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(Message started by: StegRock on Sep 11^th, 2009, 2:54pm)

Title: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 11^th, 2009, 2:54pm

Team keeping Vick in the loop,... and one [smiley=injury.gif] player to miss Week 1 action as somewhat anticipated... From "The REAL Feed":

Philadelphia Eagles' Shawn Andrews will miss opener; Michael Vick traveling (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4465407&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (11.09.2009 13:22)
Philadelphia Eagles right tackle Shawn Andrews will miss the season opener against the Carolina Panthers because of a sore back. Michael Vick will travel with the team to Carolina to get a taste of what's the team's road routine is all about.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 13^th, 2009, 5:32pm

Currently atop "The REAL Feed"... McNabb breaks rib:

McNabb fractures rib in season opener (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4253769)
The Sports Network: NFL (13.09.2009 17:06)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 14^th, 2009, 9:36pm

With McNabb injured, [smiley=injury.gif] Vick suspended for another week, [smiley=wavinbye.gif] and Kolb sucking, :P Eagles bring back Garcia... [smiley=wiseman.gif] according to "The REAL Feed":

Seeking insurance at QB, Eagles bring back veteran Garcia (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8129ff95&template=without-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (14.09.2009 20:28)
Jeff Garcia is back with the Philadelphia Eagles. Eagles coach Andy Reid on Monday confirmed the team has signed Garcia, a 10-year veteran who played for Philadelphia in 2006 and went 6-2 in eight starts -- including the playoffs -- while Donovan McNabb was injured.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 15^th, 2009, 7:06pm

Updates... [smiley=key.gif] O-lineman Andrews out for the season [smiley=injury.gif] while Vick is out for another week, but activated,... [smiley=wave.gif] thus sending Baskett packing... [smiley=wavinbye.gif] From "The REAL Feed":

Eagles place starting tackle Shawn Andrews on injured reserve (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812a525a&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (15.09.2009 13:25)
The Philadelphia Eagles placed right tackle Shawn Andrews on injured reserve Tuesday, endingthe two-time Pro Bowl lineman's season.

Eagles activate Vick to 53-man roster; release Baskett (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812a6b85&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (15.09.2009 16:33)
The Philadelphia Eagles elevated quarterback Michael Vick to the team's53-man active roster on Tuesday.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 17^th, 2009, 11:20pm

McNabb could play this week... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles still not ruling out injured QB McNabb vs. Saints (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812b2b9e&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (17.09.2009 19:07)
The Philadelphia Eagles aren't giving up hope of having quarterback Donovan McNabb on the field for Sunday's home opener against the New Orleans Saints.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 18^th, 2009, 5:06pm

McNabb's chances of playing this week "officially" in "doubt"... according to "The REAL Feed":

Broken rib leaves Eagles QB McNabb doubtful to play vs. Saints (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812b6c0a&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (18.09.2009 15:08)
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Dononvan McNabb is doubtful for Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints because of a cracked rib.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 20^th, 2009, 12:24pm

McNabb officially out... according to what's currently atop "The REAL Feed":

Eagles QB McNabb inactive with rib injury (http://www.fresnobee.com/585/story/1644611.html)
Fresno Bee: Football (20.09.2009 11:55)
Donovan McNabb will not play against the New Orleans Saints because of a fractured rib and Kevin Kolb will get his first career NFL start.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 21^st, 2009, 6:32pm

Kolb to get the nod again [smiley=helmethead.gif] if McNabb remains out,... but to perhaps be without some key offensive weapons... [smiley=injury.gif] according to "The REAL Feed":

Kolb will make second consecutive start if McNabb can't return (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812ce90f&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (21.09.2009 13:32)
Kevin Kolb will make his second straight start for thePhiladelphia Eagles if Donovan McNabb can't play against the Kansas City Chiefson Sunday.

Eagles WR Jackson, others suffer injuries (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4255455)
The Sports Network: NFL (21.09.2009 15:57)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 25^th, 2009, 3:48pm

Here's how things stand with ailing and dog-"loving" Eagles headed into Week 3... From "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' McNabb doubtful, Westbrook questionable vs. Chiefs (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4256260)
The Sports Network: NFL (25.09.2009 15:06)

Eagles likely to have three active QBs vs. Chiefs with McNabb ailing (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d812e7056&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (25.09.2009 15:33)
Donovan McNabb is doubtful to play Sunday when the Philadelphia Eagles host the Kansas City Chiefs because of a broken rib. Kevin Kolb will make his second consecutive start at quarterback if McNabb can't go, but no matter who's under center, Michael Vick will play in his first NFL regular-season...

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Sep 27^th, 2009, 12:29pm

McNabb and WESTBROOK OUT... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' McNabb, Westbrook inactive vs. Chiefs (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4256738)
The Sports Network: NFL (27.09.2009 11:57)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 5^th, 2009, 11:01pm

McNabb back... according to "The REAL Feed":

McNabb returns to practice, expected to start vs. Bucs (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8132fe4f&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (05.10.2009 20:58)
Philadelphia quarterback Donovan McNabb returned to practice Monday and is expected to start Sunday when the Eagles host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. McNabb has been out since breaking his rib in the season opener. He missed two games before the Eagles had their bye this past weekend.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 9^th, 2009, 10:48pm

It looks like, along with McNabb, Westbrook too will be back this week... From "The REAL Feed":

Westbrook likely in Eagles' backfield Sunday (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4259150)
The Sports Network: NFL (09.10.2009 19:05)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 18^th, 2009, 7:01pm

I understand that they want to get him in on the wildcat formation (which really hasn't been successful at all in Philly), but it seems like they are sticking with a plan that is contrary to subsequently received evidence, namely Kolb's quality play... What's up with this? From "The REAL Feed":

Eagles make Vick their No. 2 QB vs. Raiders, push Kolb to No. 3 (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8137e720&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (18.10.2009 16:46)
Michael Vick is the Philadelphia Eagles' backup quarterback for the first time this season, with Kevin Kolb in the third quarterback role.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 20^th, 2009, 7:20pm

Lookin' to bolster their D... From "The REAL Feed":

Eagles trade WR Gibson, draft pick to Rams for LB Witherspoon (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4261180)
The Sports Network: NFL (20.10.2009 17:40)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 27^th, 2009, 12:08am

Westbrook left tonight's game concussed... [smiley=stars.gif] according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles RB Westbrook suffers concussion (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4262293)
The Sports Network: NFL (26.10.2009 20:40)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 28^th, 2009, 10:43pm

Westbrook to be a gametime decision... From "The REAL Feed":

Game-time decision: Eagles being cautious with RB Westbrook (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d813c658b&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (28.10.2009 20:12)
Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook will be a game-time decision Sundayagainst the New York Giants after he suffered a concussion earlier this week.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 29^th, 2009, 11:29pm

Westbrook not practicing in any event... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles RB Westbrook misses practice again (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4262952)
The Sports Network: NFL (29.10.2009 17:30)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by DirkDiggler on Oct 30^th, 2009, 2:54pm

on 10/29/09 at 23:29:02, StegRock wrote:

As an Eagles fan, I can not believe they would risk Westbrooks health. He was KNOCKED OUT....

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Oct 30^th, 2009, 4:49pm

Well, DD, he is officially listed at questionable... according to "The REAL Feed":

Philadelphia Eagles' Brian Westbrook questionable with concussion (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4609539&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (30.10.2009 14:03)
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook is questionable for Sunday's key NFC East game against the Giants, while Philadelphia wide receiver Kevin Curtis and two others are out.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 1^st, 2009, 11:43am

Well, it looks like you are going to get your wishes, DD... From "The REAL Feed":

Source: Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook likely out vs. New York Giants (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4613541&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (01.11.2009 07:50)
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook was not expected to play Sunday because of a concussion he suffered last week, a team source told ESPN Insider Adam Schefter.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 4^th, 2009, 10:39pm

Westbrook returns to practice, to return to the game field... according to "The REAL Feed":

Westbrook back at Eagles practice; expected to play vs. Cowboys (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4264306)
The Sports Network: NFL (04.11.2009 17:14)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 7^th, 2009, 2:49am

Westbrook 50-50 this week... according to "The REAL Feed":

Westbrook officially questionable for Eagles' game against Cowboys (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4264725)
The Sports Network: NFL (06.11.2009 18:06)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 8^th, 2009, 12:37pm

Westbrook likely OUT... From "The REAL Feed":

Sources: Philadelphia Eagles' Brian Westbrook likely out vs. Dallas Cowboys (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4634818&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (08.11.2009 09:55)
In an NFC East divisional showdown between Philadelphia and Dallas, Eagles running back Brian Westbrook is not expected to play, according to two league sources.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 9^th, 2009, 5:31pm

Vick not to return to Philly in 2010... The speculation is already rolling off "The REAL Feed":

Vick: Playing in Philly next year would be 'an everyday struggle (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8140b714&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (09.11.2009 12:19)
Tony Dungy says Michael Vick could potentially wind up inBuffalo, which he says previously discussed signing the quarterback.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 12^th, 2009, 7:54pm

Westbrook back practicing... again... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' Westbrook returns to practice (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4265988)
The Sports Network: NFL (12.11.2009 19:14)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 13^th, 2009, 9:53pm

And, he's officially "probably" going to play this week... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles T Peters questionable, RB Westbrook probable (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4266211)
The Sports Network: NFL (13.11.2009 18:57)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 15^th, 2009, 7:41pm

Westbrook concussed again... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles RB Westbrook suffers another concussion (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4266907)
The Sports Network: NFL (15.11.2009 19:14)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 18^th, 2009, 11:05pm

Westbrook down,... but not quite out yet... according to what's currently atop "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' Westbrook receives encouraging report from doctors (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4267625)
The Sports Network: NFL (18.11.2009 21:48)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 21^st, 2009, 2:01pm

Westbrook done until toward the very end of the season... From "The REAL Feed":

Brian Westbrook of Philadelphia Eagles to miss two to three games (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4676868&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (21.11.2009 08:03)
Brian Westbrook is expected to miss at least two to three games as he recovers from his second concussion in 20 days, Eagles coach Andy Reid said Friday.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Nov 30^th, 2009, 8:10pm

Jackson could miss a week concussed... according to "The REAL Feed":

Jackson's status remains uncertain for Eagles after concussion (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8149cd8f&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (30.11.2009 14:16)
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson's status is uncertain afterhe sustained a concussion in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Washington Redskins.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 1^st, 2009, 9:39pm

Celek to stay put... From "The REAL Feed":

Sources: Brent Celek, Philadelphia Eagles agree on six-year contract extension (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4703149&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (01.12.2009 09:46)
The Eagles have reached an agreement in principle with tight end Brent Celek, league sources told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter on Tuesday.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 3^rd, 2009, 12:16am

Updates on Jackson and Westbrook... from "The REAL Feed":

Reid: Jackson making progress; Westbrook to sit again (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4271174)
The Sports Network: NFL (02.12.2009 14:31)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 4^th, 2009, 9:57pm

Jackson OUT this Sunday... From "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' Jackson out with concussion vs. Falcons (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/football/nfl/12/04/eagles.jackson.ap/index.html?xid=si_nfl)
SI.com: NFL (04.12.2009 16:56)
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Wide receiver DeSean Jackson is one of four Philadelphia Eagles ruled out for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 7^th, 2009, 10:56pm

Jackson to return this week... according to "The REAL Feed":

Philadelphia Eagles WR DeSean Jackson says he'll play vs. New York Giants (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4723451&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (07.12.2009 20:30)
Philadelphia Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson will play Sunday against the New York Giants despite suffering a concussion two weeks ago, he told ESPN 950 in Philadelphia on Monday.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 9^th, 2009, 12:29pm

The future... From "The REAL Feed":

Westbrook [smiley=stars.gif] concerned about his... [smiley=injury.gif]

Recovering Brian Westbrook worried about future (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4727140&campaign=rss&source=NFLHeadlines)
ESPN: NFL (09.12.2009 08:50)
After suffering two concussions in a three-week span, Eagles running back Brian Westbrook said he's worried about his future in the NFL.

Reid [smiley=deal.gif] not concerned about his... [smiley=greedy.gif]

Eagles keep Reid in the nest through 2013 (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d814d54f1&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (09.12.2009 11:42)
Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid will be with the team through 2013 after signing a three-year contact extension.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 9^th, 2009, 11:05pm

Notwithstanding the above, Westbrook back practicing... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' Westbrook to practice for first time since concussions (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d814d6072&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (09.12.2009 13:46)
Brian Westbrook is returning to practice with the Philadelphia Eagles for the first time since sustaining two concussions in a three-week span.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 11^th, 2009, 10:47pm

Birds, minus Westbrook, [smiley=stars.gif] getting healthy... according to what's currently atop "The REAL Feed":

Eagles healing just in time, although Westbrook will sit vs. Giants (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d814e422f&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (11.12.2009 19:26)
As the Eagles enter the final quarter of their season, they couldn't be in better shape in more ways than one. A win over the NFC East rival New York Giants on Sunday night would all but secure a playoff spot, and perhaps just as important, the team is getting healthier.

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 19^th, 2009, 3:21am

Westbrook, Maclin OUT... according to "The REAL Feed":

Eagles' Maclin, Westbrook ruled out for Sunday (http://www.sportsnetwork.com/merge/tsnform.aspx?c=sportsnetwork&page=nfl/news/news.aspx?id=4274404)
The Sports Network: NFL (18.12.2009 18:47)

Title: Re: Eagles In-season Report
Post by StegRock on Dec 26^th, 2009, 2:37am

Westbrook looks to be returning... From "The REAL Feed":

After full week of practice, Westbrook ready to return for Eagles (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d8153e090&template=with-video-with-comments&confirm=true)
NFL.com (25.12.2009 15:13)
Eagles running back Brian Westbrook has completed a full week of practice and is expected play against Denver on Sunday after missing five weeks with a concussion.