chances against them then up in Seattle or in the Dome in NO.

By the way, I think it may be prudent to add a new sig quoting the dude who is giving you Super Bowl tickets.......

Lol, perhaps. I forget about sigs because I'm on the mobile version 75% of the time.

 

[Deamon]

So I had a huge post written up with notes on plays from the Vikings game through the end of the 3rd, but somehow managed to lose it going back and forth between the film and the board in the browser. Serves me right for not typing it in Word and pasting it in I guess. Here's what I remember.

The Vikings played man coverage (either tight or off depending on distance/situation) with a single high safety almost the whole game. They kept the 2nd S in the box as the 7th man. This seems to be the number that will drive them away from the run. At times in the 3rd quarter they split the TE a few yards outside to take another guy out of the box.

Both Peters and Johnson had trouble with the DEs, Peters got beat cleanly at least 3 times, Johnson struggled consistently to get into his vertical set fast enough to stop Robison collapsing if not turning the corner. The interior 3 were pretty good, apart from a couple of misses on Heremanns.

The run blocking was inconsistent as well, Heremanns and Ertz had a few misses that I noticed and overall they seemed to have less success this game with the 2 double teams at the point with guys then slipping off to attack the LBs on the Inside Zone runs. For whatever reason they weren't getting off those initial blocks and to the 2nd level and the LBs were making plays. 28 of Shady's yards came on two plays, one a nicely executed outside zone, the other what looked like a broken play where either Foles or Shady went the wrong way. Outside that there wasn't a lot of space.

They key to this offense beating this kind of defensive game plan is to take the plays that are there in the passing game, and we consistently didn't see them or didn't execute. Some examples:

• They play where Polk dropped the ball in the right flat, Cooper had 2 steps on his man down the left sideline with the S stuck between the hashes. Potential TD there.
• There was a play in the 3rd where Foles hit Ertz for 5 yds or so, but missed Shady breaking open on a wheel route covered by a S, another potential TD.
• There was a play where Foles scrambled for about 5 in the 2nd Q, don't think he had his eyes downfield on that because a few yards before he crossed the LoS, Cooper broke his route towards the sideline, with his man trailing and no other defender around, another potential TD.
• Foles badly overthrew a wide open Avant on 3rd and 16 near the right sideline, would have been a 1st.
• Foles led Cooper out of bounds on what should have been a TD pass. A better player might make the circus catch and keep his feet in bounds, but the throw was off target.

Looking at the INT live, I thought he'd thrown up a 50/50 ball and got stung for the gamble, in reality it was much worse. Jackson crossed the formation in motion, nobody came with him, which should have told Foles this was zone coverage. He was under center for this play, and turned his back for the PA fake, which may have something to do with the results. Jackson was uncovered completely off the line, Prater was actually covering Cooper until he passed him to the middle S. He kind of half trailed in no mans land (probably had deep third responsibility) and Foles just launched the ball right to him, like he didn't see him. Jackson may not have seen him either, because he was so open he'd been running with his head turned back to the ball for about 20 yards. Just a complete head scratcher.

If you look at Foles on the balls which are not thrown well, a lot of the time it seems due to sloppy footwork. When he has his feet set and gets hip rotation and back foot to front weight transfer the ball comes out with decent velocity, a nice spiral and good accuracy. At times he'll plant his front foot wide to the left or not do much with his feet at all (sometimes due to the pocket collapsing), that's when the ball seems to be off target much more often. Some of these throws do work, but at least in that game there's a clear difference in how the ball comes out based on the footwork. We already knew he's not a guy like Favre or Jeff George who can throw just with his arm, if this difference is consistent he's going to need to be conscious of being consistent with throwing off a proper platform. I'm going to watch this much more closely in the last two games to see if it's just a once off or if there's something to it.

You got one of these written about the Cowboys game? Look forward to reading it if you do...

 

[Bigboy10182000]

One game. Let's focus on NO - they are no cakewalk.

I totally agree but its fun to look ahead. I feel zero stress about this game at all actually. Not in a way that we win but due to us actually being here when I had 6-10/8-8 expectations. If we get destroyed then OK, I can handle this lose if we lose to a HOF QB like Brees.