Eagles’ Evan Mathis to miss OTAs after ankle surgery
Yesterday it appeared that the Philadelphia Eagles would potentially be parting ways with former first-overall pick Danny Watkins. Now,
it appears Watkins may have a new opportunity following injury news on another
Eagles lineman.
Eagles guard Evan Mathis will miss the team’s upcoming OTAs
and possibly all of the summer minicamps after undergoing a minor surgical
procedure on...
Evan Mathis undergoes ankle procedure; Will his recovery period buy Danny Watkins more time on the Eagles?
It’s no secret that the Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive line was decimated by injuries in the 2012 season. Could those woes be spreading into the 2013 season already?
Not so fast. Guard Evan Mathis confirmed that he has undergone an ankle “cleanout” (I believe that is the technical term) that will keep him out of spring workouts. However, he expects to be ready to go in time...
Eagles’ Danny Watkins headed to the CFL?
After the Eagles selected offensive lineman Danny Watkins in the first round of the 2011 NFL draft, it looks like there’s a chance he could end up in the CFL with the BC Lions.
2012 first rounder OL Kirby Fabien could arrive this season, while somewhere well down the road, current Philadelphia Eagles OL Danny Watkins could also wind up with the Leos.
Watkins will have to fight...
Eagles Former Top Pick OG Danny Watkins In Danger Of Being Released?
When the Eagles burned their first-round pick on Danny Watkins two Aprils ago, he was projected to slide in at right guard and stick there deep into the future.
After making 12 uneven starts as a rookie in 2011, Watkins was eventually benched last season and now looms as a potential cut, according to Vaughn Johnson of Philly.com.
With first-round pick Lane Johnson likely to...
Eagles G Danny Watkins Could Be On The Chopping Block
Vaughn Johnson of Philadelphia Inquirer writes that Eagles G Danny Watkins could end up being released at some point in the coming months now that their offensive line offers a good amount of depth.
The Eagles drafted Oklahoma OT Lane Johnson at No. 4 overall, which basically guarantees him a starting job this season. Johnson expects Jason Peters to return and reclaim the starting...
Pro Football is not pretty---ask Danny Watkins...
If there were any doubt among us, NFL football is far from a glamorous sport...
It is about a small window of opportunity... and that window is framed by heavy lifting, a lot of running up hills with weights attached, severe diet control, and incredible confrontation with heat and physical abuse... and that's just the entry point of qualification for training camp.
And...
Eagles Players Could Sink Or Swim In These Three Off Season Practices
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NewsI hope Nate Allen, Danny Watkins, Trent Cole, Brent Celek, Phillip Hunt, Michael Vick, Nick Foles and just about every player on the Birds roster realizes how important the three practices the Birds are having this week. They’re a big deal to Eagles head coach Chip Kelly and possibly a big deal to the future [...](Read more...)
One month ‘til the draft: Who’s the best pick for the Philadelphia Eagles?
As March draws to a close, football’s focus turns increasingly to the upcoming 2013 NFL draft, which is exactly one month away. The Philadelphia Eagles will get the spotlight early, selecting fourth due to their abysmal 4-12 2012 season. With the stakes so high, Philadelphia cannot afford to miss with their draft choice. This year’s draft will be different from that of 2012,...
Eagles could conduct a defensive overhaul
According to ProFootballWeekly.com, there’s a chance the Philadelphia Eagles could cut some big name players on their defense. It will depend on what kind of defense they’re going to run in 2013.
We hear there have been no major personnel decisions made by the Eagles’ brain trust yet. They are waiting to see what system the next head coach will run and how the current players...
Eagles Inactives For Week 17 Vs Giants
The Philadelphia Eagles have declared RB Chris Polk, OG Danny Watkins, TE Evan Moore, DL Fletcher Cox, WR Greg Salas, OT Matt Kopa, LB Mychal Kendricks inactive for Week 17.
Source: KFFL.com
Should Howie Roseman be Fired? Angry at Jeff Lurie? Calm Down!
What is with everyone that thinks Howie Roseman should be fired and Jeff Lurie is disrespecting the fans by not addressing the media?
For weeks now, everywhere I turn I hear about how the Philadelphia Eagles should fire Roseman along with Andy Reid and everyone else at season's end. I also hear a lot of people seemingly angry at Lurie for remaining quiet while the team is crumbling...
What is With the Howie Roseman Hate and Anger at Jeff Lurie?
For weeks now, everywhere I turn I hear about how the Philadelphia Eagles should fire Howie Roseman along with Andy Reid and everyone else at season’s end. I also hear a lot of people seemingly angry at Jeff Lurie for not coming out and addressing the media about the state of the franchise (or firing Reid before the end of the year).
Just this morning, these two subjects were...
Eagles Preparing To Start Evan Mathis At Center
With Dallas Reynolds still out with a sprained ankle, it looks like Evan Mathis will start at center for the Eagles. That's notable because the Eagles also have Matt Tennant on the roster, who is already a center but the team decided to shake up the entire line, moving Mathis inside and placing Danny Watkins at guard.
"Trying to get the five best guys," offensive...
Eagles’ day-after press conference provides more same, injury news
We found out Nick Foles will be the quarterback at least one more week.
DeSean Jackson could miss the rest of the season.
Jason Avant is better physically than Jackson, but still might be ready this week.
Danny Watkins was not even mentioned and the over and under on a drinking game called “I’ve got to do a beter job” hit the under.
Andy Reid said the same thing, but used different...
Eagles @ Redskins TV, Radio, Livestream, Injuries, Betting odds
WHO: Philadelphia Eagles [3-6] at Washington Redskins [3-6]
WHAT: Week 11 of the 2012 NFL season
WHEN: Sunday, 18 November 2012 at 1 PM
WHERE: FedEx Field in Landover, Maryland
WHY: It's football and football is good.
WATCH: FOX TV or Livestream on NFL Sunday Ticket
LISTEN:
SPREAD: Washington -1.5
OVER/UNDER: 46
PHI
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Eagles OG Danny Watkins Questionable, Jake Scott Could Be Plugged In
Offensive lineman Jake Scott was signed by the Eagles on Monday. He could see action less than a week later.
Danny Watkins (ankle) practiced all week but is officially questionable for Sundays game in Washington.
Well, what you end up getting with the [high-ankle sprain], you get tweaks in there and it hinders your lateral mobility, said Andy Reid. I was proud of him...
Philadelphia Eagles vs Washington Redskins: 5 Things to Watch For
Philadelphia Eagles fans may need something extra to watch for during the final seven games beside the actual outcome. The Eagles have been insanely good at finding new ways to lose games. This is frustrating for a loyal fan base of a team riding a five game losing streak. The Eagles playoff hopes have all but been flushed down the tube. Their only real hope is a miracle seven...
Eagles' Injury Update
With the Philadelphia Eagles facing off against the Washington Redskins this weekend, there are a couple of injury updates that will be keys to the game.
Andy Reid told the media that WR Jason Avant will be ruled out for Sunday's game. He also noted that WR Jeremy Maclin is making progress. OL Danny Watkins will also practice today and most likely will be starting at RG on Sunday...
Philadelphia Eagles sign veteran Jake Scott to bolster offensive line
The Philadelphia Eagles hope that veteran offensive lineman Jake Scott can add some much needed help to their offensive line, signing him to a one-year contract on Monday. The team hopes that Scott’s experience with Howard Mudd for four seasons with the Indianapolis Colts from 2004-07 will help him adjust to the Birds’ line quickly. The 6-5, 292 lineman most recently played...
Eagles G Watkins among the inactives
Philadelphia Eagles right guard Danny Watkins is inactive for the third straight game with an injured ankle. Dennis Kelly will start in his place.
Eagles defensive end Phillip Hunt is inactive for the first time this season and will not play Sunday vs. the Dallas Cowboys.
Cowboys cornerback Mike Jenkins is out after injuring his back at practice last week. Running back DeMarco...
Eagles OG Danny Watkins Among Inactives, FS Nate Allen Active
The Eagles will be officially be without Danny Watkins for the 2nd straight week.
Watkins is inactive today against the Dallas Cowboys, meaning rookie Dennis Kelly will get his 2nd start of the season. It also means the Eagles will have only four of the five projected offensive line starters.
In addition to Watkins, Trent Edwards, Mardy Gilyard, Nate Menkin, Chris Polk, Vinny...
Eagles Injury Report: LaSean McCoy, Danny Watkins, Nate Allen
Philadelphia Eagles running back LaSean McCoy has been
dealing with an illness that has kept him from practicing the past two days,
but he still expects to play against the Dallas Cowboys this weekend, reports
Mike Florio of ProFootballTalk.com.
McCoy missed practice again
on Thursday. A source with knowledge of the situation has confirmed the
various reports that McCoy will...
Eagles FS Nate Allen Among Inactives, DT Mike Patterson Active For Week 9
The following players are inactive for the Eagles Monday night matchup against the Saints: Trent Edwards, Mardy Gilyard, Darryl Tapp, Danny Watkins, Nate Menkin, Vinny Curry and Nate Allen.
Allen was questionable and didnt practice on Friday or Saturday because of a hamstring injury. Taking his place will be David Sims, who has never played a defensive snap in the NFL. The...
Eagles Injury Report: Mike Patterson, Danny Watkins, Nate Allen
The Philadelphia Eagles will be without several players
during tonight’s pivotal matchup against the New Orleans Saints, including
offensive lineman Danny Watkins (ankle) and punt returner Mardy Gilyard
(hamstring), but the team will have defensive lineman Mike Patterson back,
reports Jordan Raanan of NJ.com.
Patterson was activated Saturday and will suit up for the
Eagles...
Eagles Briefs: DT Mike Patterson activated to roster
Defensive tackle Mike Patterson is back on the 53-man roster of the Philadelphia Eagles. The move to activate him was made on Saturday.
Patterson has shown that he had made a full recovery following his brain surgery for AVM, a condition that caused him to collapse in seizures at training camp in the summer of 2011. To make room for Patterson, the Eagles released linebacker Jason...
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