** Official ** Eagles 2008 Thread (1 Viewer)

[Bob Wiley]

My buddy keep talking about a WR in the first round, but I'll believe it when I see it. This first round is chock full of OT talent and the Eagles OT's ain't getting any younger.I think they can snag a decent WR in the second. Maybe they can trade up for Manningham.

Take that back! (I would take at least 6 WRs before Manningham)This is where I just completely disagree with the conventional wisdom. Let's say neither Thomas or Runyan are resigned in 09. Justice at LT, Gilles at LG and Herremanns at RT look fine to me. And that's the worst case. God forbid they target quality on the OLine from the 3rd round on...

Justice at LT? - Did you happen to catch the game at the Giant game at the Meadowlands this year?

Justice was a turnstyle against the Giants.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

My buddy keep talking about a WR in the first round, but I'll believe it when I see it. This first round is chock full of OT talent and the Eagles OT's ain't getting any younger.I think they can snag a decent WR in the second. Maybe they can trade up for Manningham.

Take that back! (I would take at least 6 WRs before Manningham)This is where I just completely disagree with the conventional wisdom. Let's say neither Thomas or Runyan are resigned in 09. Justice at LT, Gilles at LG and Herremanns at RT look fine to me. And that's the worst case. God forbid they target quality on the OLine from the 3rd round on...

Justice at LT? - Did you happen to catch the game at the Giant game at the Meadowlands this year?

There are two OT's I've seen a ton of: Williams and Long and I honestly don't see a huge difference in talent between the two. I think both will be very good in the NFL. If the Eagles can get Williams (I'm actually hoping my Bears take him) they should jump on it like a gift from God.

 

[modogg]

i agree the Eagles could certainly use a top #1 WR, but I am not sure the drafting of a WR is a huge upgrade. If they drat someone, that obviously knocks off Brown, Avant or Baskett's development. I honestly think the jury is still out on Avant and Baskett. i have been down on the F.O. with their WR choices in the past, but does everybody think Avant and Baskett will never amount to nothing more then a #3?

and Justice takes quite a hefty punishment from fans constantly, but i am not sure it is all deserved. the Giants game could go down as the worst day for any individual in the NFL ever, but he has filled in a few other times and did not look that bad. I am not sure why he utterly failed that miserably that game, but I know when the Eagles drafted him i was happy.

just trying to put a more optimistic point of view on some of their misfortune (i can offer no excuse for the ST blunders the first few games).

 

[Pat Patriot]

i agree the Eagles could certainly use a top #1 WR, but I am not sure the drafting of a WR is a huge upgrade. If they drat someone, that obviously knocks off Brown, Avant or Baskett's development. I honestly think the jury is still out on Avant and Baskett. i have been down on the F.O. with their WR choices in the past, but does everybody think Avant and Baskett will never amount to nothing more then a #3? and Justice takes quite a hefty punishment from fans constantly, but i am not sure it is all deserved. the Giants game could go down as the worst day for any individual in the NFL ever, but he has filled in a few other times and did not look that bad. I am not sure why he utterly failed that miserably that game, but I know when the Eagles drafted him i was happy. just trying to put a more optimistic point of view on some of their misfortune (i can offer no excuse for the ST blunders the first few games).

Avant and Baskett have not even become #3's yet. I think the jury is out on whether they can even be #3's. I personally think that is their upside. I think they need another starting WR to put opposite Brown and put Curtis in the slot.

 

[Ignatius Reilly]

i agree the Eagles could certainly use a top #1 WR, but I am not sure the drafting of a WR is a huge upgrade. If they drat someone, that obviously knocks off Brown, Avant or Baskett's development. I honestly think the jury is still out on Avant and Baskett. i have been down on the F.O. with their WR choices in the past, but does everybody think Avant and Baskett will never amount to nothing more then a #3? and Justice takes quite a hefty punishment from fans constantly, but i am not sure it is all deserved. the Giants game could go down as the worst day for any individual in the NFL ever, but he has filled in a few other times and did not look that bad. I am not sure why he utterly failed that miserably that game, but I know when the Eagles drafted him i was happy. just trying to put a more optimistic point of view on some of their misfortune (i can offer no excuse for the ST blunders the first few games).

Avant and Baskett have not even become #3's yet. I think the jury is out on whether they can even be #3's. I personally think that is their upside. I think they need another starting WR to put opposite Brown and put Curtis in the slot.

I have zero concern for Baskett and Avant's development if they could get a #1 WR, which based on the current situation will not be possible this year. Again this coach and F.O do not place a high premium on the position when this coach came from a long line of coach (Holmgren especially) that can scheme there way to 24 points no matter who the WR's are as long as the QB undrstands the system.

 

[scratcher]

Looks like 3 compensatory picks for the Eagles. One in the 4th round (#33) and 2 6th rounders. Not too shabby.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Looks like 3 compensatory picks for the Eagles. One in the 4th round (#33) and 2 6th rounders. Not too shabby.

Link please?

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

FYI, for those of you who have NFL Network, tonight's team spotlight is the Eagles on Total Access.

7PM Eastern.

 

[scratcher]

Looks like 3 compensatory picks for the Eagles. One in the 4th round (#33) and 2 6th rounders. Not too shabby.

Link please?

http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/news/Sto...?story_id=15271

The Eagles added to their draft stockpile on Monday when the league announced compensatory draft picks for the April 26-27 weekend. Philadelphia received three extra draft picks, bringing its total to 11 for the weekend, gaining the 33rd pick in the fourth round (131st overall), the 34th pick in the sixth round (200th pick overall) and the 37th pick in the sixth round (203rd overall).

Baltimore and Cincinnati led the parade in compensatory picks, gaining an extra four picks each. Chicago, Indianapolis and Washington joined the Eagles with three extra selections.

Philadelphia's fourth-round pick is the fifth-highest selection awarded and the first compensatory pick in the fourth round. Baltimore, Cincinnati, Washington and Atlanta each have an extra third-round choice.

Compensatory draft picks are awarded based on the number of players a team lost in free agency the previous year against the number of players it signed. Also factored in is the performance of the players and the contracts those players signed. The Eagles lost players like safety Michael Lewis, quarterback Jeff Garcia, cornerback Rod Hood and wide receiver Donté Stallworth. The team spent money in free agency, adding wide receiver Kevin Curtis and defensive tackle Montae Reagor.

Thus, the Eagles are well armed heading into the draft weekend, particularly on the second day, when they have performed very well. The Eagles have two fourth-round draft picks and four sixth-round selections (the two compensatory picks, their own pick and a draft choice from Cleveland from the Hank Fraley trade).

Philadelphia owns the 19th pick in the first round on April 26.

 

[Jason Wood]

Kind of disappointing actually, some compensatory pick prognosticators thought we might get a 3rd rounder and 4 selections overall.

 

[scratcher]

FYI, for those of you who have NFL Network, tonight's team spotlight is the Eagles on Total Access.

7PM Eastern.

You can see it here: http://www.nfl.com/videos

 

[delusional]

Kinda ####ty really.

I expected those 6ths to be at leasts 5ths. Maybe 1 4ths & 2 5ths

 

[massraider]

Kind of disappointing actually, some compensatory pick prognosticators thought we might get a 3rd rounder and 4 selections overall.

3rd rounders are for the big ticket items. The mega-deals.AdamJT13 projected a 4th and a 5th, IIRC.

 

[zadok]

"Among the rumors circulating at the meetings was the Packers' apparent interest in veteran quarterbacks A.J. Feeley of the Philadelphia Eagles and J.P. Losman of the Buffalo Bills."

http://www.packersnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../1989/frontpage

 

[Zoomanji]

"Among the rumors circulating at the meetings was the Packers' apparent interest in veteran quarterbacks A.J. Feeley of the Philadelphia Eagles and J.P. Losman of the Buffalo Bills."

http://www.packersnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../1989/frontpage

Another 2nd round pick for a guy who can't play well anywhere but in Philly would be sweet.Of course that will just incite all the Kobb-heads as he moves to #2.

 

[Zoomanji]

In the why not file:

Draft RB- C. Johnson, ECU in the 2nd or 3rd round.

Why- He can return kicks, he can split out as a WR, he is fast, he may be the next B. Westbrook who isn't getting younger.

Why not- he's not a lineman, immediate need at DB, WR, DE

I have read some posts that say he could project as a WR but he can help in the return game for sure.

I for one would rather get him in the 2nd than DeSean (Pinkston PartII) Jackson.

 

[zadok]

In the why not file: Draft RB- C. Johnson, ECU in the 2nd or 3rd round.Why- He can return kicks, he can split out as a WR, he is fast, he may be the next B. Westbrook who isn't getting younger.Why not- he's not a lineman, immediate need at DB, WR, DEI have read some posts that say he could project as a WR but he can help in the return game for sure.I for one would rather get him in the 2nd than DeSean (Pinkston PartII) Jackson.

Why not indeed. He's looking real good to me in the 2nd. However, I highly doubt he will make it to the 3rd round and I think Jackson will be a star.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

In the why not file: Draft RB- C. Johnson, ECU in the 2nd or 3rd round.Why- He can return kicks, he can split out as a WR, he is fast, he may be the next B. Westbrook who isn't getting younger.Why not- he's not a lineman, immediate need at DB, WR, DEI have read some posts that say he could project as a WR but he can help in the return game for sure.I for one would rather get him in the 2nd than DeSean (Pinkston PartII) Jackson.

Really hoping that Jackson is more Steve Smith than Fred Ex, but I get your drift.I think the Eagles are going WR in Round 2 or 3 - just too many will be falling to them there. That means they will take BPA, which odds (and history) say that it will be a lineman.I'd have no issue if they get any WR they believe can become a true WR1 in the NFL. As for a big WR that they can use in situations - they already have Hank Baskett (who will make the team because he blocks very well downfield).The bigger concern is youth at safety and also a KR/PR threat. I'd bet they get another RB on day two. If Omar Cuff is there late, they would likely take him I would think.

 

[delusional]

I wouldn't be surprised to see things go

OT

RB

DB

Depending who is there, OT/DB might be 1st round

RB second

 

[Zoomanji]

I'd bet they get another RB on day two. If Omar Cuff is there late, they would likely take him I would think.

Who!!! Tell me more

Edit to add:

Sweet His fan site

even more Westbrook like- small local school

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I'd bet they get another RB on day two. If Omar Cuff is there late, they would likely take him I would think.

Who!!! Tell me more

Edit to add:

Sweet His fan site

even more Westbrook like- small local school

 

[renesauz]

"Among the rumors circulating at the meetings was the Packers' apparent interest in veteran quarterbacks A.J. Feeley of the Philadelphia Eagles and J.P. Losman of the Buffalo Bills."

http://www.packersnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../1989/frontpage

Another 2nd round pick for a guy who can't play well anywhere but in Philly would be sweet.Of course that will just incite all the Kobb-heads as he moves to #2.

I count myself squarely in the McNabb corner, but if Kolb isn't ready to step up to QB2, then he shouldn't be on the roster at all. If someone is willing to pay a decent price for Feeley, then I'm all for it!Jeff...after checking Cuffs game stats...color me unimpressed. I mean, he's racked up some serious yards, but also some very serious mileage. He averaged better then 30 carries per game, and had 48 in ONE GAME! I missed his season long ypc, but it was under 5, which (without seeing him live) is certainly not good enough to make him stand out. Is there more info on this guy? Was his line a mess to make his AVERAGES pedestrian?

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

"Among the rumors circulating at the meetings was the Packers' apparent interest in veteran quarterbacks A.J. Feeley of the Philadelphia Eagles and J.P. Losman of the Buffalo Bills."

http://www.packersnews.com/apps/pbcs.dll/a.../1989/frontpage

Another 2nd round pick for a guy who can't play well anywhere but in Philly would be sweet.Of course that will just incite all the Kobb-heads as he moves to #2.

I count myself squarely in the McNabb corner, but if Kolb isn't ready to step up to QB2, then he shouldn't be on the roster at all. If someone is willing to pay a decent price for Feeley, then I'm all for it!Jeff...after checking Cuffs game stats...color me unimpressed. I mean, he's racked up some serious yards, but also some very serious mileage. He averaged better then 30 carries per game, and had 48 in ONE GAME! I missed his season long ypc, but it was under 5, which (without seeing him live) is certainly not good enough to make him stand out. Is there more info on this guy? Was his line a mess to make his AVERAGES pedestrian?

He looked pretty good to me when I saw Delaware play - but that wasn't much.Here's more info, as requested:

Don't Call Them Sleepers

Philly shows interest

I'm not saying that this guy is a stud - but he's a late round guy / flier who could show up in Eagles camp. Just keep an eye out.

 

[scratcher]

Anyone see "On the clock" with the Eagles. They have them taking Cromartie. I would be stoked if this happened but doubt he falls that far. That would be one sick secondary (even if lito is traded). Speaking of which, an article i read said the eagles are looking for 1st rounder for Lito or a 2nd plus 5th at the least.

 

[scratcher]

Hanson signed for 1 yr.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-e...p&type=lgns

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Hanson signed for 1 yr.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-e...p&type=lgns

First Klecko, then Kris Wilson, now Joselio.I don't know if I can contain myself....

 

[JaxBill]

I know they can't trade the comp. picks but with 11 picks now (possibly more if Lito is traded), you have to think the Eagles try to trade some of their normal picks. Some possibilities going through my head:

- Draft OT/DE in the first, then trade their second plus other pick(s) to move up high in the second round to get a WR that drops.

- Cleveland has NO picks in the first 3 rounds. Trade the Eagles third to cleveland for Cleveland's '09 second rounder.

- Eagles have a bunch of late round picks. Trade a 6th and 7th to somebody for somebody's 5th rounder.

I think you're going to see a ton of trading in genereal in this draft around the late first round, early second round.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I know they can't trade the comp. picks but with 11 picks now (possibly more if Lito is traded), you have to think the Eagles try to trade some of their normal picks. Some possibilities going through my head:- Draft OT/DE in the first, then trade their second plus other pick(s) to move up high in the second round to get a WR that drops.- Cleveland has NO picks in the first 3 rounds. Trade the Eagles third to cleveland for Cleveland's '09 second rounder.- Eagles have a bunch of late round picks. Trade a 6th and 7th to somebody for somebody's 5th rounder.I think you're going to see a ton of trading in genereal in this draft around the late first round, early second round.

You have to work backwards a bit here.How many rookies can possibly make the club?No way that number is 11 - so they have to start dealing. Otherwise the picks are likely a waste.I could see a QB for QB3 in the draft. Figure 2 OL, 1-2 WR, a RB (Westy / CBuck / Hunt not going anywhere, and they signed 2 FB candidates), possibly a TE. That's the offense. On defense, 1 LB, 2 DE/DT max, a corner and a safety. That's 5.That adds up to 12, but I still doubt that do all of that.Their best bet is to pare down to 7-9 picks and trade for 2009 picks and/or move up for players they really covet.

 

[renesauz]

I know they can't trade the comp. picks but with 11 picks now (possibly more if Lito is traded), you have to think the Eagles try to trade some of their normal picks. Some possibilities going through my head:- Draft OT/DE in the first, then trade their second plus other pick(s) to move up high in the second round to get a WR that drops.- Cleveland has NO picks in the first 3 rounds. Trade the Eagles third to cleveland for Cleveland's '09 second rounder.- Eagles have a bunch of late round picks. Trade a 6th and 7th to somebody for somebody's 5th rounder.I think you're going to see a ton of trading in genereal in this draft around the late first round, early second round.

You have to work backwards a bit here.How many rookies can possibly make the club?No way that number is 11 - so they have to start dealing. Otherwise the picks are likely a waste.I could see a QB for QB3 in the draft. Figure 2 OL, 1-2 WR, a RB (Westy / CBuck / Hunt not going anywhere, and they signed 2 FB candidates), possibly a TE. That's the offense. On defense, 1 LB, 2 DE/DT max, a corner and a safety. That's 5.That adds up to 12, but I still doubt that do all of that.Their best bet is to pare down to 7-9 picks and trade for 2009 picks and/or move up for players they really covet.

Perhaps easier said then done though.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I know they can't trade the comp. picks but with 11 picks now (possibly more if Lito is traded), you have to think the Eagles try to trade some of their normal picks. Some possibilities going through my head:- Draft OT/DE in the first, then trade their second plus other pick(s) to move up high in the second round to get a WR that drops.- Cleveland has NO picks in the first 3 rounds. Trade the Eagles third to cleveland for Cleveland's '09 second rounder.- Eagles have a bunch of late round picks. Trade a 6th and 7th to somebody for somebody's 5th rounder.I think you're going to see a ton of trading in genereal in this draft around the late first round, early second round.

You have to work backwards a bit here.How many rookies can possibly make the club?No way that number is 11 - so they have to start dealing. Otherwise the picks are likely a waste.I could see a QB for QB3 in the draft. Figure 2 OL, 1-2 WR, a RB (Westy / CBuck / Hunt not going anywhere, and they signed 2 FB candidates), possibly a TE. That's the offense. On defense, 1 LB, 2 DE/DT max, a corner and a safety. That's 5.That adds up to 12, but I still doubt that do all of that.Their best bet is to pare down to 7-9 picks and trade for 2009 picks and/or move up for players they really covet.

Perhaps easier said then done though.

Always a ton of trades at the start of Round 2 and Day 2.It can be done.Lots of deals happen.I like the thought of dealing with Cleveland.I'll start a rumor here and now - rumor has it that CLE wants OAK's Fabian Washington for a 2nd rounder, which CLE doesn't have. What if Lito went to CLE for a 2009 pick?Just thinking out loud, but Cleveland and Philly have worked deals before. IIRC, the draft starts in Round 3 on Day 2 this year, so Cleveland may want to move up and the Eagles could move a 3rd to them for a 2009 pick.I'd hope that Philly focuses on maxxing out their picks in Rounds 1-4, knowing that Rds 5-7 likely won't make the grade this year. Move them ASAP (except for the comp picks, which can't be dealt).

 

[Domination]

Here is something that I read earlier, but nothing really new.

Chad Johnson???

 

[dirtywaters20]

Hanson signed for 1 yr.

http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=ap-e...p&type=lgns

First Klecko, then Kris Wilson, now Joselio.I don't know if I can contain myself....

Why? Were you happy with last year's kick return & coverage units? I welcome these signings aimed at improving the special teams.

 

[Zoomanji]

Here is something that I read earlier, but nothing really new.

Chad Johnson???

You mean this

No Chad? Lewis to 'move on'

Coach speaks up on star WR

BY MARK CURNUTTE | MCURNUTTE@ENQUIRER.COM

PALM BEACH, Fla. - Marvin Lewis sharpened his comments about Chad Johnson to a razor's edge Tuesday, the coach saying the Bengals are "prepared to move on" if the all-star wide receiver decides to sit out the 2008 season.

.............

The Bengals will not trade Johnson, Lewis reiterated. The team would take an $8.03 million hit on its salary cap if it traded Johnson or terminated his contract before June 1.

or this part

Word around the league meeting is the Eagles would be interested in trading cornerback Lito Sheppard for Johnson.

Kind of contradictory.Either way wake me when it happens

 

[yellowdog]

I just heard on Sirius that Sheppard has been traded to the Saints for a 2nd and 5th.

ETA: I think that's what I heard. They may have just been throwing out scenarios.

 

[Chaos Commish]

Q and A with Andy Reid

Question: Have there been any trade requests for Donovan McNabb?

Reid: "No."

Q: What degree of certainty do you have that he's going to be your opening-day quarterback?

Reid: "I'm sure he's going to be there."...

Q: If you got a ridiculous offer for McNabb, would you accept it?

Reid: "No, I probably wouldn't."

Q: Why haven't any of these teams that you've tried to trade McNabb to called you?

Reid: "I'm not trying to trade him. That might be the reason."

That made me laugh.

 

[Zoomanji]

Q and A with Andy Reid

Question: Have there been any trade requests for Donovan McNabb?

Reid: "No."

Q: What degree of certainty do you have that he's going to be your opening-day quarterback?

Reid: "I'm sure he's going to be there."...

Q: If you got a ridiculous offer for McNabb, would you accept it?

Reid: "No, I probably wouldn't."

Q: Why haven't any of these teams that you've tried to trade McNabb to called you?

Reid: "I'm not trying to trade him. That might be the reason."

That made me laugh.

The 1st sentence was pretty good too.

As always, Andy Reid had a lot on his plate today as he sat down for an early morning breakfast, and that didn't even include the steak-and-egg sandwich that he later declared a "bad call."

and this

Q: Do you know for sure how the linebacker situation is going to look at the start of the season?

Reid: "I hope it looks like a German chocolate cake with a lot of frosting. I hope it looks that good. That's my favorite cake."

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

It's going to be a long month.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:

1. WR

2. S

3. OT

4. DE

This differs from their draft board, which looks like this:

1. OT

2. DE

3. WR

4. S

My guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

 

[zadok]

Interesting to see how those lists would change if/when Lito is traded.

On balance, it seems they will either pick a WR ( ) or OT ( ) at #19...

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:1. WR2. S3. OT4. DEThis differs from their draft board, which looks like this:1. OT2. DE3. WR4. SMy guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

From what Andy Reid told Schefter, he thinks that Philly has positioned themselves to go after BPA in the draft.I'm still hoping for a Draft Day (or near-Draft Day) trade for a legit NFL WR1, because that's the most pressing need by far.Bennett still looks like an option in Round 2.Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

 

[Zoomanji]

Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

From the Q&A link

Q: How do you feel about your return game?Reid: "I think it's a spot where we can upgrade, although I think Reno [Mahe] is a very solid answer. I also think you look to get better at each position, and that will be a good challenge."

Hopefully the Hermit has a btter quote.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:

1. WR

2. S

3. OT

4. DE

This differs from their draft board, which looks like this:

1. OT

2. DE

3. WR

4. S

My guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

From what Andy Reid told Schefter, he thinks that Philly has positioned themselves to go after BPA in the draft. I'm still hoping for a Draft Day (or near-Draft Day) trade for a legit NFL WR1, because that's the most pressing need by far.

Bennett still looks like an option in Round 2.

Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

For the BPA comment, I'm fairly certain that will be an OT. This draft is loaded with good ones. As for KR, the Wild Card here is if one of the stud CB's falls to them, especially if it's one who can return kicks. If I'm not mistaken, didn't Cromartie (sp?) return kicks? Of course they see it as a need, but they're not willing to burn a 1st and maybe not even a 2nd to fill that need.

As for getting an established WR, well, there doesn't seem to be any available. That might change come draft day. They have tried though.

Lastly, they're starting to get more inquiries about Lito. I absolutely expect to see him in a uniform other than Eagles Green this season. This'll make mose Birds fans puke, but the Cowboys have inquired about him. The Birds and 'Boys have dealt a few times in the past so, while improbable, it's not impossible.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

NFL Ironmen (by % of snaps played):

Check out who's #1 at RB.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:

1. WR

2. S

3. OT

4. DE

This differs from their draft board, which looks like this:

1. OT

2. DE

3. WR

4. S

My guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

From what Andy Reid told Schefter, he thinks that Philly has positioned themselves to go after BPA in the draft. I'm still hoping for a Draft Day (or near-Draft Day) trade for a legit NFL WR1, because that's the most pressing need by far.

Bennett still looks like an option in Round 2.

Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

For the BPA comment, I'm fairly certain that will be an OT. This draft is loaded with good ones. As for KR, the Wild Card here is if one of the stud CB's falls to them, especially if it's one who can return kicks. If I'm not mistaken, didn't Cromartie (sp?) return kicks? Of course they see it as a need, but they're not willing to burn a 1st and maybe not even a 2nd to fill that need.

As for getting an established WR, well, there doesn't seem to be any available. That might change come draft day. They have tried though.

Lastly, they're starting to get more inquiries about Lito. I absolutely expect to see him in a uniform other than Eagles Green this season. This'll make mose Birds fans puke, but the Cowboys have inquired about him. The Birds and 'Boys have dealt a few times in the past so, while improbable, it's not impossible.

I think you are thinking of McKelvin as for a DB/KR.DeSean Jackson (WR) is also a KR. IDK who else was.

 

[Deranged Hermit]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:

1. WR

2. S

3. OT

4. DE

This differs from their draft board, which looks like this:

1. OT

2. DE

3. WR

4. S

My guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

From what Andy Reid told Schefter, he thinks that Philly has positioned themselves to go after BPA in the draft. I'm still hoping for a Draft Day (or near-Draft Day) trade for a legit NFL WR1, because that's the most pressing need by far.

Bennett still looks like an option in Round 2.

Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

For the BPA comment, I'm fairly certain that will be an OT. This draft is loaded with good ones. As for KR, the Wild Card here is if one of the stud CB's falls to them, especially if it's one who can return kicks. If I'm not mistaken, didn't Cromartie (sp?) return kicks? Of course they see it as a need, but they're not willing to burn a 1st and maybe not even a 2nd to fill that need.

As for getting an established WR, well, there doesn't seem to be any available. That might change come draft day. They have tried though.

Lastly, they're starting to get more inquiries about Lito. I absolutely expect to see him in a uniform other than Eagles Green this season. This'll make mose Birds fans puke, but the Cowboys have inquired about him. The Birds and 'Boys have dealt a few times in the past so, while improbable, it's not impossible.

I think you are thinking of McKelvin as for a DB/KR.DeSean Jackson (WR) is also a KR. IDK who else was.

Yeah, must have been McKelvin I was thinking of. I knew one of the top CB's returned kicks.As for Jackson, I just look at him and see Todd Pinkston all over again.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

All has been quiet in the Eagles FO as they are preparing for the draft. From what I'm told they view their needs like this:

1. WR

2. S

3. OT

4. DE

This differs from their draft board, which looks like this:

1. OT

2. DE

3. WR

4. S

My guess is that they don't really think any WR that might be available to them at 19 is worth taking there.

From what Andy Reid told Schefter, he thinks that Philly has positioned themselves to go after BPA in the draft. I'm still hoping for a Draft Day (or near-Draft Day) trade for a legit NFL WR1, because that's the most pressing need by far.

Bennett still looks like an option in Round 2.

Any thoughts about what their views are on KR/PR?

For the BPA comment, I'm fairly certain that will be an OT. This draft is loaded with good ones. As for KR, the Wild Card here is if one of the stud CB's falls to them, especially if it's one who can return kicks. If I'm not mistaken, didn't Cromartie (sp?) return kicks? Of course they see it as a need, but they're not willing to burn a 1st and maybe not even a 2nd to fill that need.

As for getting an established WR, well, there doesn't seem to be any available. That might change come draft day. They have tried though.

Lastly, they're starting to get more inquiries about Lito. I absolutely expect to see him in a uniform other than Eagles Green this season. This'll make mose Birds fans puke, but the Cowboys have inquired about him. The Birds and 'Boys have dealt a few times in the past so, while improbable, it's not impossible.

I think you are thinking of McKelvin as for a DB/KR.DeSean Jackson (WR) is also a KR. IDK who else was.

Yeah, must have been McKelvin I was thinking of. I knew one of the top CB's returned kicks.As for Jackson, I just look at him and see Todd Pinkston all over again.

FredEx is a better physical comparison, but I really don't know. I mean, Steve Smith is a little guy, and he's clearly a #1 in the NFL, but I think that's a rarity. (He also was / is a helluva returner).I think DE or OT is the #1 pick in 3 weeks, followed by a WR and a DB in Rounds 2 and 3. That's my best guess at this point.

 

[scratcher]

LJ Smith signed his franchise offer btw.

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

 

[JaxBill]

Out of boredom, I was trying to figure out who the Eagles would play in Week 1. The Phils are out of town in Weeks 1 and 3, so I think chances are good that the Eagles open at home. WAS and NYG are already playing and the game against DAL and PIT have the chance to be moved to be prime-time (which rules them out for Week 1). That leaves ARZ, CLE, ATL, and STL. I don't know who has the the doubleheader for Week 1. I thought last year it was Fox because CBS had tennis or something. I think they would try to make Week 1 semi-attractive so I could see either 4:00 vs ARZ or 1:00 vs CLE.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Out of boredom, I was trying to figure out who the Eagles would play in Week 1. The Phils are out of town in Weeks 1 and 3, so I think chances are good that the Eagles open at home. WAS and NYG are already playing and the game against DAL and PIT have the chance to be moved to be prime-time (which rules them out for Week 1). That leaves ARZ, CLE, ATL, and STL. I don't know who has the the doubleheader for Week 1. I thought last year it was Fox because CBS had tennis or something. I think they would try to make Week 1 semi-attractive so I could see either 4:00 vs ARZ or 1:00 vs CLE.

If it had been Fitz in Philly, Arizona would have been a bigger draw.Philly's had some clunkers in Week 1, so I wouldn't rule out any of CLE/ATL/STL/AZ.None of those looks to be a big game / draw, or have much backstory.

 

[JaxBill]

True, there's no storylines, but Cleveland and Arizona were at least in the playoff hunt last year. IMO, they'd still be better TV matchups than ATL and STL.