Yardbarker: Donovan McNabb

The Linc - McNabb's new nasty streak

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 12:00:23 -0500

by Matt Slocum - AP View full size photo » A 'nasty' streak from McNabb? | Philly | 11/29/2009The word "nasty" and Donovan McNabb have pretty much never been used in the same sentence since the Eagles' signal-caller arrived on the scene here in 1999. Bob Ford: Maclin, McCoy deliver | Philadelphia Inquirer | 11/29/2009The biggest cliché in the NFL - a league that dearly likes its clichés - is th...

What they're saying - Eagles beat Redskins

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 07:00:44 -0500

by Matt Slocum - AP about 14 hours ago: Philadelphia Eagles' Jeremy Maclin, center, pulls in a pass as Washington Redskins' Carlos Rogers defends in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2009, in Philadelphia. Philadelphia won 27-24. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) View full size photo » Andy Reid on the back to back comeback wins I'm proud of the guys for battling through. When you pl...

McNabb Not So Bad Late, Eh? And Shocking Onside Kick Related Item

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 04:28:00 -0500

Donovan McNabb is likely the most criticized man in Philadelphia over the past decade, so when he's playing well, he should be credited with doing so. After the "he can't win the big games" criticism and maybe a close third...

McNabb Rallies Eagles To 27-24 Win Over Redskins, Lose Jackson

Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:56:01 -0500

While Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning is the undisputed king of comebacks, Philadelphia Eagles QB Donovan McNabb isn’t too shabby, either. Sunday’s game between the Eagles and Washington Redskins at Lincoln Financial Field would find McNabb performing the familiar; he would lead a drive which led to a 24-all score and kicker David Akers would [...]

Eagles Win on Second Straight McNabb-led Comeback

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 16:46:00 -0500

Isn't it time to stop questioning McNabb in the clutch?For all the talk of Donovan McNabb not being able to come up in the clutch, he's got two fourth-quarter comebacks to add to his resume' in the past two weeks.Both of the go-ahead/tying drives ended with runs, but McNabb was a keystone of the drives in both games. In the Redskins game today, he was able to make a beautiful throw to Jeremy Maclin along the sidelines in a place that only he could get it and set up the game-winnin...

Eagles Come From Behind Again, Improve to 7-4

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 16:40:40 -0500

For the second consecutive week, Donovan McNabb and the Eagles came from behind in the fourth quarter to win a close game, this time defeating a division rival 27-24. After a fast start, the offense slowed and allowed the Redskins to get back into the lead and take a seemingly commanding eight point lead. They might be starting to like this winning thing though, as their critical final drives went 90 yards for a touchdown and two-point conversion, and 66 yards to set up the game icing field g...

Eagles survive, sneak past Redskins

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 16:06:00 -0500

(AP Photo/Michael Perez)Another week, another comeback for Donovan McNabb and the Eagles. After what seemed like years between comeback wins for the Eagles, the Birds pulled out their second in a row in the fourth quarter as they edged the Redskins, 27-24.As always, the Eagles kept this one interesting from the start. Andy Reid, probably thinking he was pretty clever, had the Birds try an onside kick on the opening kickoff, a move that basically gave the Redskins a free 7 points after it fail...

Big Game, Little Opponent: Skins in Town

Sun, 29 Nov 2009 12:53:44 -0500

The last time these two teams met, the Eagles sort of cruised to a 27-17 victory despite not having Donovan McNabb's best performance. At the time, we made the case that the game wasn't even really that close. They jumped out to a 17-0 lead and led 27-10 at halftime against a team that averages just 14.6 points per game. In fact the Redskins have eclipsed 17 points just once all season, so it's reasonable to expect if the Birds can just score at least that many, they will win aga...

The Linc - McNabb's a dad again

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:00:15 -0500

More photos » by Pablo Martinez Monsivais - AP Browse more photos » Some Things I'm Thankful For - YardbarkerDonovan McNabb and his wife Raquel welcomed their 4th child into the world last Friday night. Interesting Debate: Is it the O-Line or Campbell? - Hogs HavenA more detailed discussion about if Campbell or the Oline is to blame. What's disconcerting is the Redskins NFC East foes have the 3 best defens...

Donny's Big Week...

Sat, 28 Nov 2009 11:42:10 -0500

Sometimes around the holidays, things can feel hectic, rushed, and not as relaxing as designed. For Donovan McNabb, Turkey Week had to be about as crazy as it gets. First, his wife had their fourth child last Friday. Then he went home to Chicago to beat the Bears on national television. Then he turned 33. With all that going on, 5 is currently trying to keep perspective and focus on a tough matchup with one of the league's stingier defenses—a divisional foe in a game with playoff implica...

Donovan McNabb Still at the Top of His Game

Fri, 27 Nov 2009 13:47:00 -0500

Outside of 2004, McNabb is having his best season.I am not quite sure how I did it (and I don't think that I am the only one) but I have managed to overlook the great statistical season that McNabb is currently putting together.The ups and downs of the season, the team's short yardage woes, the never-ending injuries, and the chatter about the need to usher in the Kolb era have all hidden the fact that McNabb (in a non-T.O. season) may be having his best season.To the 2009 stats we go:...

Wish a Happy Birthday to Donovan McNabb!

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 13:14:21 -0500

Although not every Eagle player’s birthday will be individually announced and celebrated (sorry, fellas), it seemed appropriate to let it be known that Donovan McNabb–the team’s starting Quarterback–turns 33 years old today. The veteran player (pictured) has led the Birds quite effectively this season, and because of his success, as well as the fact that he has taken in criticism almost every year but still leads the franchise in many historical categor...

Eagles edge Bears with rare 4th quarter comeback

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 23:40:00 -0500

(AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)The Eagles always have to make it interesting, don't they? After looking like they were going to cruise past the Bears after they took a 10-0 lead in the first quarter, the Eagles offense fell asleep for two quarters and allowed Chicago to get back into it. Luckily, Donovan McNabb and Co. woke up just in time and led the Birds to a 24-20 win over the Bears.McNabb played spectacular in stretches, methodically marching the Eagles down the field on four separat...

The McNabb-O-Meter's Inglorious Return

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:22:58 -0500

We've wound up in a familiar place in this football season, roughly halfway with an apparently middle-of-the-road team and all sorts of obvious problems, yet somehow poised to make another miraculous run. Most people are not amused, and seem to prefer changes. For starters, there's the quarterback who nobody can come to any kind of agreement about whether or not he can win. What should they do with him?Yep, sounds like it's time for the McNabb-O-Meter. Kevin Kolb's play in Wee...

McNabb and Reid Hold Another Secret Meeting

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 09:15:47 -0500

My ITI spies have struck gold again. They got their hands on another clandestine meeting between Andy Reid and Donovan McNabb yesterday. It’s been a long couple weeks for the Eagles, but thankfully it looks as if the fearless leaders of gang green are ready to right the sinking ship. Whew! That’s good news because I [...]