Andy Reid and Howie Roseman made a statement yesterday: the need for a second back to compliment LeSean “Shady” McCoy was already on the roster.
His name: Leonard Weaver
The second the Eagles brass made Weaver the highest paid fullback in NFL history with his three-year, $11 million contract that guarantees him $6.5 million, it became [...]
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Weaver addresses Eagles’ need for second back
March 6th, 2010 · No Comments · Uncategorized
Why Eagles haven’t made splash in free agency
March 6th, 2010 · 1 Comment · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles
With the Bears signing Julius Peppers and Chester Taylor, the Seahawks bringing in Brandon Marshall for a visit, the Giants landing Antrel Rolle, and the Ravens acquiring Anquan Boldin during the first day of free agency, many Eagles fans have to be wondering, “when is it our turn to make a major headline?”
The bottom line [...]
Tags:Aarom kampman·Antrel Rolle·Eagles·free agents·Julius Peppers·Ladanian Tomlinson·Leonard Weaver·Thomas Jones
Cole, Jordan, Avant likely returning; Weaver close to new deal
March 4th, 2010 · No Comments · Uncategorized
On the day before the new NFL year and free agency begin, many teams are busy tendering restricted free agents to ensure that thy get something in return should the players leave.
The Eagles are no exception and have tendered WR Jason Avant, offensive lineman Nick Cole and LB Akeem Jordan at the second round level. [...]
Tags:Akeem Jordan·Eagles·free agents·Jason Avant·Leonard Weaver·Nick Cole
Report: Westbrook out vs. Cowboys
November 8th, 2009 · No Comments · Philadelphia Eagles
According to Philly.com, Adam Schefter is reporting on ESPN that Eagles running back Brian Westbrook will not suit up for the Philadelphia Eagles as they host the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.
Westbrook sustained a concussion on Monday Night Football against the Washington Deadskins two weeks ago, and was held out of the Giants game last [...]
Tags:Brian Westbrook·concussion·Dallas Cowboys·Leonard Weaver·NFL·Philadelphia Eagles·Shady McCoy
Maclin crashes Reid's party in 33-14 win
October 11th, 2009 · No Comments · Philadelphia Eagles
On the day Eagles coach Andy Reid notched his 100th win, rookie wide receiver Jeremy Maclin crashed the celebration and threw his own coming out party.
Maclin, who started in place of injured receiver Kevin Curtis, was Donovan McNabb’s main target in Sunday’s 33-14 win. On the day, Maclin caught six passes for 142 yards and [...]
Tags:Andy Reid·Donovan McNabb·Jeremy Maclin·Leonard Weaver·NFL·October 11·Philadelphia Eagles·Tampa Bay Buccanners·Week 4

