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[hotdogcollars]

Its time to believe - Cross the Streams

And The Legend of Matt Stairs grows…

Can you imagine what will happen if the Phillies and the Eagles win championships in the same year?

Total protonic reversal.

That’s right. All life as you know it stopping instantaneously and every molecule in your body exploding at the speed of light.

We’re crossing the streams…

Brian Dawkins knows the danger…why else do you think he cried when Sal Pal asked what this run meant to him?

But Philly is here nonetheless…the favorites in a warm-weather NFC championship game.

Remember when Philadelphia couldn’t catch a break? Remember when winning was as un-Philadelphian as mayonnaise on a cheesesteak? Remember when the only title Philly had a shot at was World’s Fattest City?

That era is officially over. Matt Stairs broke The Curse of Ivan DeJesus, and it’s time Philadelphians got used to the idea that their sports teams can and will succeed.

The Qi is flowing, people. Let's get drunk on it.

But while you can thank Matt Stairs for the opponent (bring it on, 'Zona), make sure you thank the defense, the quarterback, and (gulp) the coach for the Giants win.

Sunday’s win wasn’t a fluke. It was a brutal, pad-pounding, well-earned win. The Eagles both outplayed and out-desired the G-Men…and the credit for the effort has to fall completely in the lap of Big Red.

Yes, I’m the guy who called for Reid’s job in early December. And yes, I was wrong.

I’m sorry, big guy.

The reason I was so exasperated was Andy refused to commit to the run. All I wanted was a balanced attack, and I didn't think he would ever give it to us. I saw the best teams in the league controlling clock and field position with their running games, while the 6-5-1 Eagles wallowed in their pass-happy ways.

But then something crazy happened…the Arizona game …and then the Giants. Reid relapsed in the Cleveland and Washington games…but got back to running the ball versus Dallas, Minnesota and again on Sunday against New York.

After 10 years of watching the Eagles throw the ball around, I didn’t think Andy would ever change his ways. I didn’t think he could. But Reid proved me wrong. He proved he can change.

He's running the ball and the Eagles are winning. All is well in Green Nation. Which means, it's official. It's time for all you haters to stop.

No more texts to your buddies about play-calling or throws to the ankles.

No more mid-game drunk dials about timeouts or the lack of Baskett fades in the red zone (even though it always works!).

No more complaining about the lack of big-play receivers or Donovan’s aversion to running with the football.

The quarterback is good enough. The coach is smart enough. Gosh darn it, people, start liking them.

It’s time to believe.

Mike Pesca, a "wicked smaht” buddy of mine who writes a column for NPR, suggested that myself and the rest of Philadelphia are suffering from Andy-donia (a play on "anhedonia”); the inability to find pleasure in the team’s success under Andy Reid.

Rather than taking pleasure in a good football team, he believes Philadelphians have a form of "habituation,” unhealthily demanding the team get better and better.

"Right now, the Eagles fans are like the Wall Street trader who just made a million dollar bonus but is surrounded by co-workers who all got $5 million bonuses.”

Pesca doesn’t just misstep by using all those elitist four-plus-syllable words. He misses the point for us Eagles fans who’ve been on the brink of a title since losing to the Rams seven years ago.

In life, one can find happiness in a million dollar bonus—hell, give me one-tenth of that and I’d be bathing in a vat of "Sex Panther" (it's made with bits of real panther, so you know it's good).

But in Philly, a season without a trophy isn’t something to celebrate.

Prior to this run, I didn’t believe a championship was possible under Andy Reid. Prior to this run, I felt our pass addict of a coach was leading this city to another season of above-mediocrity.

But then something happened. Something I never thought possible.

Andy changed.

Well, if Andy can change…and I can change…EVERYBODY CAN CHANGE!

After all, ever since Matt Stairs hit that home run everything has been coming up Milhouse Philadelphia.

Why would it stop now?

It’s time to take the leap, Philadelphia.

It’s time to believe.

It’s time to cross the streams.

 

[Buddy Ball 2K3]

Its time to break out the rap!

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

 

[The Noid]

In case

hasn't been posted yet.

 

[JuniorNB]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

 

[fred_1_15301]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

Trust me I'm a Brady hater but I wouldn't consider his superbowl performance a "choke". I think the offensive line just got manhandled and Brady had very little time to do anything. He did lead them on a drive at the end of the game but the defense failed him.

 

[scratcher]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

Trust me I'm a Brady hater but I wouldn't consider his superbowl performance a "choke". I think the offensive line just got manhandled and Brady had very little time to do anything. He did lead them on a drive at the end of the game but the defense failed him.

I think (correct me if I'm wrong JNB) he's alluding to how it would have been a "choke" if it was McNabb instead of Brady playing in that game.

 

[JuniorNB]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

Trust me I'm a Brady hater but I wouldn't consider his superbowl performance a "choke". I think the offensive line just got manhandled and Brady had very little time to do anything. He did lead them on a drive at the end of the game but the defense failed him.

I realize that, but to the fella I was addressing, any playoff loss is the direct result of a quarterback choking.

 

[JuniorNB]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

Trust me I'm a Brady hater but I wouldn't consider his superbowl performance a "choke". I think the offensive line just got manhandled and Brady had very little time to do anything. He did lead them on a drive at the end of the game but the defense failed him.

I think (correct me if I'm wrong JNB) he's alluding to how it would have been a "choke" if it was McNabb instead of Brady playing in that game.

This guy gets it.

 

[Jason Wood]

i think mentioned this before, but i this defense. Best Eagle D in my lifetime. They are playing absolutely lights out

You were born after 1991?

That defense was "insanely good".This year's defense is just "really good".

Very true. Hard to think how poorly our offense performed that year and what it probably cost us.For those who don't remember the 91 Birds

5th in points allowed
1st in yards allowed
1st in passing yards allowed
3rd in INTs
1st in forced fumbles
1st in sacks
1st in rushing yards allowed
1st in net yards per passing attempt allowed
1st in yards per rush allowed
1st in turnovers createdAnd now it's time to BRING IT HOME FOR JEROME!!!

 

[fred_1_15301]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

Trust me I'm a Brady hater but I wouldn't consider his superbowl performance a "choke". I think the offensive line just got manhandled and Brady had very little time to do anything. He did lead them on a drive at the end of the game but the defense failed him.

I think (correct me if I'm wrong JNB) he's alluding to how it would have been a "choke" if it was McNabb instead of Brady playing in that game.

This guy gets it.

gotcha.

 

[JAA]

Its time to break out the rap!

wrong link (right click save as)

 

[JAA]

i think mentioned this before, but i this defense. Best Eagle D in my lifetime. They are playing absolutely lights out

You were born after 1991?

That defense was "insanely good".This year's defense is just "really good".

Very true. Hard to think how poorly our offense performed that year and what it probably cost us.For those who don't remember the 91 Birds

5th in points allowed
1st in yards allowed
1st in passing yards allowed
3rd in INTs
1st in forced fumbles
1st in sacks
1st in rushing yards allowed
1st in net yards per passing attempt allowed
1st in yards per rush allowed
1st in turnovers createdAnd now it's time to BRING IT HOME FOR JEROME!!!

see my last post

 

[JAA]

I tell ya, as an Eagle fan, I believe the state of Eagle nation is still in disbelief. With Owens and going something like 14-2/13-3, everyone was smelling Super Bowl all season. Everyone knew it, everyone was talking about it, there wasnt a soul who would accept anything less. This year? Something is different. Its like a state of awe. I dont think everyone even believes we are still playing. I mean, we tie'd the Bengals for goodness sake. Its almost like riding a wave, and you have no idea when its going to break on the beach. You cant tell if its one more game, or 2 more games. But either way, its more about enjoying the ride.

 

[Game Time]

In case

Damn my man love for Dawk Grows........... ACT THE FOOL BIRDS..... if we do this not sure who will be crying more.... me or Dawk!

 

[scratcher]

Re-watching the Cards/Eagles game...

 

[renesauz]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

BK...you've still set the standard at an impossibly unfair level. IN this post, you've all but promised to rip on McNabb if they don't win it all, regardless of WHY they do or don't win it all. That's not fair to either McNabb or the Eagles opponents.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

BK...you've still set the standard at an impossibly unfair level. IN this post, you've all but promised to rip on McNabb if they don't win it all, regardless of WHY they do or don't win it all. That's not fair to either McNabb or the Eagles opponents.

Not true. I think i'm actually preparing myself to leave the guy alone. He didnt play well against WSH, but i still say he's been as good as you can ask since the benching. but, i am also someone who doesnt forget. I remember how he ripped out my heart in all those big games. I remember watching him gasp for air in the 4th qtr of the superbowl. I remember the closeups of his saucer sized eyes during those failed NFC champ games. I remember seeing him puke up the game, and his lunch, in Jax a few years back.Given my previous posts, i know that anything i write now other than a glowing endorsement, will be viewed under a certain light. But, i truly see a difference in the guy...i still dont fully believe it will last. But, win or lose, i can objectively look at how he plays

 

[JuniorNB]

OK, who is this guy playing QB? I've been one of, if not the, biggest basher of McNabb the past few months. But, i dont recognize the guy playing QB right now. He's got passion, is obviously motivated (probably to stick it to fans like me, but hey who cares), and is calm during the most important parts of the games.

I am 2 games away from eating my words and shutting up forever about McNabb. two VERY big games. Hopefully he can keep this Zen like state of consciousness that he's managed to find the past month. I'm not counting on it, as i think this is just more McNabb false hope. BUT, i sure hope he continues to prove me wrong.

I'm sure many of you would love to have me stop ripping him...so, you may get your wish in 19 days

This was actually a good post except for the bolded part. Still sounds like you're prepared to do the ole 'told you so' if he happens to play one bad game.Hopefully, you watched guys like Delhomme and Eli Manning this weekend. Every quarterback has 'those games'. Even the most clutch QB ever, Tom Brady, choked in last year's Super Bowl. You have one of the top QBs in the league leading your team. Stop holding him to such a high level of scrutiny that a bad game, even in the midst of such a remarkable success streak, already has you prepared to start ripping on him.

BK...you've still set the standard at an impossibly unfair level. IN this post, you've all but promised to rip on McNabb if they don't win it all, regardless of WHY they do or don't win it all. That's not fair to either McNabb or the Eagles opponents.

Not true. I think i'm actually preparing myself to leave the guy alone. He didnt play well against WSH, but i still say he's been as good as you can ask since the benching. but, i am also someone who doesnt forget. I remember how he ripped out my heart in all those big games. I remember watching him gasp for air in the 4th qtr of the superbowl. I remember the closeups of his saucer sized eyes during those failed NFC champ games. I remember seeing him puke up the game, and his lunch, in Jax a few years back.Given my previous posts, i know that anything i write now other than a glowing endorsement, will be viewed under a certain light. But, i truly see a difference in the guy...i still dont fully believe it will last. But, win or lose, i can objectively look at how he plays

You really have to stop acting like he's 'ripping your heart out' if the Eagles lose. In every football game, there's a winner and a loser. If he loses one of the last two, he still won 8 of 10 or 9 of 11. Belive it or not, the guys playing defense are also paid professionals.Also, Joe Montana has seven playoff losses. Get some perspective there, sport.

 

[sdseagles]

As an Eagles fan, I can understand BK's sentiments. But it's not really IF the Eagles lose, but HOW they lose. There have been two different McNabbs this season, and if the one that has been playing QB the last several weeks shows up on Sunday, but somehow the team loses, it'll be hard to make him the scapegoat. However, if the McNabb from the Cincy/Bal/Was game shows up and the Eagles get manhandled . . . oh boy. Get ready, because all of the 'trade McNabb' talk will start again. Not from me, mind you. Personally, I believe in McNabb, have always loved the guy (I was even one of the lone Eagles fans that didn't BOO the pick at the draft), and think he will continue a high level of play for the next 2 games. If they lose, it won't be because of him.

But this whole conversation is moot, because they are not going to lose!

 

[renesauz]

Given my previous posts, i know that anything i write now other than a glowing endorsement, will be viewed under a certain light. But, i truly see a difference in the guy...i still dont fully believe it will last. But, win or lose, i can objectively look at how he plays

Maybe there's hope for you yet

 

[JuniorNB]

As an Eagles fan, I can understand BK's sentiments. But it's not really IF the Eagles lose, but HOW they lose. There have been two different McNabbs this season, and if the one that has been playing QB the last several weeks shows up on Sunday, but somehow the team loses, it'll be hard to make him the scapegoat. However, if the McNabb from the Cincy/Bal/Was game shows up and the Eagles get manhandled . . . oh boy. Get ready, because all of the 'trade McNabb' talk will start again. Not from me, mind you. Personally, I believe in McNabb, have always loved the guy (I was even one of the lone Eagles fans that didn't BOO the pick at the draft), and think he will continue a high level of play for the next 2 games. If they lose, it won't be because of him. But this whole conversation is moot, because they are not going to lose!

I think it could play out one of three ways for Mcnabb..They could lose to Arizona- This would be very bad for his legacy, unless they lose a shootout where McNabb plays great. If they lose 17-10 and he plays at the Redskins/Bengals-level, it will just be considered more-of-the-same.They could beat Arizona, but lose to Pittsburgh or Baltimore.- This wouldn't be as damaging, as thoose two teams have two of the best defenses in the league. There is no way he is going to have a 300 yard, 3 TD game against either of them. As long as he takes care of the ball, most reasonable and knowledgable fans will recognize what an awesome job he did getting them to a game no one expected them to even get a sniff at. Of course, you will definitely have a few 'he ripped my heart out' fans regardless if he played against the '85 Bears.They could win the Super Bowl- This will finally get the monkey off his back. This will also make him a lock for the HOF, IMO. Of course, one or two people will say it was all because of the defense. LOL

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Its time to believe - Cross the Streams

I've traded some email with Lee. He seems like a good guy and he's a fan of FBG.

 

[JetMaxx]

As an Eagles fan, I can understand BK's sentiments. But it's not really IF the Eagles lose, but HOW they lose. There have been two different McNabbs this season, and if the one that has been playing QB the last several weeks shows up on Sunday, but somehow the team loses, it'll be hard to make him the scapegoat. However, if the McNabb from the Cincy/Bal/Was game shows up and the Eagles get manhandled . . . oh boy. Get ready, because all of the 'trade McNabb' talk will start again. Not from me, mind you. Personally, I believe in McNabb, have always loved the guy (I was even one of the lone Eagles fans that didn't BOO the pick at the draft), and think he will continue a high level of play for the next 2 games. If they lose, it won't be because of him. But this whole conversation is moot, because they are not going to lose!

I think it could play out one of three ways for Mcnabb..They could lose to Arizona- This would be very bad for his legacy, unless they lose a shootout where McNabb plays great. If they lose 17-10 and he plays at the Redskins/Bengals-level, it will just be considered more-of-the-same.They could beat Arizona, but lose to Pittsburgh or Baltimore.- This wouldn't be as damaging, as thoose two teams have two of the best defenses in the league. There is no way he is going to have a 300 yard, 3 TD game against either of them. As long as he takes care of the ball, most reasonable and knowledgable fans will recognize what an awesome job he did getting them to a game no one expected them to even get a sniff at. Of course, you will definitely have a few 'he ripped my heart out' fans regardless if he played against the '85 Bears.They could win the Super Bowl- This will finally get the monkey off his back. This will also make him a lock for the HOF, IMO. Of course, one or two people will say it was all because of the defense. LOL

I'm partial to the 3rd option.

 

[Ted Lange as your Bartender]

As an Eagles fan, I can understand BK's sentiments. But it's not really IF the Eagles lose, but HOW they lose. There have been two different McNabbs this season, and if the one that has been playing QB the last several weeks shows up on Sunday, but somehow the team loses, it'll be hard to make him the scapegoat. However, if the McNabb from the Cincy/Bal/Was game shows up and the Eagles get manhandled . . . oh boy. Get ready, because all of the 'trade McNabb' talk will start again. Not from me, mind you. Personally, I believe in McNabb, have always loved the guy (I was even one of the lone Eagles fans that didn't BOO the pick at the draft), and think he will continue a high level of play for the next 2 games. If they lose, it won't be because of him. But this whole conversation is moot, because they are not going to lose!

I think it could play out one of three ways for Mcnabb..They could lose to Arizona- This would be very bad for his legacy, unless they lose a shootout where McNabb plays great. If they lose 17-10 and he plays at the Redskins/Bengals-level, it will just be considered more-of-the-same.They could beat Arizona, but lose to Pittsburgh or Baltimore.- This wouldn't be as damaging, as thoose two teams have two of the best defenses in the league. There is no way he is going to have a 300 yard, 3 TD game against either of them. As long as he takes care of the ball, most reasonable and knowledgable fans will recognize what an awesome job he did getting them to a game no one expected them to even get a sniff at. Of course, you will definitely have a few 'he ripped my heart out' fans regardless if he played against the '85 Bears.They could win the Super Bowl- This will finally get the monkey off his back. This will also make him a lock for the HOF, IMO. Of course, one or two people will say it was all because of the defense. LOL

Despite how good Arizona's O is, particularly at home, I don't see the Eagles defense involved in a shootout at this point. They're just playing on too high a level and have been consistently doing so for almost two months now.If the Eagles lose Sunday, it will be because of an mediocre-to-ugly performance by the offense, thereby tarnishing McNabb's legacy in this city perhaps for good (fairly or unfairly).I don't think it's a stretch to say that this is the most important game of McNabb's professional career, even moreso than Super Bowl XXXIX since they were playing the defending champs and were the underdogs that day.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

You really have to stop acting like he's 'ripping your heart out' if the Eagles lose. In every football game, there's a winner and a loser. If he loses one of the last two, he still won 8 of 10 or 9 of 11. Belive it or not, the guys playing defense are also paid professionals.Also, Joe Montana has seven playoff losses. Get some perspective there, sport.

So, when i call out McNabb, i am not a true fan and i should just "go away". But, when i say that eagles losses "rip my heart out", then i need to "get some perspective"? which way do you want it kid? As for Joe Montana, are you trying to lob softballs, or are you just that incompetent at debating an issue. Think about the difference between Montana and McNabb for a moment. Go ahead, we'll wait.Finally, with regard to my comments about McNabb, I SAID HE'S BEEN PLAYING GREAT. What the heck else do you want from me? I still dont trust the guy, but i am open to being proven wrong. I think i just touched a nerve and maybe showed you something you didnt want to see. So now, you are firing everything but the kitchen sink at me in hopes of scoring a few hits. Just put me on ignore already so you can stay in your little protective "everything is just great" cocoon. In the meantime, i am going to voice my opinion and be willing to accept if/when it turns out to be wrong

 

[Day Drinker]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Sorry, I forgot Arizona can't tell time. Oh - and beat up Dallas? Really?

Not that I mind Dallas losing, but an OT victory due to a blocked punt != "beat up".

 

[dirtywaters20]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

 

[Day Drinker]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

Well, the Cowgirls did have to score 10 points in the final two minutes of that game to even send it to overtime, but whatever. Tony did break his pinky in that game, so I would say we beat them up enough to cost them a few games. Your welcome Iggles. My only point above was that using the game time as some sort of advantage is silly and not really substantiated.

Both these teams are talented and HOT, so this should be a great game. I think the Cards will have more of a home field advantage than they are getting credit for, but the Eagles are obviously capable of dealing with a hostile environment. IMO, this game is exactly like the previous two games for the Cards, if their defense shows up, they win. If not, they lose. But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

 

[dirtywaters20]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

Well, the Cowgirls did have to score 10 points in the final two minutes of that game to even send it to overtime, but whatever. Tony did break his pinky in that game, so I would say we beat them up enough to cost them a few games. Your welcome Iggles. My only point above was that using the game time as some sort of advantage is silly and not really substantiated.

Both these teams are talented and HOT, so this should be a great game. I think the Cards will have more of a home field advantage than they are getting credit for, but the Eagles are obviously capable of dealing with a hostile environment. IMO, this game is exactly like the previous two games for the Cards, if their defense shows up, they win. If not, they lose. But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

OMG, the Cardinals play a rookie QB and a choking QB in the first 2 weeks of the playoff, have 2 games absolutely gift wrapped for them and now all of a sudden their D is a top 3 Defense. Holy ####, please stop, my sides hurt.

In the Atlanta game, Ryan went ON THE SAME SNAP COUNT THE ENTIRE GAME. That is why the Cards seemed to get better in the 2nd half. That is why the fumble/TD happened right away in the 2nd half. The cards were losing that game at halftime and it wasnt until they capitalized on the snap count that they actually stopped the Falcons O.

Here's some more stats (i.e. facts) from 2008:

- The Cards D had only 21 sacks all year, compared to 48 for the Eagles.

- Cards ranked 28th in PPG allowed, Eagles 4th

- Cards ranked 28th in 3rd down % allowed, eagles 2nd

- Defensive Hog index (17-1 in the playoffs the past 2 years) has the Eagles ranked 2nd...the Cards are 17th

I hope you enjoyed your ride Cards fans, because it ends Sunday. And it ends in a very ugly and embarrassing way

 

[Day Drinker]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

Well, the Cowgirls did have to score 10 points in the final two minutes of that game to even send it to overtime, but whatever. Tony did break his pinky in that game, so I would say we beat them up enough to cost them a few games. Your welcome Iggles. My only point above was that using the game time as some sort of advantage is silly and not really substantiated.

Both these teams are talented and HOT, so this should be a great game. I think the Cards will have more of a home field advantage than they are getting credit for, but the Eagles are obviously capable of dealing with a hostile environment. IMO, this game is exactly like the previous two games for the Cards, if their defense shows up, they win. If not, they lose. But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

Um, you forgot to bold the next sentence where I admited they are inconsistant. I did not say they were a better defense, I said they were as talented.DRC is just as talented as Asante, but he is young and inconsistent, therfore not better.

Karlos Dansby is better than any LB on your team.

Adrian Wilson is every bit as talented as Dawkins.

Darnell Dockett is as talented as any DL on your team and has played that way the last two games.

Just to make it clear, I respect the Phili defense, and admit they are playing great. Not so sure why it is so hard for Eagle fans to admit the same thing about the Cardinals.

That is why I love the NFL, all questions will be answered on Sunday.

 

[fred_1_15301]

But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

OMG, the Cardinals play a rookie QB and a choking QB in the first 2 weeks of the playoff, have 2 games absolutely gift wrapped for them and now all of a sudden their D is a top 3 Defense. Holy ####, please stop, my sides hurt.

In the Atlanta game, Ryan went ON THE SAME SNAP COUNT THE ENTIRE GAME. That is why the Cards seemed to get better in the 2nd half. That is why the fumble/TD happened right away in the 2nd half. The cards were losing that game at halftime and it wasnt until they capitalized on the snap count that they actually stopped the Falcons O.

Here's some more stats (i.e. facts) from 2008:

- The Cards D had only 21 sacks all year, compared to 48 for the Eagles.

- Cards ranked 28th in PPG allowed, Eagles 4th

- Cards ranked 28th in 3rd down % allowed, eagles 2nd

- Defensive Hog index (17-1 in the playoffs the past 2 years) has the Eagles ranked 2nd...the Cards are 17th

I hope you enjoyed your ride Cards fans, because it ends Sunday. And it ends in a very ugly and embarrassing way

Matt Ryan > Tavaris Jackson and if Eli doesn't choke in the first half, this is all probably a moot point. I agree with you that the Eagles D is lightyears above the Cardinals D. Only Cardinals fans will see differently.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

i think we should go into the Official Cardinals thread to talk some trash. Oh, wait....never mind.

 

[dirtywaters20]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

Well, the Cowgirls did have to score 10 points in the final two minutes of that game to even send it to overtime, but whatever. Tony did break his pinky in that game, so I would say we beat them up enough to cost them a few games. Your welcome Iggles. My only point above was that using the game time as some sort of advantage is silly and not really substantiated.

Both these teams are talented and HOT, so this should be a great game. I think the Cards will have more of a home field advantage than they are getting credit for, but the Eagles are obviously capable of dealing with a hostile environment. IMO, this game is exactly like the previous two games for the Cards, if their defense shows up, they win. If not, they lose. But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

Um, you forgot to bold the next sentence where I admited they are inconsistant. I did not say they were a better defense, I said they were as talented.DRC is just as talented as Asante, but he is young and inconsistent, therfore not better.

Karlos Dansby is better than any LB on your team.

Adrian Wilson is every bit as talented as Dawkins.

Darnell Dockett is as talented as any DL on your team and has played that way the last two games.

Just to make it clear, I respect the Phili defense, and admit they are playing great. Not so sure why it is so hard for Eagle fans to admit the same thing about the Cardinals.

That is why I love the NFL, all questions will be answered on Sunday.

You said they are as talented; clearly they are not. The Cardinals defense allowed an average of 26 pts a game & were the 19th ranked defense. There's really no point in discussing it any further.

 

[Day Drinker]

We all know the story of how badly the Cardinals did on the East Coast this season - at least before the trip to Carolina in the NFL Divisional Round. Before that game, Arizona had lost to Washington, the Jets, Carolina, Philadelphia and New England on the road in the Eastern Time Zone.

So, what does that have to do with a game that the Cardinals are hosting this week in friendly Glendale?

In case you have missed this, the kickoff of the NFC Championship Game this week is at 3PM - Eastern.

Now, that may not seem like much, but the time could indicate a subtlety that could help the Philadelphia Eagles to get out to an early lead. During the 2008 regular season, Arizona played five games that kicked off at 1PM Eastern - all the games mentioned above except for the Eagles contest (Thanksgiving Night game) plus a trip to St. Louis on November 2. In those five games, Arizona had a combined deficit of 41-85. That means that the Cards averaged a 17-8 score entering halftime in those five games.

The difference may appear to be slight, but if the Eagles start out quickly by playing at 3PM Eastern but an hour early for the Cardinals, do not be surprised. Arizona could be slow out of the gate this Sunday.

Talk about using selective statistics to try and create some sort of story. Why leave out the games played at U of P Stadium that started at exactly the same time as this game. This game IS still in AZ right? All the games played in AZ before the Day Light Savings time swith started at 1:00 or 1:15 AZ Time. How did the Cards do in those games? Destroyed Miami, destroyed Buffalo, and beat up Dallas. I kinda think that the travel and the hostile environment had a little more to do with the slowstarts than the gametime, but maybe that is just me.

Wow, what a murderers row. Yeah they sure "beat up" Dallas.

Well, the Cowgirls did have to score 10 points in the final two minutes of that game to even send it to overtime, but whatever. Tony did break his pinky in that game, so I would say we beat them up enough to cost them a few games. Your welcome Iggles. My only point above was that using the game time as some sort of advantage is silly and not really substantiated.

Both these teams are talented and HOT, so this should be a great game. I think the Cards will have more of a home field advantage than they are getting credit for, but the Eagles are obviously capable of dealing with a hostile environment. IMO, this game is exactly like the previous two games for the Cards, if their defense shows up, they win. If not, they lose. But this defense is every bit as talented as the Eagles D that every one is praising. However, they are just not as experienced, which makes them inconsistent IMO.

Good Luck Iggles...I'll be at the game BOOING the heck out of you guys and going wild for my REDBIRDS!

No it isn't. It's not even close & there is nothing that can substantiate your homer opinion.The Eagles wide receivers are as good as the Cardinals....because I say so.

Um, you forgot to bold the next sentence where I admited they are inconsistant. I did not say they were a better defense, I said they were as talented.DRC is just as talented as Asante, but he is young and inconsistent, therfore not better.

Karlos Dansby is better than any LB on your team.

Adrian Wilson is every bit as talented as Dawkins.

Darnell Dockett is as talented as any DL on your team and has played that way the last two games.

Just to make it clear, I respect the Phili defense, and admit they are playing great. Not so sure why it is so hard for Eagle fans to admit the same thing about the Cardinals.

That is why I love the NFL, all questions will be answered on Sunday.

You said they are as talented; clearly they are not. The Cardinals defense allowed an average of 26 pts a game & were the 19th ranked defense. There's really no point in discussing it any further.

You are right, it doesn't take any talent to hold the #2 and #3 rushing offenses to a combined 135 yards while having 9 takeaways in two games. None whatsoever.

 

[scratcher]

Anyway... Buck and Aikman made a reference to Jackson snapping his head and how that might be close to false starting (which its not b/c he's not looking up). But it had me watching Jackson when I rewatched the game and I noticed that he looks to the left a half second before the snap EVERY TIME. wouldn't this be a huge adv to the DL and give the opportunity to jump the snap? anyone else notice this?

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

Calling all mcnabb apologists. Please tell me about how great he played in the 3rd qtr of this game. you know...before it really mattered

 

[PewterFan]

I hope you enjoyed your ride Cards fans, because it ends Sunday. And it ends in a very ugly and embarrassing way

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

I hope you enjoyed your ride Cards fans, because it ends Sunday. And it ends in a very ugly and embarrassing way

yep, b/c i am a true fan, regardless of what many in this thread think. have fun getting your butts kicked in the SB. No chance against either D. The cards are frauds, they just have the best WR in the game and ran through an extremely weak NFC.

 

[ROCKET]

Just a quick shout out to that pompous ##### Senator Sphincter. #### him and the Eagles and may they never win a title in his lifetime.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

a lot of good, level-headed posts in here, and i admittedly was fired up last night. BUT, i still have McNabb in my sights today (figuratively of course )

You guys who defend him are like moths flying around a big bug zapper. yeah, he looked great for 3 quarters of that game. Yeah, he made plays that very few other QBs could have made. But when it comes down to it, when the game is on the line, and when you need a clutch performance at the penultimate moment, McNabb simply cannot deliver.

Of course the D is to blame for the loss. Because if they dont get McNabb a double digit lead in the 4th quarter, he will find a way to blow it. Of course the WRs need to be better. Oh wait, they found a way to get open in the 1st 3 quarters and then magically couldnt get separation in the 4th qtr. C'mon, i'm not buying it.

McNabb hit the panic button, hard. He always has and he always will. I've always been a HUGE McNabb fan. But i simply do not believe in him anymore. The Eagles will be a playoff team, at best, with him at QB. nothing more, nothing less. So, all you defenders out there, hope you enjoy your 10-6 season and the crushing playoff loss that comes with it.

i'm like, a prophet or something.

 

[dotman]

Calling all mcnabb apologists. Please tell me about how great he played in the 3rd qtr of this game. you know...before it really mattered

I don't know what there is to apologize for. The Eagles lost, not McNabb. McNabb could have been better but he led a great come back to take the lead in the 4th quarter and the defense couldn't hold. And on 4th down, arguably it was PI, but if Curtis doesn't go down that pass hits him right in the numbers and they convert. Judging by the entire 2nd half, they likely tie the game. But it was a great game and I enjoyed it, would have been nice if they won, but the Cardinals played great and if you have to give them props.

 

[dotman]

a lot of good, level-headed posts in here, and i admittedly was fired up last night. BUT, i still have McNabb in my sights today (figuratively of course )

You guys who defend him are like moths flying around a big bug zapper. yeah, he looked great for 3 quarters of that game. Yeah, he made plays that very few other QBs could have made. But when it comes down to it, when the game is on the line, and when you need a clutch performance at the penultimate moment, McNabb simply cannot deliver.

Of course the D is to blame for the loss. Because if they dont get McNabb a double digit lead in the 4th quarter, he will find a way to blow it. Of course the WRs need to be better. Oh wait, they found a way to get open in the 1st 3 quarters and then magically couldnt get separation in the 4th qtr. C'mon, i'm not buying it.

McNabb hit the panic button, hard. He always has and he always will. I've always been a HUGE McNabb fan. But i simply do not believe in him anymore. The Eagles will be a playoff team, at best, with him at QB. nothing more, nothing less. So, all you defenders out there, hope you enjoy your 10-6 season and the crushing playoff loss that comes with it.

i'm like, a prophet or something.

Nothing like patting yourself on the back after your favorite team loses huh BK?

 

[Wooderson]

It was a great ride. More fun then other years because the playoff run came out of no where. Nothing to do now but to reload and come back strong next year.

Good Season Eagles

 

[phillyfan72]

BK, go take your McNabb hatred somewhere else, you're not a true fan if you can't support everyone on the team. Yes, McNabb missed some throws he should've made, but the bottom line is, they wouldn't have been in the game in the 4th quarter if it wasn't for him. Where's your blame for the D getting manhandled in the 1st half, or do you just forget that to support your weak argument? They come back and come very close to the SB, and you're trashing #5 on the boards 5 minutes after the game is over? Get a life, and a new team - you're why Philly fans have such a bad rep.

 

[BuddyKnuckles]

a lot of good, level-headed posts in here, and i admittedly was fired up last night. BUT, i still have McNabb in my sights today (figuratively of course )

You guys who defend him are like moths flying around a big bug zapper. yeah, he looked great for 3 quarters of that game. Yeah, he made plays that very few other QBs could have made. But when it comes down to it, when the game is on the line, and when you need a clutch performance at the penultimate moment, McNabb simply cannot deliver.

Of course the D is to blame for the loss. Because if they dont get McNabb a double digit lead in the 4th quarter, he will find a way to blow it. Of course the WRs need to be better. Oh wait, they found a way to get open in the 1st 3 quarters and then magically couldnt get separation in the 4th qtr. C'mon, i'm not buying it.

McNabb hit the panic button, hard. He always has and he always will. I've always been a HUGE McNabb fan. But i simply do not believe in him anymore. The Eagles will be a playoff team, at best, with him at QB. nothing more, nothing less. So, all you defenders out there, hope you enjoy your 10-6 season and the crushing playoff loss that comes with it.

i'm like, a prophet or something.

Nothing like patting yourself on the back after your favorite team loses huh BK?

yep, feels great. I know what the #### i am talking about. oh, and i am positive that if McNabb would have pulled this one out and come through in the clutch (yeah, right), then there would be dozens of my quotes in here right now.

So, yeah, listen to me, i am smarter than most of you. I will help open your eyes to the truth.

 

[JuniorNB]

:( Calling all mcnabb apologists. Please tell me about how great he played in the 3rd qtr of this game. you know...before it really mattered

As predicted, the resident asswhole comes out after the Eagles lose. So tell me, did you think that that Philly would be in the NFC Championship game before the season started? No, of course you didn't. They totally overacheived and you know it. I've also told you exactly what you'd do when and if the Eagles finally lost. Yeah, he sucks because he couldn't win three straight road playoff games. :( Also, McNabb had 375 yards and 3 Tds. He also rushed for 31 yards. Only a few less than Westbrook. The defense, Westbrook, and Akers were far more responsible for this loss than Mcnabb was. Sure, he didn't throw for a 100% completion percentage, but he led them back when they were down 24-6. He also hit Curtis in the hands on the 4th and 10 play at teyh end of the game.Your shtick is old and tiresome. Go find a team with a perfect quarterback. Good luck.