If the Eagles Tag DeSean Jackson, Aren’t They Validating His Argument?
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According to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Philadelphia Eagles two-time Pro Bowl receiver DeSean Jackson will be tagged by the Philadelphia Eagles. McLane wasted little time getting to his point saying “The Philadelphia Eagles are going to franchise DeSean Jackson, count on it“. “They (Eagles) will not allow their two-time Pro...
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Top 10 reasons the Eagles are franchising DeSean Jackson
10) Believe that the only way to get Steve Smith levels of production out of him is to pay him that way9) Can't wait to see how much drama is created after 20118) As the Juan Castillo resigning shows, just dying to play 2011 in 20127) Ensures that the focus will remain away from the linebackers, turnovers and poor clock management6) Can't get enough time with Drew Rosenhaus5...
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Eagles expected to use franchise tag on WR Jackson
The Philadelphia Eagles are expected to use their franchise tag on malcontent wide receiver DeSean Jackson.
The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing multiple NFL sources, reported that applying the tag on Jackson will give the team the option of keeping him, trading him or signing him to a long-term contract.
The last scenario seems the least likely after Jackson sulked through last season...
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Report: Eagles plan to franchise DeSean Jackson
DeSean Jackson isn’t going anywhere, at least not until the Eagles can get something for him in return. Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer reports the team will place the franchise tag on Jackson. They may still look to see what Jackson could attract in a trade. The news doesn’t come as a surprise. It…
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Report: Eagles won't let Jackson go without something in return
The Philadelphia Inquirer, citing league sources, reported Sunday that the Eagles won't let go of DeSean Jackson, whose contract is about to expire, without getting something in return. That would mean the Eagles are all but guaranteed to place the franchise tag on him if a deal isn't reached by March 5.
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BREAKING NEWS: Philadelphia Eagles to Franchise DeSean Jackson
Shane According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Philadelphia Eagles will franchise DeSean Jackson in eight days when they are formally able to apply the tag. It is unclear whether the move is designed to give the Eagles time to sign him to a long-term contract or allow the team to use him as part of [...]Sports-Kings - The Kings of Sports Lists
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Report: Eagles will franchise DeSean
After an up-and-down season, the Eagles are reportedly going to apply the franchise tag to DeSean Jackson. At minimum, he will be one of the league's highest-paid receivers in 2012.
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Eagles Likely To Place Franchise Tag On WR DeSean Jackson
Jeff McLane of the Phialdelphia Inquirer reports the Eagles are going to franchise DeSean Jackson. They will not let their Pro Bowl receiver - whose contract is set to expire - walk without getting something in return, according to NFL sources. That means the Eagles will do one of three things before March 5: They will franchise Jackson and keep him for the 2012 season, franchise...
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Sources: Eagles plan to apply franchise tag to DeSean Jackson
According to this report, as well as several others, the Philadelphia Eagles are planning to apply the franchise tag to talented, but troubled, wide receiver DeSean Jackson.
It is rumored the Eagles are evaluating three potential scenarios for Jackson: placing the franchise tag on him to keep him, placing the franchise tag on him and then trading him, or working on a long-term contract...
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BREAKING: Sources: Philadelphia Eagles Will Franchise WR DeSean Jackson
There are about a hundred reasons why the Philadelphia Eagles did not win the Super Bowl, let along make the playoffs, in the 2011 season.
Michael Vick’s disappointing season. The inability of the linebackers to cover or tackle. The inability of the cornerbacks to cover or tackle. The inability of the safeties to cover or tackle. The blown fourth quarter leads by the defense...
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Report: Eagles will franchise DeSean Jackson
According to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer, the Eagles will place the franchise tag on wide receiver DeSean Jackson who’ll be a free agent once March 13th rolls around.
The Eagles have until March 5th to officially franchise Jackson.
As we’re reported before, the Eagles will likely look to trade Jackson and if they can’t get the compensation they’...
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Report: Eagles Will Franchise DeSean Jackson
No surprise here.
According to Jeff McLane of Philly.com, the Eagles will franchise DeSean Jackson, which should not come as a shocker to anyone.
McLane notes that the Eagles will either franchise Jackson and keep him, or franchise him and trade him.
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The Chicago Bears Future: Could it Include DeSean Jackson?
Could anyone have predicted that the Chicago Bears would finish 2011 with an 8-8 record and on the outside looking in of the NFL playoffs? Yep. I did. The Bears came into the season with question marks on the offensive line and at wide receiver. Oddly enough, those were some of the same questions that plagued them throughout 2010 and little was done in the abbreviated off...
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Top 10 Wide Receiver Free Agents
1.Vincent Jackson (SD) 2.Wes Welker (NE)3.Marques Colston (NO) 4.DeSean Jackson (PHI) 5.Dwayne Bowe (KC)6.Reggie Wayne (IND)7.Mario Manningham (NYG)8.Steve Johnson (BUF)9.Brandon Lloyd (STL)10.Pierre Garcon (IND)Others the Eagles might look at:Plaxico Burress (NYJ)Ted Ginn (SF)
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Join Bleeding Eagle Green Radio With Guest Jason Babin
Be sure to join us on Sunday February 12th at 12 noon on Bleeding Eagle Green’s first ever radio show. Dan & Brian will be joined by a very special guest and current member of the Philadelphia Eagles 2012 Pro Bowl defensive end Jason Babin who will be available to answer fan questions! We’ll also be having contests to win some Babin gear from www.babinfanclub.com...
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6 Offseason Moves the Philadelphia Eagles Need to Make
The 2011 Philadelphia Eagles—despite blowing five fourth-quarter leads and finishing just 8-8—missed winning the NFC East by just one game.
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Philadelphia Eagles 2012 Draft: Per Usual, Boasting 10 Overall Picks
The Philadelphia Eagles love acquiring an abundance of drafts picks. This year, it is no different. The Eagles possess 10 picks, amongst the league high yet again. The lingering draft question is two-fold: will the Eagles pinpoint talent that will have an immediate impact, or how can they utilize their 10 picks to maximize overall value to the team?
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5 Philadelphia Eagles Starters That Must Be Replaced in 2012
For the most part, the 2012 Philadelphia Eagles shouldn’t be too much different than the 2011 Eagles team that went just 8-8 and missed the playoffs.
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Coulda, Shoulda, Woulda: How 2011′s Failures Should Fuel the 2012 Eagles to Greatness
Ah, to know what thoughts ran through Andy Reid’s head as he watched the confetti fall atop the New York Giants after they won Super Bowl 46 in Indianapolis last Sunday.
Probably similar feelings of disgust as Eagles fans who watched their barely-better divisional opponent bring home the Lombardi.
The reaction of players was witnessed via Twitter. Trent Cole lamented that...
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Asante Samuel uncertain of his future in Philly
Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel would like to stay in Philly despite the fact that he’s not sure what his future holds in the city of brotherly love.
Samuel was asked by the Philadelphia Daily News if he’s heard anything about his future.
“They don’t tell you those things? I don’t know. I’m hoping to be here. That’s all,” Samuel said.
Samuel was asked...
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Philadelphia Eagles: My Take On Recent News About Vick, Burress, McCoy, Cole and Spags
There have been various tidbits of news recently pertaining to a few Philadelphia Eagles players, an ex-player and ex-coach, and a player who has a burning desire to become a Philadelphia Eagle.
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First up is Michael Vick. You’ve probably heard by now that he was voted as Forbes’ most hated athlete…again. This doesn’t come as a huge surprise...
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Asante Samuel doesn’t know if he’s in the Eagles’ plans
Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel says the team has told him nothing about whether he’s going to be back for the 2012 season, but that if it’s up to him, he’ll remain in Philadelphia. “I don’t know. I’m hoping to be here. That’s all,” Samuel told the Philadelphia Daily News. With Nnamdi Asomugha and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie…
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Bullet hits the bone moment for Eagles--- DJax, Plaxico, or both?
Is there enough salary cap room for the Eagles to both franchise DeSean Jackson and sign Plaxico Burress at the same time? You bet there is...This is the edge Burress gives you in the red zone... even at age 35... but is the emotional baggage the guy brings to your team worth the investment of money and potential locker room turmoil?
Plaxico Burress, who signed a one-year, $3...
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Eagles’ Samuel: “Of course” I want to return
As the Eagles head into what should be a busy offseason — though not quite as busy as last year’s — they’ll have to decide what to do with a few key players, including cornerback Asante Samuel.
The subject of many a trade rumor during his time in Philly, Samuel faces more uncertainty surrounding his future with the team. Nevertheless, if the four-time Pro Bowler had his druthers...
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