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Bryan Smith – Defensive End – Eagles 2008 Draft Pick

A defensive end in college, at 230 lbs chances are that the Eagles will Bryan Smith on special teams and possibly in the linebacker rotation as OLB. Known for his great handwork and quick bursts, he may fit well into some of Jim Johnson’s blitz schemes. I could see him being used [...]

Quintin Demps – Safety – Eagles 2008 4th Round Draft Pick

With the 117th pick in the 2008 NFL Draft, the Eagles picked free safety Quintin Demps from UTEP.
Demps is a playmaker on defense, and this year the Eagles are obviously looking to stock up on such players. Quintin Demps had 17 interceptions during his college career, which was the most among active players [...]

Eagles Slap Franchise Tag on LJ Smith

The Eagles have put the franchise tag on LJ Smith. Honestly, this disappoints me. It’s not that LJ Smith doesn’t have sparks of greatness. It’s just that he’s never, ever been consistent. Never. Not even during their Super Bowl run.
As the NFL Guru puts it, Smith is prone to injury [...]

McNabb trade rumors

We all read the Don McKee article in Sunday’s Inquirer – A McNabb trade (In theory) – and it looks like the national media have all gotten around to reading it as well. You didn’t read the article?
McKee commented on a theory that the Eagles would consider trading Donovan McNabb to Chicago for disgruntled [...]

Mini-camp musings

Around the Papers

Earth to McNabb: You’re not QB for life – MSNBC.com – Michael Ventre
Tight End in Tight Spot – Inquirer – Bob Brookover

Spikes, Trotter, Join Gocong on first team – Morning Call – Larry O’Rourke
Trotter, focused, hungry, not feeling threatened – Daily News – Les Bowen
I hope he’s not too hungry, he’s supposed to [...]

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