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Eagles WR Jeremy Maclin Battling Illness

Most of the talk this week has been about the absence of Eagles speedy Pro Bowl wide receiver DeSean Jackson, who has been holding out for a new contract. Unfortunately for the Eagles Jackson isn’t the only starting wide receiver who is missing from camp.

Jeremy Maclin who had battled mononucleosis and lost 15 pounds during the off season hasn’t come to training camp as of yet. Today in a morning news conference, Eagles head coach Andy Reid told us he was ill, but he wouldn’t tell us exactly what the illness was.

It’s obviously serious enough to keep him out of camp.

This is something to keep an eye on.

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paulman
paulman
July 30, 2011 6:36 pm

Wish him a speedy and full recovery but this could set him back a a good month or 2 if it’s the full blown mono.. You lose 15-20 lbs and it will take a good little while to build your strength and stamina back up… Another reason to sign Plex Burress and then you can let Maclin take his time and not rush him back

vricchini
vricchini
July 30, 2011 6:36 pm

Mononucleosis is a viral infection causing fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph glands, especially in the neck. Causes, incidence, and risk factors
Mononucleosis, or mono, is often spread by saliva and close contact. It is known as “the kissing disease,” and occurs most often in those age 15 to 17. However, the infection may develop at any age. Mono is usually linked to the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but can also be caused by other organisms such as cytomegalovirus (CMV).

Symptoms

Mono may begin slowly with fatigue, a general ill feeling, headache, and sore throat. The sore throat slowly gets worse. Your tonsils become swollen and develop a whitish-yellow covering. The lymph nodes in the neck are frequently swollen and painful.

A pink, measles-like rash can occur and is more likely if you take the medicines ampicillin or amoxicillin for a throat infection. (Antibiotics should NOT be given without a positive Strep test.)

Symptoms of mononucleosis include:

Drowsiness

Fever

General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling

Loss of appetite

Muscle aches or stiffness

Rash

Sore throat

Swollen lymph nodes, especially in the neck and armpit

Swollen spleen

PhillySupremacy
PhillySupremacy
July 30, 2011 6:54 pm

I guess they don’t want Maclin kissing the other players

SONGSRME2
SONGSRME2
July 30, 2011 6:57 pm

See guys…this is a side effect for those who take the deadly swine flu shots.
Death in a Suringe.
Stay away from a vaccinations…In Science it’s called “Soft Kills”

There’s a cure for Cancer…Stop vaccinations!!!!!

2000man
2000man
July 30, 2011 8:27 pm

much as vick is important to sign, REALLY desean Jackson did not kill any dogs and REALLY is the main guy in this offence and in OUR community , so that being said PAY HIM NOW, he has takin the worst hit i ever seen in my life and dude is the fastest wide out in the league. dont get me wrong, vick payed his due BUT ………………… PAY DESEAN NOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

kimbo39
kimbo39
July 30, 2011 8:58 pm

A rare complication of infectious mononucleosis is splenic rupture with rigorous physical activity; it’s the prudent to proceed with the utmost caution.

EagleBeliever
EagleBeliever
July 30, 2011 11:21 pm

You guys missed the gist…he had mono in April. Not something he just got. This isn’t mono or else they would of just came out and said it was mono since it would be no secret. This is something to really keep an eye on. I hate to say this but I heard it is serious to the likes of cancer. Again I hate to say that or even spread that rumor and I hope to god that isn’t the case. But something just doesn’t seem right about the whole situation.

Either way I wish the best for you maclin and get back soon!!!

paulman
paulman
July 31, 2011 12:05 am

Wow EB,
I haven’t followed this story or paid much attention to what Maclin has or hasn’t been doing all off-season..I hope he is ok for I thought he really progressed and matured as a Receiver last season and maded huge strifes in his all-around game from his Rookie season (which was pretty darn good too) I was expecting a real breakout year for him as many teams slide their covreages to D-Jax leacing Maclin more 1 on 1 opportunities..This will be a big blow if he’s out for any substanital length of time and if it is the C word, then who knows how long he could even play Professional Football and would need to concentrate on getting well first ..

anderson silva
anderson silva
July 31, 2011 12:48 am

Its spelled “syringe” Mr. Highly Educated who doesn’t keep his word. You said you would leave, now go Songs.

jakedog
jakedog
July 31, 2011 8:32 am

anderson, the most reverend songs gives you helpful advice regarding vaccinations and not only are you ungrateful but you disrespect him. More insults like that will get you banned from the new world eagles order, as proclaimed and lead by the almighty songs

SONGSRME2
SONGSRME2
July 31, 2011 8:41 am

Jake..”You have spoken well”

You’re in Buddy

“THE NEW EAGLES WORLD ORDER” fratenity

Shill, Ddcar, and Anderson..is not invited.

SONGSRME2
SONGSRME2
July 31, 2011 8:55 am

Stay away from Vaccinations…..it’s the real reason for Cancers and Diseases!!!!!

There’s no such science that proves shooting a disease in someone prevents them from catching a disease.

Also…Polio is not contagious and can not be contracted from one person to the next…so why in the hell are they giving children polio vaccines with mercury which is frying their brains leading to autism?

Polio vaccines have Leukemia, and different strains of Cancer and time released poisons…

Vaccines were created to attack the immune system and creat neurological disorders…..The Pharmaceutical company makes money through their products that treat the symptoms to the Vaccines administered throughout the world.

Maclin is a victim ..and this sickness he have is directly connected to his vaccinations or a recent flu shot.