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Donovan speaks about Vick and the offense
Posted on 31. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
Donovan McNabb had a press conference today where he spoke about the situation from Thursday with Michael Vick and the overall status of the Eagles offense. He had made comments after the game Thursday about the rhythm of the offense being off with Vick entering and exiting the game. After these comments many people started [...]
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Battles for starting positions
Posted on 30. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
The main purpose the final preseason game against the Jets will serve is to determine final roster spots and those starting position battles that are still in the air. Let’s take a look at some of the spots that these battles will take place. Middle Linebacker As of right now, this position belongs to Joe [...]
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I agree with Donovan’s rhythm comments
Posted on 29. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
After the game Thursday night, Donovan McNabb commented that he thought Michael Vick entering and exiting the game disrupted the offensive rhythm. I fully agree with this statement and made a comment to someone about it while it was taking place. It seemed as though the team was more focused on getting Vick into the [...]
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Game Recap: Eagles 33 – Jaguars 32
Posted on 28. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
The third preseason game is in the books and only one more game remains before things really matter. We got to see the starters for a good portion of the game and probably for pretty much the last time before the Birds travel to Carolina. There were some definite positives and negatives that can be [...]
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What I’m looking for tonight – Jacksonville edition
Posted on 27. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
If you were on the site last week, you know that I wrote about all the things I was looking for during the game with the Colts. I’ve decided to follow up that post with a similar one for tonight’s match up with the Jaguars. So here it goes: 1. Michael Vick This is a [...]
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Could Michael Vick miss the game tonight?
Posted on 27. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
ProFootballTalk.com has posted an interesting article regarding Michael Vick and tonights game. If you didn’t know already, Vick has a bankruptcy hearing in Virginia today. He will be taking a commercial flight back into Philadelphia when he is finished. It has been noted that if the flight is delayed their is the possibility that he [...]
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Pregame festivities on Thursday night
Posted on 26. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
If you haven’t heard so already, it sounds like there is going to be a lot of interesting things going on before Thursdays game against Jacksonville. I believe many thought PETA would be present with protesters against Vick (I’m not sure if there has been a definite announcement or if it is just expected). However, [...]
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Get geared up for the 2009 season!
Posted on 26. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
The 2009 regular season is almost underway. It’s the perfect time to load up on new Eagles gear for the year. Our partners at NFLShop.com are currently running a promotion for those looking to gear up before the beginning of the season. Any order above $75 is eligible for free shipping or when you order [...]
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Michael Vick off the field
Posted on 26. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
Michael Vick has been a member of the Philadelphia Eagles for 13 days now. His main focus has been preparing himself to get back on the football field and contribute to this team. However, there are many people out there that disagree with where his focus has been. People are upset that Vick has not [...]
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How much should Westbrook play on Thursday?
Posted on 25. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
After Andy Reid’s press conference this afternoon, we know that Brian Westbrook will be suited up and playing on Thursday. The answer that we don’t know is exactly how much he will play. I think that it’s a good thing that he will take some live reps against a different defense, but I don’t think [...]
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Recap of Andy Reid’s press conference
Posted on 25. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
Andy Reid spoke to the media today regarding topics concerning the upcoming preseason matchup with Jacksonville. As we all know, Andy likes to start with injuries. The following players will NOT suit up to play on Thursday: -Sheldon Brown -Omar Gaither -Leonard Weaver -Shawn Andrews -Todd Herremans -Darren Howard -Charleston Hughes -Tracy White -Tony Curtis [...]
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Vick will play Thursday night
Posted on 25. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
Although it doesn’t come as much surprise to me, Andy Reid has announced that Michael Vick will see the playing field in the preseason game Thursday against Jacksonville. At this time it is unknown how much he will play. Reid has a press conference at 12:30 today where we may here more. The starters will [...]
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What’s with the Eagles offensive line?
Posted on 24. Aug, 2009 by Mike Burke.
For me, the most frustrating thing going on this offseason is the injuries on the offensive line. Losing Stewart Bradley and Cornelius Ingram for the year stings, but the current status of the offensive line is just devastating. There are new additions to this line and the players need this time to learn the others [...]
