***Official 2011 Philadelphia Eagles Thread*** (1 Viewer)

[zadok]

]* Expect them to try out several RBs (yes, including Bush).

Bush/Sproles/Addai IMO.

Not too sure about Addai. We didn't discuss him at all last week, but from previous discussions, I don't think the FO thinks too highly of him. I know they like Bush though, but ultimately he'll prob want too much $$$$.

Im not a big fan of Addai either, but he can block and catch. Hey it's great to be back in theorizing mode at least!

 

[thriftyrocker]

Does the talk of working out RBs hopefully rule out the remote possibility of Beanie being in the trade?

 

[Polish Hammer]

Does the talk of working out RBs hopefully rule out the remote possibility of Beanie being in the trade?

Great point, that would be nice to not have to worry about. His talent is great but a player perceived as soft would not fare well in this town. I'd love to grab Joseph at CB if available, and Carlos Rogers wouldn't be a bad consolation prize if we can't get Nnamdi. Anyone think there is any chance we keep Mikell until both of our young safeties are healthy/schooled up?

 

[zadok]

Does the talk of working out RBs hopefully rule out the remote possibility of Beanie being in the trade?

Fingers crossed for Daryl Washington...

 

[zadok]

I'd love to grab Joseph at CB if available, and Carlos Rogers wouldn't be a bad consolation prize if we can't get Nnamdi.

If we can't get Aso, I would hope for Joseph, Ike Taylor or Cromartie, in that order.

 

[Jason Wood]

As well you should, I'm surprised he leaked that much. To say that Gking is well connected is an understatement.

G-King is well connected, with Kolb. Let's remember that. He's obviously one of Kevin's personal friends, but he can't speak for what other organizations are planning on doing other than what their people have hinted to Kevin's people might happen.That said, I agree G-King is certainly a proven insight into what Kevin's handlers (and Kevin himself) are being told.

I'll chime in too, since I spent two days with my buddy in Wildwood. * Kolb is going to AZ, the deal is already done.

* He believes that Aso is going to be signed VERY quickly, like two-three days after the lock out is lifted. The Eagles are after him, but he fears that at least two other teams will 'out-bid' them. They have a number in mind, but he thinks two teams in particular will WAY overpay him. They will sign a CB though, whether it be Cromartie or a guy like Carlos Rogers. He also mentioned someone in the secondary who MIGHT be a FA if rumored CBA stuff is passed. For the life of me though, I can't remember who it is though.

* Expect them to at least try out Burress. If the price is right, they'll sign him.

* Expect them to try out several RBs (yes, including Bush).

I sincerely hope Kolb to AZ is indeed a done deal. Makes perfect sense as the destination.Before reading the rest of this thread, I was going to ask you if John Joseph was the guy you couldn't think of, but now apparently others have already done so. I REAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLY (which means it won't happen) want the Birds to target Joseph above all other CBs [assuming we don't overpay for Nnamdi's services].

 

[Bigboy10182000]

]* Expect them to try out several RBs (yes, including Bush).

Bush/Sproles/Addai IMO.

Not too sure about Addai. We didn't discuss him at all last week, but from previous discussions, I don't think the FO thinks too highly of him. I know they like Bush though, but ultimately he'll prob want too much $$$$.

I'd be more then happy with a guy like Sproles. He shouldn't cost that much and would be an instant upgrade on kick returns. He's as dangerous as they come in the open field and can catch the ball pretty good too.

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

As well you should, I'm surprised he leaked that much. To say that Gking is well connected is an understatement.

G-King is well connected, with Kolb. Let's remember that. He's obviously one of Kevin's personal friends, but he can't speak for what other organizations are planning on doing other than what their people have hinted to Kevin's people might happen.That said, I agree G-King is certainly a proven insight into what Kevin's handlers (and Kevin himself) are being told.

I'll chime in too, since I spent two days with my buddy in Wildwood. * Kolb is going to AZ, the deal is already done.

* He believes that Aso is going to be signed VERY quickly, like two-three days after the lock out is lifted. The Eagles are after him, but he fears that at least two other teams will 'out-bid' them. They have a number in mind, but he thinks two teams in particular will WAY overpay him. They will sign a CB though, whether it be Cromartie or a guy like Carlos Rogers. He also mentioned someone in the secondary who MIGHT be a FA if rumored CBA stuff is passed. For the life of me though, I can't remember who it is though.

* Expect them to at least try out Burress. If the price is right, they'll sign him.

* Expect them to try out several RBs (yes, including Bush).

I sincerely hope Kolb to AZ is indeed a done deal. Makes perfect sense as the destination.Before reading the rest of this thread, I was going to ask you if John Joseph was the guy you couldn't think of, but now apparently others have already done so. I REAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLY (which means it won't happen) want the Birds to target Joseph above all other CBs [assuming we don't overpay for Nnamdi's services].

The guys on Sirius have been saying for weeks that the Kolb to Zona deal is a lock. Today they said they believe it to be a 1st and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie .

 

[Game Time]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

 

[JaxBill]

I'd love to grab Joseph at CB if available, and Carlos Rogers wouldn't be a bad consolation prize if we can't get Nnamdi.

If we can't get Aso, I would hope for Joseph, Ike Taylor or Cromartie, in that order.

Anybody see the bit on PFT about the Eagles running more Cover-2 this year?http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/07/19/eagles-could-run-more-cover-2-this-season/Lot of talk in the comments abut how aso would be waste playing in the short zones of a cover-2.

 

[Jason Wood]

I'd love to grab Joseph at CB if available, and Carlos Rogers wouldn't be a bad consolation prize if we can't get Nnamdi.

If we can't get Aso, I would hope for Joseph, Ike Taylor or Cromartie, in that order.

Anybody see the bit on PFT about the Eagles running more Cover-2 this year?http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/07/19/eagles-could-run-more-cover-2-this-season/Lot of talk in the comments abut how aso would be waste playing in the short zones of a cover-2.

Yep, which is why I think getting someone like Johnathan Joseph over Nnamdi (for their relative price tags) makes more sense.

 

[Saint]

The guys on Sirius have been saying for weeks that the Kolb to Zona deal is a lock. Today they said they believe it to be a 1st and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie .

I'd be ecstatic if that is true. That'll allow us to go after some other players.. Saw on the FBG email about Reggie Bush is a possibility. I'd be surprised to see this happen as Bush is going to cost $$$, but the thought on what they could do with McCoy split with Bush in the background with Vick under center and Maclin/Jackson... wow that would be fun to watch.

 

[Snotbubbles]

The guys on Sirius have been saying for weeks that the Kolb to Zona deal is a lock. Today they said they believe it to be a 1st and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie .

I'd be ecstatic if that is true. That'll allow us to go after some other players.. Saw on the FBG email about Reggie Bush is a possibility. I'd be surprised to see this happen as Bush is going to cost $$$, but the thought on what they could do with McCoy split with Bush in the background with Vick under center and Maclin/Jackson... wow that would be fun to watch.

...and near impossible to stop

 

[netnalp]

The guys on Sirius have been saying for weeks that the Kolb to Zona deal is a lock. Today they said they believe it to be a 1st and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie .

I'd be ecstatic if that is true. That'll allow us to go after some other players.. Saw on the FBG email about Reggie Bush is a possibility. I'd be surprised to see this happen as Bush is going to cost $$$, but the thought on what they could do with McCoy split with Bush in the background with Vick under center and Maclin/Jackson... wow that would be fun to watch.

...and near impossible to stop

Unless a defense forces Vick to run to the right.

 

[roarlions]

Kolb gave an interesting interview yesterday on the Dan Patrick show. Summary at this link:

http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/125830253.html

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

some interesting tweets from Cosell:

[*]Eagles WILL move Kolb.That's not a question. I was evaluating both Kolb + Vick as players. Desperate QB market increases Kolb's value.

[*]Don't know if Kolb can become consistent pitch + catch QB. A question at this point. Vick has track record. Spectacular but unpredictable.

[*]Vick always been tough eval. Spectacular camouflaged inconsistent. Play suffered due to attrition. Question: Can you commit?

[*]They will trade him. That's done. As was done by Falcons they have dramatically over-rated Vick. Will hurt them at some point.

[*]Good comparison for Kolb (at his best) is Matt Hasselbeck. Kolb must play w/more pocket poise + awareness. Not sure thing as quality starter

[*]Kolb a timing + rhythm passer. Limited arm strength. Ball must come out. Issues with footwork, balance and poise longer he stays in pocket.

[*]Cromartie outstanding skill set. Problem as press corner is he doesn't play to size. Does not use his hands to jam + disrupt. Plays small.

[*]Eagles will trade Kolb. They're in tough spot. QB driven league. Any Vick injury derails season. Pass rusher means nothing if no QB.

[*]As I said back in March I would not trade Kolb. With no off-season Vick will be instinct player, too much running. Injuries will follow.

[*]Will McNabb be a starting QB? Where? Most intriguing QB out there. Would not be surprised if he goes to camp (which one) as a backup.

[*]Will be interested to see market for CB I. Taylor. Very consistent player. Can play zone, man, + in the slot. Physical presence. Eagles?

 

[zadok]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

 

[netnalp]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

Go get him, CBs that can't wrap up are toast against Nicks.

 

[Jason Wood]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Is everyone too excited for Nom to talk about Taylor? I think he would be fantastic for the birds but he rarely gets mentioned.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Is everyone too excited for Nom to talk about Taylor? I think he would be fantastic for the birds but he rarely gets mentioned.

To be honest I'm to excited to talk about Taylor or DRC until I see/hear what our OL coach/ DC has planed for the defense. I saw someone mention that we may play more zone or cover 2 and if that's the case I want DRC. Other then that I have no idea what to expect scheme wise to be excited about either one.

 

[Terpman22]

I would be very excited if we landed Ike. I think the good thing though, is we are all assuming we are gonna get at least one of the four of Joseph, Nnamdi, DRC or Ike. Ike and asomugha are just pros. They would both be leaders on a still pretty young defense. You have to factor that into it. I think if we switched to cover-2, either of these guys would fit. With that said, I am more concerned with what we do at safety. I really don't think Coleman or the rookie is ready to take over. I am pretty sure QM is gone, and I am just trying to figure it out, if we don't hand it over to Coleman, then obviously it wouldn't be Jarret the rook...

We will get a D-lineman it appears and that is a wild card too. In the end, if Curtis Marsh has any IQ - he should be damn good after learning from Asante+whoever for the next 2-3 years.

 

[Jason Wood]

I'm not excited about Ike Taylor because a) I think he'll remain a Steeler and b) he's a 31-year old corner who isn't even considered a special player by Steelers faithful.

 

[JetMaxx]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Who exactly? 16 mil for Nmandi? No thanks. Now apparently Ike "isn't special" and too old @ 31, the common speculation is that JJ may not be a FA due to the wording of the new CBA and DRC is a last resort. You are painting a rather anti-climatic signing/trade regardless of the result.All would be an upgrade but my choice? Give me a 24 yr old DRC and a high pick in the Kolb trade and use the FA $ on the DL.

 

[zadok]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Who exactly? 16 mil for Nmandi? No thanks. Now apparently Ike "isn't special" and too old @ 31, the common speculation is that JJ may not be a FA due to the wording of the new CBA and DRC is a last resort. You are painting a rather anti-climatic signing/trade regardless of the result.All would be an upgrade but my choice? Give me a 24 yr old DRC and a high pick in the Kolb trade and use the FA $ on the DL.

There is a 0% chance Joseph will be restricted.

 

[Jason Wood]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Who exactly? 16 mil for Nmandi? No thanks. Now apparently Ike "isn't special" and too old @ 31, the common speculation is that JJ may not be a FA due to the wording of the new CBA and DRC is a last resort. You are painting a rather anti-climatic signing/trade regardless of the result.All would be an upgrade but my choice? Give me a 24 yr old DRC and a high pick in the Kolb trade and use the FA $ on the DL.

To be clear, I much prefer building through the draft and while Nnamdi would be great, he's only going to one team, and I don't think the Eagles are really players for him at that price given his age. We threw tons of money at Asante, sure, but he was 27 at the time. Big difference. Ike is not considered elite (unlike Nnamdi) and is a year older, that would be HIGHLY out of character for the Eagles. Doesn't mean it won't happen, but highly out of character nonetheless.I'm still holding out hope for Johnathan Joseph. Wouldn't mind Richard Marshall either.

As you said, anything will do is likely to be an upgrade, so I won't mind it. But I'm trying to be realistic in what I think we WILL do as much as want I WANT us to do.

 

[LTsharks]

Watching the replay of NFL Total Access this morning makes me wonder just how much Dukes and the band of clowns he works with really know. I respect his opinion that Kolb isn't worth more than a second (although I think he is an idiot for thinking that) but how they think the Cardinals are considering going with a washed up Bulger or McNabb for a year and then get Kolb for free next year is just poor journalism. Really??? How about a little investigation, and less spitballin, Dukie.

Kolb to AZ is practically done. He spent last weekend in AZ with 20 or so members of the offense, throwing them the ball in "player only" workouts, where the whole team was stoked on his accuracy and team leadership skills. He's looking for a house out there, and Fitzgerald is his personal "campaign manager". Kolb will be a Cardinal, and its been the worst kept secret in the league. How about taking off the Bose headphones, Sapp?

How is it the the lard azzes at NFL TA can't find out what is going on, but yet they are supposed to be "in the know"??? Idiots....

I'm surprised this post didn't get any replies. The lockout is ending any day and players will be on the move soon. I have NO reason to doubt what GKing says about Kold being in AZ throwing to players. Have any media outlets reported this? I would think that some reporters in AZ would be around these workouts, especially with the heavy Kolb to AZ rumors that we have seen.

I guess I believe his post but I am just wondering if anything has been written about this. If not, at this point I'm still taking GKing at his word.....

Something like this is what I was wondering if anyone had seen.

From PFT:

Craig Morgan of the FOXSportsArizona.com reports that Kolb and Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald already had a throwing session together at Arizona State earlier this July.

Fitzgerald runs a big group of player workouts in Minnesota which included Kyle Orton at one point, but this was a little different. It was private and apparently intended to be kept quiet.

Link to Craig Morgan story

Once again GKing was out in front.

 

[loose circuits]

I would be very excited if we landed Ike. I think the good thing though, is we are all assuming we are gonna get at least one of the four of Joseph, Nnamdi, DRC or Ike. Ike and asomugha are just pros. They would both be leaders on a still pretty young defense. You have to factor that into it. I think if we switched to cover-2, either of these guys would fit. With that said, I am more concerned with what we do at safety. I really don't think Coleman or the rookie is ready to take over. I am pretty sure QM is gone, and I am just trying to figure it out, if we don't hand it over to Coleman, then obviously it wouldn't be Jarret the rook...

We will get a D-lineman it appears and that is a wild card too. In the end, if Curtis Marsh has any IQ - he should be damn good after learning from Asante+whoever for the next 2-3 years.

what is Marlin Jackson's health like? Any chance he makes it back healthy?

 

[loose circuits]

Sportin a half chub thinking of getting a 1st AND DRC

DRC is talented, but if he is traded for, fans will grow to hate that neither of our starting CBs can tackle...unless they bring in DRC as the nickelback.

I won't write off DRC completely but I agree that I would much prefer the Eagles to go out and sign someone at the position.

Who exactly? 16 mil for Nmandi? No thanks. Now apparently Ike "isn't special" and too old @ 31, the common speculation is that JJ may not be a FA due to the wording of the new CBA and DRC is a last resort. You are painting a rather anti-climatic signing/trade regardless of the result.All would be an upgrade but my choice? Give me a 24 yr old DRC and a high pick in the Kolb trade and use the FA $ on the DL.

To be clear, I much prefer building through the draft and while Nnamdi would be great, he's only going to one team, and I don't think the Eagles are really players for him at that price given his age. We threw tons of money at Asante, sure, but he was 27 at the time. Big difference. Ike is not considered elite (unlike Nnamdi) and is a year older, that would be HIGHLY out of character for the Eagles. Doesn't mean it won't happen, but highly out of character nonetheless.I'm still holding out hope for Johnathan Joseph. Wouldn't mind Richard Marshall either.

As you said, anything will do is likely to be an upgrade, so I won't mind it. But I'm trying to be realistic in what I think we WILL do as much as want I WANT us to do.

Isn't Marshall a cover 2 type CB? He seems like he would fit the MO and be a cheap alternativeAlso, heard somewhere that Gamble is a candidate for release? He wouldn't be bad either...

 

[G-King]

Thanks Shark for the props, but according to some kid named Enema or Eminem in the Kolb to AZ thread, that was all just me reading old news. Gotta love the young bucks trying to gain attention!

 

[Saint]

Getting away from the Kolb situation, anyone familiar with why James Urban left the Eagles? I thought he was on the up and up by being promoted from QB Coach to Assistant Offensive Coordinator. The next thing I saw he was joining Cincinnati as the WR coach... seemed a step backwards.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

Ok now that the crap is out of the way and Kolb should be gone tomorrow here what I want in FA, which begins Saturday I believe:

Charles Johnson/ Ray Edwards- I dont care which but we need a LE

Jared Gaither at RT

Vince Young at QB

Darren Sproles at RB/ KR

That's all for now.

 

[Insein]

Just saw this on ESPN rumors.

Reports: Edwards to Eagles

1:16PM ET

Ray Edwards | Vikings | Interested: Eagles? D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that free agent defensive end Ray Edwards, long thought to be headed to the Atlanta Falcons, will instead sign with the Philadelphia Eagles. ESPN NFC East blogger Dan Graziano explains how Edwards will fit in Philly:

- Vince Verhei

Dan Graziano

A bookend for Trent Cole

"With Brandon Graham still a major question mark because of his injury, new defensive line coach Jim Washburn is interested in adding a pass-rushing defensive end to play on the side opposite Trent Cole. Edwards might have played in Jared Allen's shadow in Minnesota, but he's shown enough (I think, in particular, of a January 2010 playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys) to make teams think he can be a force on his own. The conventional wisdom now seems to be that Charles Johnson will re-sign with Carolina, which has something like 6,000 free agents and a long way to go to get to the new minimum spending threshold. And while Jason Babin makes some sense because of his ties to Washburn and to Philadelphia, Edwards might well be the best option on the market."

They didn't even qualify it. They said will sign. Solid pickup if true.

 

[Bigboy10182000]

I really wish Mankins or Carl Nicks would be available.

There's also talk of Osi being cut too. Who would you rather have? Osi, Edwards or Johnson?

And I left Haynesworth off of my list above

 

[Terpman22]

While assuming we trade Kolb for DRC, we will be out of the running for Asomugha. I saw that Edwards report too and he was my #1 de after Johnson, so like said before, if true, it would be great. Then I have no clue what to do at safety. i don't think we seriously consider Jackson to come back and would be a bit shocked if we started Jarrett and not make a move with the ???'s about Allen's knee. From there it's LB. I don't think Jordan or Sims come back, think we keep Fokou, Chaney and re-sign Bradley. Posluzny, I think would be nice. Or maybe Manny Lawson? I still think there is gonna be a major out of left field signing like Mankins(I can dream...) or something crazy. At least I hope so...

 

[scratcher]

Eagles first FREE AGENT SIGNING!!!!

The NFL has granted teams the ability to sign undrafted rookie free agents and their own drafted rookies starting tonight. So essentially, free agency is underway. Per NFL spokesman Greg Aiello, the deals won't be official until tomorrow, but teams can begin agreeing to deals as we speak.The Eagles first signing according to several reports is Miami Hurricanes RB Graig Cooper (yes that's spelled right). Cooper was a very highly touted prospect, but... can you guess what I'm about to say next? Tore up his knee late in 2009 which cost him part of last year and really seemed limit his effectiveness last year.He was really looking to be on his way to stardom after a big freshman year where he racked up the 3rd most rushing yards by a true freshman in Miami history (behind Clinton Portis). He does fit the mold of what the Eagles look for, as he's a very good pass catcher as well as runner.So like they have several times in the past the Eagles are rolling the dice on a guy being undervalued coming off an injury. And really, with 90 roster spots this year, why not?

Ok not as exciting but...

 

[zadok]

I was quite surprised Cooper went undrafted. Cool!

 

[zadok]

Ok now that the crap is out of the way and Kolb should be gone tomorrow here what I want in FA, which begins Saturday I believe:

Friday.

 

[scratcher]

Any new word on compensation for Kolb?

 

[zadok]

Just saw this on ESPN rumors.

Reports: Edwards to Eagles

1:16PM ET

Ray Edwards | Vikings | Interested: Eagles? D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that free agent defensive end Ray Edwards, long thought to be headed to the Atlanta Falcons, will instead sign with the Philadelphia Eagles. ESPN NFC East blogger Dan Graziano explains how Edwards will fit in Philly:

- Vince Verhei

Dan Graziano

A bookend for Trent Cole

"With Brandon Graham still a major question mark because of his injury, new defensive line coach Jim Washburn is interested in adding a pass-rushing defensive end to play on the side opposite Trent Cole. Edwards might have played in Jared Allen's shadow in Minnesota, but he's shown enough (I think, in particular, of a January 2010 playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys) to make teams think he can be a force on his own. The conventional wisdom now seems to be that Charles Johnson will re-sign with Carolina, which has something like 6,000 free agents and a long way to go to get to the new minimum spending threshold. And while Jason Babin makes some sense because of his ties to Washburn and to Philadelphia, Edwards might well be the best option on the market."

They didn't even qualify it. They said will sign. Solid pickup if true.

More than solid, he's a borderline star. Chalk me up as highly skeptical though, I won't believe it until Friday.

 

[Lehigh98]

Ticket draft time again, where we split up the season tix with the inlaws.

We have first pick this year, what do you guys think are the best games and how do you rank them?...

Sun, Sep 25 - New York Giants - 1:00 PM - Home Opener

Sun, Oct 2 - San Francisco - 1:00 PM - Meh

Sun, Oct 30 - Dallas - 8:20 PM - Cowboys on SNF

Mon, Nov 7 - Chicago - 8:30 PM - MNF

Sun, Nov 13 - Arizona - 1:00 PM - Possible Kolb Grudge Match?

Sun, Nov 27 - New England - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Pats often

Sun, Dec 18 - New York Jets - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Jets often (other than Pre)

Sun, Jan 1 - Washington - 1:00 PM - Skins but Meh

 

[netnalp]

1. Giants

2. New England

3. Jets

4. Cowboys

 

[Deranged Hermit]

Ticket draft time again, where we split up the season tix with the inlaws.We have first pick this year, what do you guys think are the best games and how do you rank them?...Sun, Sep 25 - New York Giants - 1:00 PM - Home OpenerSun, Oct 2 - San Francisco - 1:00 PM - Meh Sun, Oct 30 - Dallas - 8:20 PM - Cowboys on SNFMon, Nov 7 - Chicago - 8:30 PM - MNFSun, Nov 13 - Arizona - 1:00 PM - Possible Kolb Grudge Match?Sun, Nov 27 - New England - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Pats oftenSun, Dec 18 - New York Jets - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Jets often (other than Pre)Sun, Jan 1 - Washington - 1:00 PM - Skins but Meh

I'm a Chicago fan, so I'm biased, but I would go:1. NYJ (rare regular season game, solid defense)2. NE3. CHI4. Dallas or NYG (whomever you hate more)

 

[Insein]

Just saw this on ESPN rumors.

Reports: Edwards to Eagles

1:16PM ET

Ray Edwards | Vikings | Interested: Eagles? D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports that free agent defensive end Ray Edwards, long thought to be headed to the Atlanta Falcons, will instead sign with the Philadelphia Eagles. ESPN NFC East blogger Dan Graziano explains how Edwards will fit in Philly:

- Vince Verhei

Dan Graziano

A bookend for Trent Cole

"With Brandon Graham still a major question mark because of his injury, new defensive line coach Jim Washburn is interested in adding a pass-rushing defensive end to play on the side opposite Trent Cole. Edwards might have played in Jared Allen's shadow in Minnesota, but he's shown enough (I think, in particular, of a January 2010 playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys) to make teams think he can be a force on his own. The conventional wisdom now seems to be that Charles Johnson will re-sign with Carolina, which has something like 6,000 free agents and a long way to go to get to the new minimum spending threshold. And while Jason Babin makes some sense because of his ties to Washburn and to Philadelphia, Edwards might well be the best option on the market."

They didn't even qualify it. They said will sign. Solid pickup if true.

More than solid, he's a borderline star. Chalk me up as highly skeptical though, I won't believe it until Friday.

There was a bleacherreport blurb that mentioned he was househunting in Bucks and Montgomery county. Its down now but here's the eagles message board link to it. http://boards.philadelphiaeagles.com/topic/615600-ray-edwards-house-hunting-in-philly/

 

[Shane Falco]

UDFA signings

Eagles

Graig Cooper (RB, Miami)

Terrance Turner (WR, Indiana)

Cedric Thornton (DL, Southern Arkansas)

Martell Webb (TE, Michigan)

this link may jam up your computer

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

Ticket draft time again, where we split up the season tix with the inlaws.We have first pick this year, what do you guys think are the best games and how do you rank them?...Sun, Sep 25 - New York Giants - 1:00 PM - Home OpenerSun, Oct 2 - San Francisco - 1:00 PM - Meh Sun, Oct 30 - Dallas - 8:20 PM - Cowboys on SNFMon, Nov 7 - Chicago - 8:30 PM - MNFSun, Nov 13 - Arizona - 1:00 PM - Possible Kolb Grudge Match?Sun, Nov 27 - New England - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Pats oftenSun, Dec 18 - New York Jets - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Jets often (other than Pre)Sun, Jan 1 - Washington - 1:00 PM - Skins but Meh

1. New England (almost guaranteed to be Brady's last game in Philly)2. NYG3. Dallas4. Arizona (if Kolb trade happens, otherwise NYJ)

 

[Bigboy10182000]

UDFA signings

Eagles

Graig Cooper (RB, Miami)

Terrance Turner (WR, Indiana)

Cedric Thornton (DL, Southern Arkansas)

Martell Webb (TE, Michigan)

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I wouldn't be shocked if Cooper beats out Lewis. Turner has some pretty intriguing size but that's all I know of him.

As far as Thornton goes hopefully he's more the pass rushing type

And I have no idea what they saw in Webb

 

[loose circuits]

Is Cooper the guy at the combine that ran in-between the cones rather than around them? To me that shows a lack of attention to detail. Hopefully, that isn't the case and we can make something out of him, but more than likely he's PS material if we bring in a vet to back-up McCoy as rumored

 

[loose circuits]

Is Cooper the guy at the combine that ran in-between the cones rather than around them? To me that shows a lack of attention to detail. Hopefully, that isn't the case and we can make something out of him, but more than likely he's PS material if we bring in a vet to back-up McCoy as rumored

nevermind, that was Berry not Cooper got the Miami RB's mixed up

 

[eaglezzz]

Ticket draft time again, where we split up the season tix with the inlaws.We have first pick this year, what do you guys think are the best games and how do you rank them?...Sun, Sep 25 - New York Giants - 1:00 PM - Home OpenerSun, Oct 2 - San Francisco - 1:00 PM - Meh Sun, Oct 30 - Dallas - 8:20 PM - Cowboys on SNFMon, Nov 7 - Chicago - 8:30 PM - MNFSun, Nov 13 - Arizona - 1:00 PM - Possible Kolb Grudge Match?Sun, Nov 27 - New England - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Pats oftenSun, Dec 18 - New York Jets - 4:15 PM - Good matchup and don't get to see the Jets often (other than Pre)Sun, Jan 1 - Washington - 1:00 PM - Skins but Meh

1 - NE (Super Bowl payback)2 - NYG (Home Opener)3 - Chicago (MNF)4 - Dallas (SNF - Dallas/Philly games are always not to be missed)5 - NYJ (Good matchups all around and late season game)6 - Washington (Late Season division game/ could have playoffs on the line)7 - Arizona (Kolb watch I guess)8 - SF (Prefer Wash over both Ari/SF matchups)