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Troy Vincent joins NFL as a VP

February 18th, 2010 · No Comments · NFL

By FRANK WARD
DailyPhiladelphian.com Editor
In a move that could have negotiating implications, the NFL has hired former Eagle Troy Vincent as a vice president.
Moments ago, NFL PR Director Greg Aiello tweeted, “Breaking news. This just in. Troy Vincent has joined the league office as NFL vice president of player development for active players.”
This comes just less [...]

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Vick again admits laziness in Atlanta

February 10th, 2010 · 7 Comments · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

While this is hardly news that will knock the snowstorm out of the top spot on area newscasts, Michael Vick once again talked about the fact that he was lazy in Atlanta and never came close to tapping his talent for the Falcons.
Falcons fans should probably be upset, but the fact is the Vick era [...]

Stallworth cut by Browns; Eagles should inquire

February 8th, 2010 · No Comments · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

By FRANK WARD
DailyPhiladelphian.com Editor
After serving a one year suspension for his role in a DUI-related car accident that ended up taking a man’s life, Donte’ Stallworth was reinstated by the NFL on Sunday. His first piece of news following his reinstatement? A phone call from the Browns — likely GM Tom Heckert — telling the [...]

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Tags:Browns·Donte Stallworth·Eagles·NFL

Reid, McNabb can learn from the Saints Super Bowl victory

February 7th, 2010 · 1 Comment · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

By FRANK WARD
DailyPhiladelphian.com Editor
Andy Reid, Donovan McNabb, Joe Banner and the rest of the Eagles better have been paying attention to the Super Bowl tonight. They must learn a lesson from the Saints and head coach Sean Payton: Be aggressive and don’t be scared to fail.
The Saints got off to a slow start, trailing 10-0 [...]

DeSean Jackson shines at Pro Bowl

January 31st, 2010 · No Comments · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

Making history. That’s been DeSean Jackson’s motto since being named to the Pro Bowl as a wide receiver and punt returner. He was the first player to earn a Pro Bowl invite at two positions in one year.
Based on his first Pro Bowl experience, Jackson will be Jerking his way to many Pro Bowl appearances [...]

DeSean Jackson contract extension will come when timing is right

January 28th, 2010 · No Comments · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

Let’s just get right to it — DeSean Jackson will get a contract extension and won’t leave Philadelphia for the forseeable future.
Comcast SportsNet’s Derrick Gunn, who is as wired into the Eagles scene as any media member, reports that Jackson’s new agent Drew Rosenhaus is starting the process of asking the Eagles for an extension [...]

Dawkins, Akers named to NFL All-Decade team

January 27th, 2010 · No Comments · NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

One current Eagle and the former heart and soul of the team have been named to the NFL’s All-Decade Team.
Brian Dawkins and David Akers will formally be announced as members of the team during a special telecast before the Pro Bowl on ESPN at 5:30 Sunday night.
Dawkins spent every year in Eagle green before being [...]

Mark Cuban angry with NFL over Eagles-Cowboys game

January 5th, 2010 · No Comments · NBA, NFL, Philadelphia Eagles

The nerve of Roger Goodell and the NFL offices for failing to consult with Mark Cuban and the rest of the NBA’s owners prior to creating the playoff schedule for Wild Card weekend.
The NFL has scheduled the Eagles and Cowboys game for 8 p.m. on Saturday in Dallas. The Dallas Mavericks are scheduled to host [...]

Jets, Bengals to determine final AFC playoff team

January 3rd, 2010 · No Comments · NFL

Somewhere, Matt Schaub, Mario Williams and the Houston Texans are at the mall buying Chad Ochocinco jerseys.
If the Bengals win tonight, the Texans will make the playoffs for the first time in franchise history. However, the team they are playing will also have something to say about that. The New York Jets will take the [...]

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 [...]

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