2024 Philadelphia Eagles - First one was for the fans. This one was for the team. Next one is for the legacy. (5 Viewers)

[Bigboy10182000]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

I don’t know why we’re still pop-poo’ing Kenny. He played well. Had it not been for the Dickerson holding when he took the shot to the ribs and had a TD negated his line was very good and he made a lot of good throws.

 

[sm8680]

One of the better stories from yesterday.

AJ Brown agrees to gift fan a jersey after throwing Tanner McKee's first TD ball into stands​

 

[unckeyherb]

Saquon ready to go….

Chat GPT Memes + AI Art on Instagram: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win ea

6,047 likes, 218 comments - memerunnergpt on December 29, 2024: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win earlier today. I...

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Note: NSFW.

 

[need2know]

they really shouldn't play any starters

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Saquon ready to go….

Chat GPT Memes + AI Art on Instagram: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win ea

6,047 likes, 218 comments - memerunnergpt on December 29, 2024: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win earlier today. I...

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AI is scary

 

[Snotbubbles]

Looking forward to the rematch with the redskins

Unless Washington loses to the depleted Cowboys next weekend, you guys are playing the Packers in the WC.

Yea hadnt realized Packers conference record is pretty bad. Not scared of them as they are like a lesser version of us.

Well i would rather.play the packers. But think we match up well with either

Don't care who we play. We're the best team in the NFC.

 

[Insein]

Saquon ready to go….

Chat GPT Memes + AI Art on Instagram: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win ea

6,047 likes, 218 comments - memerunnergpt on December 29, 2024: "Saquon Barkley says he’s eager to beat Eric Dickerson’s single season rushing record next week, against his former team, the New York Giants. Saquon put up 167 yards against the Cowboys in a dominant 41-7 win earlier today. I...

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Note: NSFW.

AI is scary

Side note but yes. This is AI after only 2 years of mainstream use. It went from obvious robotic nonsense to almost indistinguishable from reality. Imagine another 5 years from now. We'll be run by fake leaders constructed through AI.

 

[renesauz]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

This has been a common theme in Eagles threads this year, with virtually ZERO evidence to back it up. Experience matters, and Pickett looked serviceable at worst. Tanner threw like 4 passes against a team that had clearly given up at that point. It was encouraging, but your declaration is ....well I don't wanna get moderated, let's just call it a stretch

 

[renesauz]

One of the better stories from yesterday.

AJ Brown agrees to gift fan a jersey after throwing Tanner McKee's first TD ball into stands​

was the least Brown could do to get the ball back. He doesn't deserve a lot of credit for it

 

[renesauz]

they really shouldn't play any starters

Not personally a fan of taking multiple weeks off. If Hurts is ready to go, I'd say practice the week as normal and give the starters a series or two. Certainly NOT more then that

 

[unckeyherb]

The first question in my mind is, Can Saquon actually break the record? He needs 101 rushing yards to set the all timer. The Giants are giving up the second most rushing yards per game in the entire league at 145YPG. I think Saquon is averaging about 140 per game. So, obviously he can get the record.

They were debating this on the radio this morning, but this might be the biggest individual record in football. I can’t really think of one that has more cache. I think you play him for a half and you see where it goes. I’m tired of hearing all these people say it’s not about getting records, it’s about a Super Bowl. Why do those things have to be mutually exclusive? This is a generational season that Saquon is having . Capping off the last game of the year by setting the all-time NFL record, and doing it against the team that let you walk is just too much of an amazing storyline to ignore. If you asked anyone on the team, what they want to do, it’s get the record. Nick is a players coach, and he understands this.

I think you play him, you get him the record, and you don’t **** around and worry about injury.

 

[jon007]

I'm at the point that what ever decision is made about the record I'm cool with it. There is risk and reward. Scenarios we have are:

1. Get the record win the SB
2. Get the record don't win the SB.
2. Don't get the record win the SB.
4. Don't get the record Don't win the SB.

IMO the reward out ways the risk since the record is reachable and we have the team that can get it done.

The icing on the cake is option #1.

 

[Insein]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

 

[The Noid]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

 

[Insein]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

Yea my bad. Not sure why I thought it was in NY

 

[Pip's Invitation]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

Yea my bad. Not sure why I thought it was in NY

A bunch of people on the Eagles subreddit made the same mistake. Either a site somewhere has it wrong, or the crappy MetLife turf is so much on people's minds that they can't help but reflexively comment about it.

 

[unckeyherb]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

Yea my bad. Not sure why I thought it was in NY

A bunch of people on the Eagles subreddit made the same mistake. Either a site somewhere has it wrong, or the crappy MetLife turf is so much on people's minds that they can't help but reflexively comment about it.

I thought the same thing after the game.

 

[renesauz]

I think it depends on HUrts. If Jalen is cleared I would rather have Hurts in for a few drives...NOT a fan of having more then one week off for any player. If HUrts is good I play my starters and see what Saquon does in the first few series'....let them play up to the half if he's killing it.

If HUrts can't go, then sit all the stars

 

[travdogg]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

In theory it might not even last the week. Henry in a must win against a Browns team with nothing to play for, and no reason to risk guys like Garrett. It wouldn't blow my mind if he had 222 yards. He'd have to break a few long ones, but it wouldn't surprise me. I do wonder if Henry did that, if the Eagles would give Barkley enough work to top whatever Henry did.

Again, its a long shot, but not impossible.

 

[ChiefD]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

 

[Cowboysfan8]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

I agree. I actually had this typed out and earlier and decided not to post it

 

[Alex P Keaton]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

Do you recognize the current record then, or do you recognize OJ’s 14-game record?

 

[Insein]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

379 carries for ED
345 carries for Barkley right now

 

[ChiefD]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

Do you recognize the current record then, or do you recognize OJ’s 14-game record?

Personally I recognize whatever the record was for whatever the player achieved in their era.

So OJ has the 14 game record and Dickerson has the 16 game record.

 

[ChiefD]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

379 carries for ED
345 carries for Barkley right now

This is a good point.

 

[sm8680]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

This has been a common theme in Eagles threads this year, with virtually ZERO evidence to back it up. Experience matters, and Pickett looked serviceable at worst. Tanner threw like 4 passes against a team that had clearly given up at that point. It was encouraging, but your declaration is ....well I don't wanna get moderated, let's just call it a stretch

During training camp there were people clamoring to cut Kenny and promote Tanner to 2nd string.

Your taking things way to serious especially if your referencing being moderated for something you want to say but you know well enough not to. You can simply disagree. Time will tell.

 

[need2know]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

Do you recognize the current record then, or do you recognize OJ’s 14-game record?

Personally I recognize whatever the record was for whatever the player achieved in their era.

So OJ has the 14 game record and Dickerson has the 16 game record.

Personally i dont recognize any of the chiefs superbowl wins

 

[Pip's Invitation]

Unless he breaks that record in 16 games it's meaningless in my opinion.

Stupid record books in every sport should have a record book for every iteration of the schedule throughout history.

/pet peeve thread

Do you recognize the current record then, or do you recognize OJ’s 14-game record?

Personally I recognize whatever the record was for whatever the player achieved in their era.

So OJ has the 14 game record and Dickerson has the 16 game record.

And Barkley would have the 17 game record. Seems pretty simple.

 

[Deamon]

So OJ has the 14 game record and Dickerson has the 16 game record.

So Barkley already has the 17 game record?

 

[ChiefD]

So OJ has the 14 game record and Dickerson has the 16 game record.

So Barkley already has the 17 game record?

That's one way to look at it.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

And I’m certain there will be an 18th, 19th and maybe 20th game in our lifetime.

As they add more games the records hold little meaning to me anyway, but I’m old lol

 

[Deamon]

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

And I’m certain there will be an 18th, 19th and maybe 20th game in our lifetime.

As they add more games the records hold little meaning to me anyway, but I’m old lol

I think we will be moving to 18 games before we know it. That said, still pretty hard to break that kind of record in 18 games.

 

[The Noid]

Micah Parsons, on yesterday’s game being more competitive than it appeared: “If you take away the scoreboard the game would have been close.”

 

[ChicoCat]

I don't think the team telling Saquon flat out "no" is the right thing to do. Leave it up to the team. If the O-line and Saquon want to do it; do it. I definitely wouldn't play Hurts though....so that will make things more difficult for Barkley to do it.

 

[Insein]

I'd see how it's going. If he's got 12 carries for 24 yards in mid 2nd qtr, I'd probably shut it down. I know he can break one any play but it would feel rough to keep him out there.

 

[DJackson10]

I’m another “Eagles fans are awful” oh never mind Eagles fan returns Tanner McKee’s First TD balls for signed Jersey

 

[DJackson10]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

I don’t know why we’re still pop-poo’ing Kenny. He played well. Had it not been for the Dickerson holding when he took the shot to the ribs and had a TD negated his line was very good and he made a lot of good throws.

I agree but McKee is this teams Nick Foles. Godforbid Hurts and KP get hurt and McKee pulls a Foles and wins the SB the **** show we’ll have on our hands with some fans and most of the media.

 

[DJackson10]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

Fun fact Barkley is one of only two backs to reach 2K on lesser carries than Erick Dickerson. The other is Barry Sanders who almost broke the record in one of his last years.

 

[need2know]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

I don’t know why we’re still pop-poo’ing Kenny. He played well. Had it not been for the Dickerson holding when he took the shot to the ribs and had a TD negated his line was very good and he made a lot of good throws.

I agree but McKee is this teams Nick Foles. Godforbid Hurts and KP get hurt and McKee pulls a Foles and wins the SB the **** show we’ll have on our hands with some fans and most of the media.

If we win another superbowl its totally worth it.

 

[DJackson10]

Micah Parsons, on yesterday’s game being more competitive than it appeared: “If you take away the scoreboard the game would have been close.”

Dude talks a lot but fails to back that up on the field constantly.

 

[DJackson10]

I’m not trying to **** on Barkley here but I hope he was joking in the “my team I use to play for sucked” because even if that’s the case, everyone knows sports leagues give out hats and shirts for winning the division

Eagles Saquon Barkley Did NOT Know NFL Gives Out Shirts and Hats for Winning NFC East Since he NEVER Won with New York Giants

“It's cool, I'm not going to downplay it. But like I said, at the end of the day, you're not getting remembered for being a 2024 NFC East division champ. I'm happy, it’s my first hat and T-shirt game. I didn't even know that was a thing, to be honest. So, I'm happy to be part of that, and we did it as a team. But we all know what the goal is.”

 

[Insein]

My only worry is the MetLife turf

Game is at home.

I’m an adamant “Don’t play him”, btw. Our bye was 12 weeks ago and he’s put on a lot of mileage this season. Rest and injury-free is the way to go into the playoffs. I would think about it if we had the 1-seed and only needed 2 wins to get to the SB, with a built-in bye.

With the 17th game, the record might not even last a couple years.

Fun fact Barkley is one of only two backs to reach 2K on lesser carries than Erick Dickerson. The other is Barry Sanders who almost broke the record in one of his last years.

I mean, OJ did too.

 

[Snotbubbles]

Micah Parsons, on yesterday’s game being more competitive than it appeared: “If you take away the scoreboard the game would have been close.”

Dude talks a lot but fails to back that up on the field constantly.

I'd take Parsons on this team in a heartbeat.

 

[renesauz]

I don't think the team telling Saquon flat out "no" is the right thing to do. Leave it up to the team. If the O-line and Saquon want to do it; do it. I definitely wouldn't play Hurts though....so that will make things more difficult for Barkley to do it.

spoke my mind on this. Players care rusty when they have more then one week off. If he's ready, start him. CAn pull him after 2 or 3 drives

 

[unckeyherb]

I don't think the team telling Saquon flat out "no" is the right thing to do. Leave it up to the team. If the O-line and Saquon want to do it; do it. I definitely wouldn't play Hurts though....so that will make things more difficult for Barkley to do it.

I mean definitely not. Hurts being back there is one of the top 2-3 reasons Saquon is pushing to break the record. No one on defense respects the possibility of someone not Jalen running. His potential for keeping and running is why Saquon has the most yards before contact in the nfl.

ETA disregard. I read that wrong. Agreed.

Also I would probably play him as I don’t want Jalen going into a playoff game having not played for basically four weeks

 

[unckeyherb]

Nothing on the line next week.

Rest everyone and let’s get ready for the playoffs.

They need to really get someone next year to take some of the load off Barkley. We’ve been lucky he hasn’t gotten hurt this year but we all saw CMC last year first full season healthy then played 1 1/2 games this year. Someone who can take 5-10 tots from him a game running and catching. We need better depth.

Yeah rest everyone next week let Pickett play if he can go in case you need him in the playoffs and give Hurts another week to recover.

Still shouting from the rooftops that Philly fans under-appreciate Kenny G. We have a decent backup....but it's such a HUGE drop from Saquon to basically anyone else ......

Correct me if I'm wrong didn't Tanner have more TD's passes in the game. A better passer rating than Kenny obviously with less passes. There's a big drop off in talent from Jalen to Kenny. But an upgrade in talent with Tanner in comparison to Kenny.

I don’t know why we’re still pop-poo’ing Kenny. He played well. Had it not been for the Dickerson holding when he took the shot to the ribs and had a TD negated his line was very good and he made a lot of good throws.

I agree but McKee is this teams Nick Foles. Godforbid Hurts and KP get hurt and McKee pulls a Foles and wins the SB the **** show we’ll have on our hands with some fans and most of the media.

Wut are you talking about.

 

[DJackson10]

Micah Parsons, on yesterday’s game being more competitive than it appeared: “If you take away the scoreboard the game would have been close.”

Dude talks a lot but fails to back that up on the field constantly.

I'd take Parsons on this team in a heartbeat.

Dude is an absolute cancer. He talks a big fake but fails to show up in anything big. He’s not the type of player Howie and Jeff want around this locker room. Huge liability in the run game. Admitted prior to this season he skipped the Eagles pre draft interview because he didn’t want them drafting him nor play in PA.

These days he seems more of a distraction than anything else.

 

[DJackson10]

All Black next week as we remember the 2024 New York Football Giants.

 

[Lehigh98]

Since it's the crappy Giants and he'd definitely break it (against his former team) if he played... I'd leave it up to Saquon and ESPECIALLY the O-line. If those guys feel like they need a week off to heal / rest up then let them have it. Otherwise, I'd have them suit up and go through a week of prep as if they were starting. Of course, letting the backups know they're going to be playing alot. I give them a few series to get a little work in (a la preseason games) and see if Saquon can make some progress on the record. If it's not happening, pull the starters. If they don't get there (or real close) by halftime, pull the starters. If someone doesn't feel 100%, pull the starters. Poor field conditions, pull the starters. Etc...

 

[The Noid]

The Mormon Missile (Tanner McKee) is the first NFL quarterback to throw 2 touchdown passes in 5 or fewer attempts in his first career game, after finishing 3 of 4 passing for 54 yards, 2TDs, and a 156.2 rating.