The Eagles have a pair of major stars in LeSean McCoy and DeSean Jackson. Just how good are they?
DeSean is 4th in the NFL in “clutch receptions”. These are catches that go for a 1st down or a TD.
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NFL.com’s Chris Wesseling, an excellent analyst and writer, rated LeSean in the top tier of NFL RBs.
Top shelf: Adrian Peterson, Jamaal Charles,LeSean McCoy, Marshawn Lynch
Peterson runs with a violence and explosive slashing ability that other backs simply can’t match. His effort is on another level. It’s an upset when one tackler brings him down. Don’t be surprised if he breaks the 200-yard barrier against the Redskins on Thursday night. … Charles has been the most valuable non-quarterback in the league this season, leading the Chiefs in rushing yards, receiving yards and receptions as a lights-out fourth-quarter closer.
Rivaling Peterson as the most fun back to watch, McCoy is the NFL’s leading rusher through nine weeks. … Lynch is carrying the Seahawks‘ offense while Russell Wilson works to overcome an outbreak of injuries on the offensive line.
Nothing groundbreaking, but it is always interesting to see what the national perception of Eagles players is.
