Though his sample size was small (two games) and the defenses he faced weren’t the greatest (Chiefs and Saints), Kevin Kolb’s two performances as the starting quarterback for the Eagles this season should not be overlooked.

In that limited sample he became the first quarterback to pass for 300 yards or more in his first two NFL starts. That’s right, he did something that not even Peyton Manning, Joe Montana or Dan Marino can lay claim to.

Don’t get me wrong, I am not saying Kolb is the next great quarterback in the league, but he certainly looks capable of running an NFL offense.

The Eagles drafted Kolb with the 36th overall pick in the 2007 draft (traded with the Cowboys to get that pick). Next [...]

Donovan McNabb was not a popular choice when he was selected in the 1999 draft with the #2 overall pick.  He played in nearby Syracuse, but for some reason Eagles fans had their hearts set on Ricky Williams.  It is somehow fitting that since that critical pick, the Eagles have ranked near the bottom of the league in average rush attempts per game, but have also been one of the most successful franchises in the league, largely in part to McNabb’s efforts from the quarterback position.

Andy Reid made no secret of the fact that he preferred a passing offense, as was evidenced when he introduced the West Coast Offense to this traditionally smash mouth, run it up the middle NFC [...]

The Eagles finally broke out of their fall doldrums and thoroughly dominated todays opponent.  They only led 13-0 at halftime, largely in part to penalties that called back several scores, and their own inability to finish drives.   Only a determined goal-line stand to close out the first half and keep it from being a one score game provided them with needed momentum as they came out in the second half with the first possession.

Michael Vick was welcomed back to Atlanta with a combination of applause and boos, then proceeded to silence his detractors by scoring his first touchdown of the year on a 5 yard plunge in the third quarter to give the Eagles a 20-0 lead.   Early [...]

The Eagles dominated every single offensive and defensive category in todays game and in the process managed to just barely win.  They had more total plays of offense, more yards passing, more yards rushing, had better yards per pass and rush attempt, had more time of possession, better 4th down efficiency, allowed fewer turnovers, and barely escaped with a win !!

Yes they were not as good on third down, thanks to the Redskins being unnaturally good at that, but they did everything they could to give the Redskins the game until the 4th quarter, from the initial onsides kick they misplayed, allowing Washington to have a 24 yard field, quickly shortened to a 19 yard field with the 5 yard [...]

The Eagles are about to go up against their primary NFC East competition and they will be doing it without Brian Westbrook, who is still feeling symptoms from last weeks concussion.

I applaud this move on the part of Reid, the coaching staff and Jeff Lurie.  While the Eagles have a much better record playing with their star running back over the past decade, they have a perfectly good replacement in McCoy.  It probably didn’t hurt that commish Goodell was recently involved in hearings regarding concussions and their long term effects on NFL players but I believe this would have been the decision no matter what.  The Eagles have a reputation for being conservative both in their play calling and personnel decisions.

What that [...]

The Eagles started their first MNF appearance of the season with a bang.  It came in the form of DeSean Jackson running virtually untouched for a 66 yard end around touchdown and 7-0 lead on the opening drive.  On Saturday I would have guessed this would be a close game but by gametime 8:42 EST Monday night it was obvious the Eagles had arrived in our nations capital with something to prove.

It seemed evident that Reid heard the criticisms as he came out running, with Westbrook, McCoy and Weaver all seeing action early.  Eagles fans held their collective breath when Westbrook went down early after a short gain.

Will Weatherspoon, playing in his first game after coming over from the St Louis Rams, [...]

The Eagles started off strong against the Kansas City Chiefs today, with LeSean McCoy having a strong first quarter and scoring his first NFL touchdown on the Eagles second possession for a 7-0 lead.  Kolb stood in there and completed several key throws and Vick looked to be largely ineffective in his limited snaps in wildcat.  Kolb hit DeSean Jackson for a 43 yard completion on the third offensive drive.  Kolb then leapt in for HIS first rushing TD as an Eagle to stake the Birds to a 14-0 lead.

The defense made up for their loss of concentration against the Saints by coming early and often against returning QB Matt Cassell.  Sheldon Brown and Assante Samuel did a good job [...]

All right.  UNCLE.  NFL Gameday, 13 minutes coverage on Michael Vick, 2 minutes coverage on the upcoming Eagles game.  I have been anti Vick since his signing, in part because of what his personal choices were, and in part because I don’t feel he is that good of a QB.  He is a great runner, a below average passer, and an average team mate.

This team was highly touted BEFORE the Vick signing, why have they been relegated to road kill on the side of the road, hardly worth a mention?  I know they are a disappointing 1-1, but all you “sports know it alls on useless TV shows” How about showing our team some respect?

We have guys besides Westbrook, McNabb, [...]

Well yesterday Eagles QB Kevin Kolb had his first career start.  I for one think he did a pretty decent job.  The Saints scored first but on the very next position,  Kolb made a beautiful pass to DeSean Jackson resulting in a touchdown.  After the first offensive series for both teams it looked like we might be in for a shootout.

As the game progressed Kolb proved to be willing to work with the wildcat formation and more importantly he did not see to be afraid to take a hit.   A few times Kevin Kolb delivered great passes just a split second before getting hit by the New Orleans defense.

As for the three interceptions, this first we probably his fault.  [...]

No longer will Donovan McNabb, Kevin Kolb or whoever else handles the Eagles quarterbacking position be able to “put the biscuit in the Baskett.”
In a move that is a bit of a head-scratcher, the Eagles cut wide receiver Hank Baskett to make room for Michael Vick on the active roster. The move comes on the heals of the Eagles signing Jeff Garcia and placing Shaw Andrews on IR.
Someone had to go, but Baskett?
The Eagles had carried seven receivers on their 53-man roster through Week 1. Apparently Baskett became expendable after Philadelphia selected Jeremy Maclin in the first round of April’s draft and added Brandon Gibson in the sixth round.
For his career as an Eagle, Baskett finished with 72 catches for [...]

Five Keys to the Eagles season ending with a title

Key 5: Westbrook and McNabb staying healthy.

You can talk all you want about the impact rookie running back LeSean McCoy will have this season. You can talk all you want about the excitement Michael Vick will bring to the Eagles offense.

At the end of the day, the Eagles will go as far as Donovan McNabb and Brian Westbrook takes them.

Just like it has been.

When McNabb and Westbrook are healthy and on the field together, the Eagles have a chance to win – no matter whom they are playing. The due is that good.

Sure the Eagles have had moments of success with each of its stars down. AJ Feeley had his moment [...]

Key No. 2: Donovan McNabb overcoming pressure.

This is nothing new for Donovan McNabb. Since the day he was drafted, the quarterback from Syracuse has been under the microscope in Philadelphia. At times it has been a little overwhelming.
Just consider this excerpt from Phil Sheridan in Monday’s edition of The Philadelphia Inquirer.

“It was September 2003, just eight months after the Eagles’ gut-punch loss to Tampa Bay in the NFC championship game at Veterans Stadium. The Eagles opened their inaugural season at brand-new Lincoln Financial Field with home games against the two most recent Super Bowl champions.

They lost to the Bucs, 17-0, on a Monday night. Six days later, they got destroyed by New England. By the third quarter of the Patriots [...]

Ok,  folks here is the seasons first big game and it’s against Dallas.  I actually started writing this post on Wednesday but got busy too busy with other stuff to finish it during the week.  I was and still am optimistic the we can beat the Cowbows on Monday night.  I think we have a great weapon in DeSean Jackson.  He will be the new star in Philly if he has a good game against Dallas.  Just imagine…  A few nice punt returns, maybe he takes one all the way.  There is always the possibility of McNabb and Jackson connecting for some good yardage.  Let’s not forget about Brian Westbrook either.  He will just make the passing game that much more effective because of his threat with he running game.

The [...]

The Eagles open the 2008 – 2009 season with a great deal of talk about the abilities of their wide receivers. Well I think we can all breath a sigh of relief.  Donavan McNabb connected with DeSean Jackson, Greg Lewis, Hank Baskett and Jason Avant.  That’s all 4 starting receivers. To top it off they all had receptions of thirty yards or more!  So yes, regardless of what people say, the Eagles receivers have the ability to make plays.  Just ask the St Louis Rams.

Special Teams also looked great! DeSean Jackson who started as a receiver and punt returner had a 60 yard punt return. It looked like he really wanted to take one to the house which [...]

Wow.  I only saw some of the game but the birds are looking good.  Saw a few really nice passes, a really nice punt return by Jackson. In fact DeSean Jackson, who’s Eagles Jersey is not even for sale,  had one punt return for 44 yards which was call back because of a penalty and the other was for 77 yards for a TD.  Would it be great to get the eagles special teams back to a top notch level?  Last season special teams performance was dreadful.

One low light was the Dawkins injury but thankfully that appears to be minor.  SO lets go birds.  I might add more to this tomorrow but that’s it for now. Check out DeSean Jackson TD Return against the [...]