Eagles coverage and the NFL http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles got a lineman to start, now they go for more of a need with WR DeSean Jackson, a very small but explosive receiver http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles always like to draft on the lines... with their first pick they took DT Trevor Laws. While it shouldn't be a need with all the d'lineman they have taken lately, Laws is a great player. Very good pick and they want to play in a rotation and regardless of Eagles fans thought he will be a very good choice http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have traded down again, this time with the Vikings who came up to get safety Tyrell Johnson, who many were talking in the last week sneaking into the first round. A great addition the Vikings didn't want to see go. Interesting as the Eagles could use a safety and trade a pick that is used on a safety... similar in the first round where Jeff Otah would have been a good pick for them, but they got good value in the trade http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles will get the Panthers 2nd and 4th round pick this year AND their first rounder next year. The Panthers paid way too big a price to get him. The Eagles were questioned a minute ago but now we like this trade http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Panthers have moved up into the first round again... trading with the Eagles to select tackle Jeff Otah. Well another pick we call at the right spot, had him in the mock draft here to the Eagles which made a lot of sense, but the Panthers moved up here to get him. The Eagles are not out of the first round and could have used Otah with the age they have at tackle, not sure I understand this. What did the Panthers have to give up? It will be expensive. The Panthers come out with a new back and someone to block for him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Ok here is our final 2008 NFL Mock Draft. Glad we got the first pick right and guaranteed not to get all 32 thanks to the Patriots, but never came close anyway http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Bengals may be nuts, is this news? According to ESPN the Bengals have turned down an offer from the Washington Redskins for WR Chad Johnson... a first round pick this year, #21 overall, and a conditional third round pick next year that could escalate to a first rounder! Also they have told the Eagles and Cowboys they are not interested in trading the malcontent childish receiver. Hey were all for demanding players knock off the cry baby crap, threatening to hold out for the year etc. It's not like Johnson is not being paid well, he is. He can rot while others play the game for all we care, same should have been done with T.O. when he was whining to get out of the deal that had him go to the Ravens to end up in Philly, how well did that work out? Johnson is making enemies and we like the Bengals stand but it must hurt to pass up an offer like that http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net So it's time to release our first 2008 NFL Mock Draft - another will come Friday before the draft. There is lots of intrigue and different scenarios and some trades will factor in of course, but we'll take a look where things are at now. See our 2008 NFL Mock Draft http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The NFL draft is a crapshoot and the 2008 version appears to be a little more than usual. No true #1 pick, some safer picks, some with more upside.... then there is the one constant, the danger of drafting a wide receiver in round one. Rookie receivers usually do not make a big impact, junior wide receivers may be flashy choices but are even more dangerous. This year the name moving up the charts is Devin Thomas... who? He is from Michigan State and a one year wonder. Let's see a junior with only one year of production, runs fast and has good size.. shoot him up the board.... danger! What about a couple receivers who were consider near the top - Mario Manningham and Malcolm Kelly - both juniors and both falling down the boards. Neither ran a quality 40 time, but they have excuses. Those are part of the problem. Manningham lied about failing drug tests in college, then admitted to it and then sounded like an idiot on a national radio show. He clearly doesn't get it, but it appears NFL GM's do and there is little chance he goes in round one now. Kelly didn't run well and blamed his school for changing the surface he was to run on.... you see he had special shoes and everything. Ok this shoe thing is true of everyone now a days (ugh) but to come out and bash the school was an immature and dumb move on his part. Why do people get so caught up on a 40 time of someone on a track with special shoes when they have been preparing to run this drill for months. Are they ever asked to run the 40 without pads and in tracks shoes during a game? Jerry Rice ran a 4.55 40 coming out of college but didn't look that slow when the speedy Redskins corner Darrell Green was chasing him... who really cares. I understand it has some value but it is far too overrated. How many times do receivers run in the 4.3s and then you hear people say that team needs receivers you can stretch the field and their current group isn't getting it done. The 40 speed doesn't make them a deep threat. Even better there have been top track guys playing receiver in the NFL and referred to as more of a possession guy... not saying the assessment was wrong but pointing out they were track stars just a couple years ago... NFL speed is different than track speed. Being fast at one doesn't make you fast at the other, get it? There are plenty of teams needing a receiver and some will reach for one, more will regret than will rejoice and fans will be excited in April and forget their names in October... such is life in the NFL in April http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have signed former Chiefs backup TE Kris Wilson to a 3 year deal http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Bills have signed former Eagles CB William James (the corner previously known as Will Peterson with the Giants) to add further depth to their secondary http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have signed another defensive lineman... but wait former Colt and Patriots Dan Klecko will be moved to fullback in Philadephia. It is a position he has been used in part time in the past http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The rumors of star receivers coming to Philadelphia haven't come true and likely won't, but they may have just found a target for free. Darrell Jackson who was released by the 49ers would do well to get back into a West Coast offense and while not a #1 anymore, he has experience and may do better than the Eagles other options. Not to say he would succeed as the Seahawks let him go rather cheaply and to a division rival last year... seems they were right about him, but a change of scenery and return to an offense that suits him may help. Though if he drops balls again like last year (and more than a few in Seattle over the years) the Philly fans will turn quickly on him, it could be a low risk trial as he should be had rather inexpensively at least on a one year deal. The Titans may not be a natural fit but will likely be looking as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The 49ers are bringing in former Eagles LB Takeo Spikes for a visit Thursday according to the NFL Network. On the surface it doesn't seem like a great fit. Spikes is 31 and has had some injury issues in the last few years, but he is a tough inside linebacker who could fill the ted role next to Patrick Willis. The have already signed Dontarrious Thomas to compete for the spot but it wasn't a big money deal and he could be a valuable backup at all 4 spots as well. Despite the injuries Spikes has still played well when on the field and could be a good veteran addition to a defense in need of it after losing Bryant Young and most likely Marques Douglas as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net All the rumors about Larry Fitzgerald can finally stop, the Eagles are not going to get him. Rumors have been rampant, and not just this year. This time the Cardinals and Fitzgerald agreed on a new contract extension to help with the massive cap number the Cardinals were so stupid to negotiate into his rookie deal. The new 4 year $40 million extension has $31 million guaranteed and $15 million as a signing bonus as well as a $2 million salary so he is getting a little more than the $14.5 million he was scheduled to be paid this year. The move also clears almost $9 million in salary cap space for the team which desperately needs it http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have release LB Takeo Spikes after only one year in Philadelphia. The move clears some salary cap space and will make the Eagles much younger at linebacker http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Freak, DE Jevon Kearse has returned to the Tennessee Titans after a big money, but disappointing trip to Philadelphia. Kearse was a major bust for the Eagles and wasn't going to generate big interest in free agency, so he decided to return to where he knew success... and a team with a huge need after losing Antwan Odom and Travis LaBoy to free agency http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Bucs have added another linebacker, former Eagles LB Matt McCoy http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have added another edge rusher for Jim Johnson's defense signing former Raiders DE Chris Clemons to a 5 year deal. Clemons should be an excellent fit in this defense http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Vikings have signed former Eagles FB Thomas Tapeh http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles got their man, Patriots CB Asante Samuel is now an Eagles after signing a 6 year contract http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Asante Samuel is heading to Philly... no he hasn't signed yet, but the Eagles announced he is coming for a visit. They know how huge his demands are and wouldn't be willing to bring him in unless they were willing to pay. Odds are he is announced as the newest Eagle this afternoon. Does that open up the rumored trade of corner Lito Sheppard to the Patriots? He would be expendable in Philly and the Patriots have a serious need http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles are the early favorite for Patriots CB Asante Samuel, but the Saints and Bucs are players too. The Saints interest may be fading a bit and that would be good for the Eagles but the Bucs have more cap room than anyone so they certainly can make a big offer and put a lot of money up front http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have released the player once known as the Freak, DE Jevon Kearse. Injuries derailed his time in Philly and it was painful for both sides. At 31 Kearse will get a chance but his best days are well behind him now http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles could be players early in free agency. Look for them to make a play for Patriots CB Asante Samuel, the Saints are also big players but don't count out a couple of AFC East teams in the Dolphins and Jets. The other target for the Eagles early will be DJ Hackett who would fit the system coming over from Seattle http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Ah yes tax time is near and the pain of seeing how much money we fork over to cause deep pain in our stomachs. Then of course there is all the good that comes from it, such as members of congress spending the day listening to the he said she said of Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee (don't forget Andy Pettitte too) and now a new wonderful word "Nannygate", ugh what has this world come to? Add to that Arlen Specter grilling NFL commissioner Roger Goodell over the spygate issue, threatening congressional hearings and the league's antitrust exemption. Do these blowhard's not have anything better to do with their days??? Do we not have any serious issues to be tackled in this great country that we have time to bicker and seek headlines with this crap? Hey guys call me when you fix the economy, health care, homelessness in this rich country and a list longer than.... then we can get around to which retired baseball players did what. Other than Barry Bonds the rest of this is ridiculous and makes me not want to pay attention to the sports we all love so much. This country has become addicted to soap opera's and reality crap where everyone wants their 15 minutes. It's not like this is all brand new, the Steelers of the 70s admittedly used steroids and they certainly were not alone but no one is calling to take back their Super Bowl wins. Lester Hayes is probably my favorite corner of all time, but he reported used something to help him get a better grip. Can we all just move on and focus on trying to fix things rather than going over the top about the past. Either way Roger was dominant, the Patriots were superior and as much as it pains us Bonds was a Hall of Famer before they all crossed the line http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Baltimore Ravens have hired Eagles assistant John Harbaugh as their new head coach. Harbaugh made his name as a special teams coordinator and moved this year to the secondary to help him increase his visibility to become a head coach. With a little help from Jason Garrett, it worked. Harbaugh is an interesting hire and a lot will depend on the coordinators he hires. One smart hire would be Rex Ryan to continue with the defense. He was fired and is a candidate in Atlanta currently. Harbaugh is a good leader and could be an excellent choice, but this is a team built to win now and a young first time head coach will need strong leadership around him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net This year cemented the need for a new QB in Chicago. Kyle Orton is a good backup, Rex just needs a change of scenary and the Bears need someone new to run the most important position on the field. That certainly isn't the only concern this off season, but it has to be the starting point. Not sure this leads to Donovan McNabb who would not be cheap to get away from the Eagles and the Bears have to many holes to fill to create more. Not to mention there would be some others interested if the Eagles did put him on the market http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The NFL suffered a tragedy with the loss of Redskins safety Sean Taylor who was shot in his home during a suspected buglary, he was 24 years old. We extend our sympathy to Sean's family, friends and teammates http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Can you hear that swirling sound in Philadelphia? It is the sound of the Eagles money going down the drain. Defensive end Jevon Kearse is now officially being sent to the bench and will be gone after the season. The Eagles did so well for many years not breaking the bank in free agency, when they finally did it got them Jevon Kearse who has had too many injuries since then, Darren Howard who wasn't worth it and that wide receiver named... oh ya T.O. Well his talent was worth the money but I think he obviously did more harm than good even if he helped get them to the Super Bowl. They didn't do well using high picks on their ends either, Juqua Thomas will step in for the Freak http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net For the second straight week we had a game featuring absolutely no defense. Eagles QB Donovan McNabb picked the right week to have a monster game, connecting with Kevin Curtis for an NFL record of receiving yards in the first half, Curtis finish with 21 of McNabb's 381 yards. Brian Westbrook also went for over 100 yards on the ground in their 56-21 romping of the Detroit Lions who saw their 2-0 start come to a screeching halt! Give their offense some credit though as Jon Kitna threw 446 yards on the day, Mike Martz said he liked him, but all those yards didn't lead to enough points and Martz hasn't been part of a great defense in a long time http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Ok, so many say Donovan McNabb doesn't have the receivers but for today Kevin Curtis did more than ok, setting an NFL record with 205 yards in the first half on nine catches. The poor Lions were quickly out of the running to be 3-0 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Lions RB Kevin Jones may be back this Sunday against the Eagles after suffering a Lisfranc injury on his left foot last December. The Lions re looking to move to 3-0 while dropping the Eagles to 0-3. That would be some headline considering where each team was thought to be coming into the year http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The usually careful Eagles QB Donovan McNabb finally spouted off, telling HBO that black quarterbacks get more criticism than their white counterparts. That may be so Donovan, but here's a hint don't say that after you start 0-2 and have lost 6 of the last 7 games you started. You play in Philly, a town tough for anyone to play in! We'll avoid the debate as it will get plenty of airtime and just say it doesn't come at the best time http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles are off to another 0-2 start, but don't expect a quick turnaround this year. They are not looking so good. On the other side the Redskins are 2-0 after the 20-12 win on Monday night. QB Jason Campbell is steadily improving for the Redskins and Joe Gibbs has to be happy with the start. Eagles fans are, well how should we say it? A little less than happy as they have lost 6 of the last 7 games that McNabb has started. http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Eagles CB Lito Sheppard left the game with a sprained knee and will have more tests on Monday. He is likely out next week and the team is hoping it is just a mild sprain and he is back quickly http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Anyone think the Eagles will be looking for a punt returner tomorrow, that is if they weren't making calls in the 4th quarter. Wow what a way to lose and pardon us but how dumb is it to go into the season with someone who says they have no experience there. It is a tough job, not that it gets a lot of respect but is an important decision as was obvious today http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net After the Eagles released MLB Jeremiah Trotter there was rumors of retirement, but he found a surprising new home in Tampa Bay with the Bucs where he will try to help shore up the run defense in a Tampa 2 defense he doesn't seem to fit too well in. Look for more rotating of linebackers than you are used to http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles signed DE Kimo von Oelhoffen to a one year deal. The Jets had just released him in their final cuts and the long time Steeler will add some beef to the Eagles line where he will play end on run downs and can slide inside to tackle as well. Don't expect to see him too often on passing downs though http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have released Olympic skier / WR Jeremy Bloom http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net DT Corey Simon who was released earlier by the Colts has signed a one year deal with the Tennessee Titans. Simon as a standout defender a few years ago with the Eagles, but has always had weight issues. He didn't play last year. He didn't play last year and wasn't around this year either under cloudy reasons. Will have to see if he can return to be a contributor http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net So we all knew the Vikings needed help at quarterback and most guessed correctly where it would come from. Monday they traded a 6th round pick in 2009 according to ESPN to the Eagles for Kelly Holcomb. The Vikings will go with last year's second round pick Tarvaris Jackson as their starter but lacked veteran depth behind him. They also cut Drew Henson who maybe should have stayed with the Yankees... didn't work out to well coming back to football http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Jeremiah Trotter who was released this week by the Eagles worked out for the Bucs. It wouldn't appear he fits their defensive scheme but would add some bulk on early downs to stop the run http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Here is a great article by Fox Sports' John Czarnecki about how the NFL rookie are being paid way too much. "It doesn't make sense that LaRon Landry is the highest paid safety in the game," Cowboys executive Stephen Jones told me. "And that Joe Thomas (Cleveland's top pick) has a better deal than Tom Brady. For example, Chiefs running back Larry Johnson signed yesterday for less guaranteed money than what Johnson and Thomas collected, and only a moron would say those rookies deserve more than one of the NFL's best running backs... we're right there with you John, good work http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles surprised many by releasing MLB Jeremiah Trotter today. The Eagles are revamping the linebackers and Takeo Spikes will take over in the middle where Trotter has been an excellent run stuffer. Trotter will get a shot somewhere else with a team looking for a veteran leader http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have all their draft picks signed now and can focus on camp. Second round pick Kevin Kolb, the QB of the future and possible headache of the next couple years, was the last to sign on the doted line. McNabb won't be looking over his shoulder but that doesn't mean it will be quiet. Still when healthy who would replace Donovan http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Donovan is back.... no not college basketball in Florida but McNabb in Philly. Ahead of schedule in rehabbing his torn ACL from last year McNabb worked with the team in non-contact drills at the team's OTA's http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The 49ers added more depth to their defensive line signing former Eagle DT Sam Rayburn to a one year deal according to the Santa Rosa Press Democrat. The deal is for the veteran's minimum and in their 3-4 he will backup at both end and possibly nose tackle. The 49ers tried to get Rayburn years ago when they traded Terrell Owens to the Eagles. It was thought then he would be a good fit in the 3-4 defense that then head coach Dennis Erickson wanted to run http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles started the draft off very oddly and finished much the same. Trading with a division rival so they could get a rush linebacker to chase down your QB was odd. Not as odd as selecting QB Kevin Kolb with their first but... can't say anything other than wow. Day two landed them a pair of corners, a tight end and the second running back of the draft... very odd weekend in Philly. They definitely stand as the losers of the draft. Usually one of the better teams didn't do so well this year and it could cost them in the future http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net In round two the Eagles add defensive lineman, Victor Abiamiri from Notre Dame. The Eagles love adding lineman and Abiamiri is a high effort guy. He doesn't have great speed but still makes plays and is always around the ball. He will work well in the rotation that Jim Johnson runs there http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles shocked everyone taking QB Kevin Kolb with the first pick in the draft, a second round pick but still... Kolb is a look to the future. This will get an interesting response in Philly and not a good one. He won't start soon but could be a long term solution http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Cowboys got back into the first round with a trade with division rival Eagles and took DE/OLB Anthony Spencer. New head coach Wade Phillips wanted a second rush linebacker and in Anthony Spencer it's possible he got the best one in the draft. Not the highest rank but he looks great in a 3-4 defense and with Wade Phillips instructing him and Ware on the other side the defense could take a big jump. The Eagles got a 2nd, 3rd and 5th round pick in return http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles made a $3 million mistake, paying a roster bonus to RB Brian Westbrook twice according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. Westbrook intends to back back the money but hasn't done so yet as he and his agent work out the details. Even when he returns the money the Eagles may be hit with a cap charge for the error anyway. However the Eagles a re a team that always has extra cap room so at the end of the day it won't mean much http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Nebraska DE Adam Carriker will be visiting with the Eagles, Jets, Rams, Steelers and Redskins before the draft according to the Sacramento Bee. Carriker can play end or tackle on the defensive line and was a standout at the Senior Bowl where he shot up the charts http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Minnesota Vikings are visiting with free agent WR Aaron Moorehead and safety Mike Doss, according to the Star Tribune. Both played for the Colts last year. Doss will also visit with the Eagles http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Buffalo Bills and Philadelphia Eagles have completed a big trade. The Bills send LB Takeo Spikes and QB Kelly Holcomb to the Eagles in return for DT Darwin Walker and a 2008 conditional draft pick in the later rounds. This gives the Eagles the playmaking linebacker they needed and will change their draft plans in the early rounds. The Bills shore up the defensive front at the cost of another linebacker, who wasn't expected back. That increases their need to get a linebacker early http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Houston Texans have signed former Eagles LB Shawn Barber to a 3 year $7 million deal according to the Houston Chronicle. Barber will compete for a starting job but will almost certinly be in the nickel package where he excels http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Family time is over for Eagles head coach Andy Reid and he is expected back with the team shortly according to the Philadelphia Inquirer. He is expected at the owner's meeting that starts Monday and will return to work full time http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles quickly signed former Colts DT Montae Reagor to a 3 year $8.3 million contract according to ESPN. Reagor is quick and will help in the pass rush but will not help the Eagles run defense. The Eagles now have incredible depth at tackle so someone else could be on the block, either the trade or chopping block http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles are looking to boost their depth on the defensive line and will meet with former Colts DT Montae Reagor. He is a quick penetrating tackle who would be effective in the rotating group the Eagles use on their d'line. The Eagles already have a decent group but love to have a deep stocked depth chart on the line http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles have resigned RB Correll Buckhalter, who finally stayed healthy last year after what seemed like a career certain to end with all the injuries he suffered. The Eagles will likely still look for a back to compliment Brian Westbrook in the draft http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Former Rams WR Kevin Curtis was figured to be one of the first free agents to sign when free agency started, but who knew it he would linger, fire his agent and almost be forgotten before he landed. Today he signed a 6 year $32 million deal with $9.5 million guaranteed with the Philadelphia Eagles according to ESPN. He will replace Donte Stallworth who left for New England. Curtis will pair with Reggie Brown in the starting lineup and their challenge will be to see if one of them can do better than third on the team in receiving. Last year Brown was third last year with 46 behind running back Brian Westbrook's 77 and L.J. Smith's 50... not that impressive http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Oops did I sign that yet? Ryan Fowler who had agreed to an offer sheet with the Eagles according to numerous reports Sunday changed his mind Monday and signed an offer sheet with the Titans. The former Cowboys switched teams but basically keeps the same contract or so it seems. And if the Cowboys match the deal, probably unlikely, it wouldn't even matter http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles have signed former Dallas LB Ryan Fowler to a 4 year $10.5 million offer sheet according to ESPN. The Cowboys now have seven days to match the offer or lose him to the Eagles for no compensation as he was an undrafted free agent. Fowler has played mostly on special teams but the Eagles see potential in him http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Former Eagles WR Donte' Stallworth has finally cashed and with the newest spender on the block, the New England Patriots. According to ESPN the deal is worth more than $30 million for 6 years and has $12 million in guarantees. Stallworth has great deep speed but hasn't never lived up to expectations missing time last year with hamstring problems. He has the potential to be great, or close to it, and can stretch the field... but we keep coming back to one question. Why not just have signed Deion Branch last year? Ok so maybe that is part of what taught them a lesson, and they got a first round pick in return but he had a great rapport with Tom Brady already and didn't get much more than they just gave Donte'. Definitely a change of face in New England, and we have to wonder about the potential for it to backfire http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Arizona Cardinals needed to improve their secondary this off season and now add former Eagles nickel back Roderick Hood with a 5 year deal. Hood is looking to follow in the steps of Al Harris who was the Eagles previous nickel corner who went to Green Bay in free agency, started and has become one of the best in the league. Hood is similar, a tough physical corner who can be exposed deep at times, but worthy of getting a chance to start. With the earlier addition of Terrence Holt the Cardinals have improved themselves. If they can get Antrel Rolle to play up to expectations along with Adrian Wilson at safety they will be in good shape http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles have added some speed at wide receiver signing Bethel Johnson to a one year deal. Johnson was a 2nd round draft pick of the Eagles in 2003 and was traded to the Saints last year but couldn't make the roster. He was picked up by the Vikings mid-season. Some see this as a sign the Eagles expect to lose Donte Stallworth, we'd ask why? Johnson will be lucky to make the roster, he has excellent speed but hasn't put it to use on the field http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The New England Patriots may not be done adding receivers, according to Adam Schefter of the NFL Network the team will meet with Donte Stallworth Tuesday and as we reported earlier he may be willing to take a one year deal with the Patriots to re-establish himself. H is also scheduled to visit with Tennessee on Wednesday http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Falcons will bring in Eagles CB Williams James, or the player formerly known as William Peterson with the Giants for a visit Wednesday according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. James is a big physical corner that Bobby Petrino will like. Also the Falcons hosted Floyd Womack over the weekend. The Seattle guard/tackle certainly has the size Petrino wants to add, but he left without a contract http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net According to the Philadelphia Inquirer Eagles WR Donte Stallworth is the NFL's substance abuse program which may be another reason he has been quiet so far in free agency. This means he would be subject to a suspension the next time around and that will make teams even more wary of laying out the big bucks for him. He certainly wants the big payday but this and his hamstring problems from last year may equal a one year contract somewhere and if so it may be most likely with the Eagles http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net It didn't take the Bucs long to get over Jake Plummer, agreeing to terms with former Eagles QB Jeff Garcia Saturday morning. He will compete with Chris Simms for the starting job http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net According to Matt Maiocco of the Santa Rosa Press Democrat the 49ers have signed former Eagles safety Michael Lewis to a contract. Lewis lost his starting job last season and is a bit of a liability in coverage. He is better around the line of scrimmage and is a big hitter which is something the 49ers lacked last year before Keith Lewis became a starter. The 49ers hope he regains his Pro Bowl form. They clearly wanted to focus on the secondary to start the off season, now they need to get some help rushing the passer http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Now that the Jake Plummer deal is dead the Bucs are looking to Jeff Garcia who is in Oakland today. The Bucs will push hard but look for the Raiders to lock him up where he would work with Greg Knapp who also coached him when they were both with the 49ers http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles have resigned reserve defensive end Juqua Thomas to a 5 year deal. Jim Johnson loves to rotate his lineman and Thomas who has a very quick first step is very good at producing pressure on the pocket http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Cardinals OT Leonard Davis talking with 3 NFC East teams according to ESPN http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Tomorrow morning isn't Christmas but may seem like it in some NFL cities as free agency begins . There will be some quick signing and the sticker price will shock and awe http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Philadelphia Eagles have resign safety Quintin Mikell, a solid backup and special teams player http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net According to the Trenton Times WR Donte Stallworth wants a 6 year $40 million contract with $18 million guaranteed. This coming from a guy that only caught 38 balls last year and has crossed 50 only twice in his 5 year career. His best year was 2005 when he caught 70 balls for 945 yards. Yes that's right he has never gained 1,000 yards receiving either... and he wants $18 million to sign? No surprise his agent is Drew Rosenhaus. He might get close but the team who does will be making a horrible mistake http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net The Eagles have extended the contract of QB A.J. Feeley. This will leave Jeff Garcia looking for a new home and have Feely as the #2 QB http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net A couple of players to watch in free agency for the San Francisco 49ers are two Philadelphia Eagles reserves, CB Roderick Hood and DE Juqua Thomas. Hood has decent size at 5'11 and 196 lbs., and was the team's nickel back but could become a starter much like Al Harris did when he left the Eagles as their nickel back to become the best player in the Packers secondary. Hood would add depth at corner and would compete for a starting spot and eventually replace Walt Harris who played well last year but will turn 33 before the start of the season. Nate Clements will be targeted as well, but Hood could be the second option if Clements price goes too high. Thomas is an undersized end at 250 lbs. and would be moved to outside linebacker where he could rush the passer. He doesn't hold up to the run well at end but a move to linebacker would help him there as well. He has a good motor and can chase plays down from the back side as well http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net One person the Eagles will be taking a close look at next week at the combine is RB Brian Leonard from Rutgers. Listed as a fullback Leonard is versitile enough to play either spot. He is a perfect fit for the West Coast offense as he can run, catch and block. He would be a great compliment to Brian Westbrook and cetainly will be a target on draft day http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Let the rumors fly... Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid is taking a leave of absence according to a statement released by the team. 'Philadelphia Eagles President Joe Banner today announced that Andy Reid will take a leave of absence from his duties as head coach/executive vice president of football operations in order to attend to personal matters involving his family. The leave of absence will last until approximately mid-March 2007. At that point, Reid will return to his regular duties with the Eagles'. This will certainly spark even more speculation he won't return. He leaves the team during draft preparation and will miss the start of free agency as well. Don't expect this to be a quiet month http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Despite some rumors that Philadelphia Eagles head coach Andy Reid may resign due to his family issues, we have it from good sources that the Cincinnati Bengals will not trade for him. There was speculation they would offer CB Johnathan Joseph, their first round pick and a felon to be named later for Andy Reid. But again we have confirmed they will not make the trade offer http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Lucky Andy Reid. The Eagles head coach can't seem to get rid of that headache. Coaching is a stressful job, but now even the off season is getting worse. Garrett Reid, Andy's son, tested positive for heroin after an accident last week, and he will be charged soon. His other son was arraigned on drug and weapons charges. Seems someone needs a Time Out, sorry couldn't pass that up. Andy Reid has shown himself to be a smart and classy coach... appears it doesn't run in the family. Lucky for Reid he doesn't have to do any press conferences in the near future http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Ok NFL rumors are just that, but there is one floating out there about the Lions trading the second pick in the draft for Eagles QB Donovan McNabb. We wonder what that rumor was floating on exactly? McNabb said he is fine with the team and what do you expect him to say, but regardless of his feelings or the team's really he isn't going anywhere. Jeff Garcia had a great run to finish the year and McNabb has had some injury problems in the past few years but he is not going to be traded. Mark that one down and move on http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15 PFInsider.net Britt Reid the 21 year old son of Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid was charged Tuesday with drug and weapon offenses stemming from an incident in which he is accused of pointing a gun at another motorist according to an AP report. We'd list all the offenses except for the fear of carpal tunnel syndrome. The drug charges included cocaine, Oxycodone and marijuana. One report said the teen was a "white teen acting like a gangster" - don't you love that. Reid was known for great team chemistry and discipline - prior to the player known as T.O. Actually there were some signs of trouble before with Hugh Douglas and Jeremiah Trotter leaving years ago before their returns... but now it has extended to the family. The NFL has a growing list of incidents in past years and new commissioner Roger Goodell wants player to be more accountable, apparently that doesn't start and end in Cincinnati http://www.pfinsider.net/team.php?tid=15