This afternoon’s opening game battle between the Eagles and the Packers could be a 60-minute highlight film or a mistake-filled mess of a game.
It’s very likely that the Birds and the Pack will be playing in the rain this afternoon. Rain could mean loose balls or a sloppy field, which makes it impossible for defenders to cover their men.
I think the inclement weather will make it more important to get off to a fast start. The field could get so bad that the offenses are unable to run many plays effectively. That would make a low-scoring defensive battle and give a huge advantage to the team which jumps on top.
Imagine if you’re DeSean Jackson and you read or hear about the huge deal Miles Austin just received from the Cowboys. He had one very season a year ago and for that he’s rewarded with six-year $54 million dollar deal with $17 million of it coming this year.
Jackson was on the NFC Pro Bowl team with Austin after the 2009 season. The speedy wideout will make less than a million this season. He was already unhappy with his contract. This can’t help.
Andy Reid was no nonsense this week. Numerous times he could be seen stopping practice, chewing somebody out and telling the guys to run the play again.
He knows that everybody’s eyes are on him now. Reid wants to show that he can continue to win with different personnel. He knows not to believe all the talk about the city having patience with this young team.
Les Bowen asked Reid if he had thought about how using Michael Vick would lower Kevin Kolb’s statistics and make it easier for critics to claim he’s a bust. Reid responded that he hadn’t thought about it and didn’t care about it.
Now will see if Reid is really that good , this is his team now , all the coaches and players he picked ,time will tell ,he has nobody to make the fall goat now since DMac is gone !!!
This move is either the best thing that have happened to the Eagles and Reid or the worse. The heat is turned up and now he’s changing his demeanor…let’s hope this transfers to the field but if the players don’t respond,,,,,,,,he’s toast.
How about that Jerry Jones? Now, that’s a class owner who is willing to put it all on the line for his top performers. I wish he would have purchased the Eagles…we would have a few championships by now…Well…I live in Philadelphia and should be use to sub par owners by now.
Hell I make more than desean jackson
Wow interesting that after 10 years its now Reids team. That is interesting to say the least I need to ponder that.
It is also interesting that, that darn Brilliant Jerry guy’s team has been so much better than them there poor misses owned and managed Eagles during the Reid era. Hey someone told me the Cowboys were going to the superbowl the very same year that them poor dang Eagles went to their 5th NFC Champ (Which they did lose), so excuse me while I go out an take a moment for so clarity, my universe has gone Twilight on me. Pardon me guys I need sometime to myself.
Oh before I go stare at the wall………….Jackson needs to get paid, make him happy.
how about the 49ers..
the locked up MLB P WIllis to a long-term deal and now TE V Davis to another long team…
They got 2 stud O/Lineman in the 1st round of the draft in G M Iupati and T A Davis to go aloing with Pro-Bowler LT J Staley already, they signed Veteran RB B Westbrook to help bring a winning attitude,mind-set to a very young team..I forgot to mention that this is in addition to an Offense that has improving QB A Smith, big time potential WR M Crabtree, T Ginn JR,with All-Pro RB F Gore & TE V Davis… This 49er team could be good for a while…
“UH-OHHHHH; WOWWW”! The money thing again eh. I’m not going to dwell on that because it is our first game and I’m looking for us to come out firing on all cylinders, beating the pack, and putting the league on notice today. Oh lets Dooo It! (By the way Songs, I agree you gotta respect a guy like JJ who’s willing to put it all on the line for his playmakers; even giving it to them at the right time – the beginning of the season). Oh yeah, if AR is getting “pissed” now, who cares. He should of been getting pissed after not winning a couple of superbowls over the last 10 years. But ( I’ll take it easy on him for now until/if he screws up calling a play/clock management) He’s our coach and I’ll pull for him as well.
E-A-G-L-E-S — EAGLESSS!
I’ll reserve comments for AR in the dreaded “COACH’S BOX” after 8pm
spending more money than another team is better than consistently beating them on the football field for over 10 years. —- Song’s priorities.
Ok, I have the lucky underwear on and a package of Rolaids in my pocket, I am off to the stadium.Good luck to all of us today, GO BIRDS!!!
No Schiller….taking care of your playmakers instead of pissing them off is a priority that help morale and make championship teams….Something Jerry Jones knows about.
Jerry Knows one playoff win in the last 11 years, that my friend is what jerry knows. Man I wish it was possible for the Cowgirls and skins to have a 0-0 tie tonight. Yeah I know its not possible fellas so spare me any commentary, but it would make feel sooooo very nice.
Can’t wait to hear all the great quotes from the Young Tongues.
I’m becoming more convinced that Reid was a much bigger problem than McNabb.
Yea how bout that genius Jerry Jones. Waited how long to pay Ware, yet made a guy who performed for one year one of highest paid WR’s in the game. And it was also certainly brilliant to give up how many draft picks for Roy Williams? One of the other HIGHEST paid WRs in the game? He certainly is genius and what a great example of making a point…
It is certainly possible to for the cowboys and skins to have a 0-0 tie, but highly unlikely.
I have major doubts about Kevin Kolb’s accuracy on passes more than 20 yards. He does not appear to have a strong arm and does not appear to be able to put the ball into tight coverage. Our defense looks pretty good so far, but our offense, with all of it’s gimmicks, looks awful. Can we get McNabb back for longs throws, and use Kolb for the short stuff?
It’s halftime and I told you all this damn Kolb guy is a DAMN BUM!!!!!!
The Defense – fine
Offensive line – fine
The only problems is the position this organization said would be improved with Kolb as QB
This gamw eould be out of reach for Green Bay if Mcnabb was leading this same exact team.
Where’s the accuracy we were told would be there?
Where’s the Leadership?
He don’t even have 30 freakin yards passing and Andy have called pases 80% of the game.
This same exact team would contend if Mcnabb was here.
“F” it!!!!! Let Kolb play all year…That’s what these simple ass Eagles fans deserve.
What excitement!!!!!
I wish another loser come on here and compare this damn bum to Aaron Rogers again…Compare Aaron Rogers to Mcnabb….
He’s big, strong arm, mobile and can throw on the run.
Why in the hell did they draft Kolb?
He’s a damn bum….and cost this team and opportunity to contend.
Yes, let’s give him a shot…we’ll contend in 2013
Eagles Fans…it’s 1/2 time and this damn bum don’t even have 50 yards passing and don’t want any part of the NFL
Got Damn Bum……The Eagles fans should really meditate on this….feel this moment.
THIS IS WHAT YOU WANTED!!!!!!!
A GOD DAMN BUM!!!!!
It’s a good thing Jerry’s got no superbowl rings. If he did, he might actually have a reply post. Uh-duh!!!
What’s Kolb’s QB rating? I believe his last game was 37. He certainly can’t do any worse.
Not a big Vick fan but Vick’s been in for 5 plays and has 20yds and two first downs including setting up the only points and Kolb has thrown for 20 yards and had 3 INTs dropped.
What’s the over/under on the number of games Kolb survives?
So far in the first half the Eagles have more penalty yards than offensive yards. G, this is not a 60 minute highlite film. 55 yard field goal???????
1st round draft choice, 3 years on the bench. . . and this?
Desean Jackson…..Kiss your big contract “bye bye” buddy.
You should have begged to keep Mcnabb now your future will suffer with this damn Bum.
Forget about the pro bowl, your new contract, and you can definately forget about the Superbowl.
Man, we would do better with Bobby Hoying right now…Is this what you guys expected for Kolb’s debut?
B-U-M….BUM
HE’S A GUNSLINGER FROM TEXAS…..COACHES KID
I am so glad the season started so we can see what he’s about.
You can’t spin this….BUM
SONGS-
Truth hurts….keep telling it like it is. We have gotten used to having good contending teams, but always with a piece or 2 missing. This year is no different-McNabb was the fall guy…but we are beginning to see that the problems were much bigger than him…
As long as the ownership is tight with the purse strings we will continue to be close…and continue to be disappointed by being close but never winning the superbowl.
If DJax doesnt get paid what he deserves…it will be another sign of how management continues to punk players…they even tried it with Westbrook for a bit …who gave all for the team…
A QB like McNabb is franchise, they dont come around often….
My question is when the Eagle Nation will recognize that the problems are at the top with the stingy ownership….
Songs, keep tellin it–I miss the commentary of FADE2BLACK…
I’d like to buy a touchdown Pat, good look defense………….Offense…#%#$%# uh %#$%#5, okay got that out my system now lets dang gone go, lets play ball “O”. Oh and thanks Defense buddies you bringing the pain just like ol’ Mono wanted. Go Eagles. Hey boys if you scared say so.
Mnay days, GCobb reported that Kolb was throwing the ball all over the field while Pilly.com reported that he was on target. Who was right?
Even Buddy Ryan would have gotten McNabb some weapons, but Reid’s system didn’t require real receivers.
I want everyone to know that each day, I saved all posts. So, don’t come on here with revisionist talk, cause I gotcha!!
Best quote: Even with his jaw aching, Kolb still sucks!
uh oh
THIS is Reid’s team!!!
I missed it. Is Kolb out with a headache or hangnail?
Kolb looked good in that red jersey, but in this game, the QB can be hit.
Nest Best Quote: I loved the Kevin Kolb era.
Mcnabb played on a broken ankle..what a warrior…yet Kolb is out because of what?
phiily fans ….get ready for a decade of garbage play.
Andy Reid…..”TIME’S YOURS”.
At least Kolb gives good interview.
After all, that’s what’s important.
It must be the uniforms. Kolb looked like Montana in that red jersey.
Kolb is trash. Reids play calling in this game is it always is TRASH why bring vick in on 3rd downs! We will never win anything as long as Reid is our coach its looking like he will be fired at the end of the year if we keep playing like this yay!
ESCAPABILITY!!!!!! Anyone see the difference?
I got to give it to our defense though they look pretty good
Don’t you just hate it when you’re as wrong as two left shoes??? You probably can’t even cheer for the team, now. You know who you are.
reminds me of the baltimore game. Kolb is done. Maybe we land Jake Locker with our first pick in this years draft
Vick is thr truth!!!!!!!!
A game day proven baller.
I wish another one of you losers come on here again talking about Kolb.
If Reid start Kolb again voice it live on ESPN
No more disrespect…..the players believe in VICK
Vick opened up the running lanes with his escapability.
We didn’t lose anything in McNabb. Who said that?