Monthly Archives: March 2013

The Maclin Trade Rumor – Update

There was recent speculation about Jeremy Maclin being a trade target of the Colts.  Owner Jim Irsay talked about the team trying to land a “whopper” and then let it be known the deal was for a WR. Les  Bowen … Continue reading

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Eagles Get One Comp Pick

The Eagles were awarded one Compensatory Pick, a 7th rounder.  This is based on last year’s free agent transactions. The Eagles now have: 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 7th 7th – from Cleveland in David Sims trade 7th – from … Continue reading

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Eagles Live Updates

From Greg Cosell: * Doesn’t feel Geno Smith is a good fit for Chip Kelly’s offense.  Also doesn’t feel that he’s worth the #4 overall pick.  Did stress that’s just his opinion.  Said if Kelly feels Smith is a good … Continue reading

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Bad D

From stats guru Russell Baxter: “Most Total TD Allowed NFL 2012: Titans (55), Bills & Saints (53), Eagles (52), Raiders (50), Lions (49), Jaguars & Buccaneers (48)” Boy, was the Eagles defense bad last year or what?  Excited to see … Continue reading

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More on the Benn Trade

Eagles Rewind is a sort of new blog that is worth checking out.  Brent does a lot of research and is real good with charts and stats.  Here he took a look at what the Eagles gave up for Benn … Continue reading

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Draft Nuggets

New WRs coach Bob Bicknell has been a busy man. He’s checked out several prospects at their Pro Days, most recently Marshall star Aaron Dobson.  The Senior WR is 6-3, 211 and a talented prospect.  Here’s more on his Pro … Continue reading

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Jake Long to STL

Per PFT, Jake Long will sign with the Rams.  He had been in Miami talking to his former team about re-signing, but maybe the Rams upped their offer. Long was the top OT available in FA.  His deal will help … Continue reading

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New Podcast

Jimmy Bama and I recorded a show today on the Eagles and the first week of free agency.  We covered each player for a few minutes.  We talked about the team’s aggression and the type of players they signed.  Lasted … Continue reading

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Writers on the Front Seven

Tim McManus of Birds 24/7 posted an article on the defense and how everyone might be used. Jeff McLane also shared his thoughts on the defense, especially the front seven. We’re all playing a guessing game right now.  Interesting to see … Continue reading

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Misc Eagles Draft Items

* The Eagles have already had a workout with WR/RB/RS Tavon Austin. He’s not in play at pick #4, but should the team move back, he could definitely be a target.  Austin might be the ultimate Chip Kelly type of … Continue reading

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