Bodes well for Morris, Williams and Roberts in that they went this way rather than signing an OL. Must like the depth at OLB with T. Graham being waived and James-Newby sidelined or the latter won’t last long (until it recurs if they think he won’t make the PS).

13 minutes ago, BigEFly said:

Eagles (knocks on wood) seem to do a good job on muscle related injuries. I really think they monitor players muscle conditions and sit players during TC and PS if they have any tightness. I strongly lean towards that is what Devonta and Lemon have at this point. Although as to the latter, one wonders if there wasn’t a bit of strain in the spring that may not have fully recovered. I suspect that’s why Greenard is on PUP at this point. Better caution before games count than risking a tear. Saw a video clip of Devonta walking yesterday and didn’t see signs that go with a muscle pull in his gait.

Tbh I think the injury is less of the concern for me as it is him just missing this time as a rookie where he’s learning a new offense and he could use the reps. They’re gonna need him to play well. Unlike greenard and Devonta, they are veterans and i believe they can miss the time/reps and still be alright. Albeit new systems for them as well. my worry is more about the time he’s missing and being able to hit the ground running in week 1 than a long term issue with the hammy or his durability. Brown and wicks may have to play above what we need them to early on if he can’t and he’s behind.

24 minutes ago, NCiggles said:

@HazletonEagle jealous?

Of the QB situation in SD.

Vic was interesting. Basically suggested the 12 personnel grouping is a bit like replacing the fullback and may result in some more base. Complicated by catching TEs. McVay has been doing that a lot and Harbaugh liked his TEs the same way. May give some insight into the Stowers pick.

Still no Lane Johnson. Landon Dickerson is out also

23 minutes ago, HazletonEagle said:

Of the QB situation in SD.

Justin Herbert Career Postseason Totals

• Games played: 3

• Record: 0–3

• Completions / Attempts: 58 / 106 (54.7%)

• Passing yards: 674

• Passing TDs: 2

• Interceptions: 4

• Passer rating: 64.7

• Sacks taken: 13

• Rushing stats: 13 carries for 69 yards

So is Lane an injury, family issue, contract issue?

2 minutes ago, Freshmilk said:

So is Lane an injury, family issue, contract issue?

They keep saying it's not injury related so must be something personal/family related.

12 hours ago, kiwieagle said:

Its early days but sure feels like a Devonte injury would really kill the offence this year

That’s most teams, though. How many teams have 2 guys talented enough to be a #1 threat?

At least we have decent depth now. Wicks, Lemon, and Brown plus Stowers and Goedert should be able to manufacture the missed production now that we have an OC who isn’t totally retarded.

9 minutes ago, Freshmilk said:

So is Lane an injury, family issue, contract issue?

Lane has overcome anxiety and depression. He should be applauded for what he's accomplished. I am not certain, but just putting it on the table that it may be a possibility.

https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/35526673/eagles-lane-johnson-mental-health-football-journey

31 minutes ago, BigEFly said:

Vic was interesting. Basically suggested the 12 personnel grouping is a bit like replacing the fullback and may result in some more base. Complicated by catching TEs. McVay has been doing that a lot and Harbaugh liked his TEs the same way. May give some insight into the Stowers pick.

The problem with Stowers, at least projecting based on what he did in college, is he’s totally useless as a blocker.

In theory, the benefit of 12 personnel is the mismatch you force a defense into: if they have 3 LBs on the field, you pass, if 5 DBs, you run and get a 250 pound guy blocking a 200 pound guy.

But Stowers just isn’t useful that way, even with the size advantage. So teams will definitely go with nickel personnel and unless Stowers makes a monumental improvement in his blocking, the only real mismatch you gain is height vs the DB to high point the ball. He’s really just a big slot receiver.

17 minutes ago, Freshmilk said:

So is Lane an injury, family issue, contract issue?

Garofolo said it’s a personal issue. McLane said he’s expected back soon.

6 minutes ago, TEW said:

The problem with Stowers, at least projecting based on what he did in college, is he’s totally useless as a blocker.

In theory, the benefit of 12 personnel is the mismatch you force a defense into: if they have 3 LBs on the field, you pass, if 5 DBs, you run and get a 250 pound guy blocking a 200 pound guy.

But Stowers just isn’t useful that way, even with the size advantage. So teams will definitely go with nickel personnel and unless Stowers makes a monumental improvement in his blocking, the only real mismatch you gain is height vs the DB to high point the ball. He’s really just a big slot receiver.

Sounds a bit like Kyle Pitts. Has taken him a few years to develop but was pretty good in fantasy last year.

Forgot you can't edit with tweets

Safety will be the position a lot of people talk about as a possible trade deadline target for the Eagles, but I think if there is one it's going to be WR. Just so many ways this WR group could go wrong.

1 minute ago, Miami said:

Sounds a bit like Kyle Pitts. Has taken him a few years to develop but was pretty good in fantasy last year.

Yeah, same sort of hyper athletic pass catcher. I do think Pitts was a better blocker coming out of college, even though it was a weakness of his. Stowers, from what I saw of him, is properly useless as a blocker.

1 minute ago, Sack that QB said:

Safety will be the position a lot of people talk about as a possible trade deadline target for the Eagles, but I think if there is one it's going to be WR. Just so many ways this WR group could go wrong.

I don’t see WR being a big target unless we have a rash of long term injuries.

They’ll want to feed the rookies if there is an injury.

20 minutes ago, mikemack8 said:

They keep saying it's not injury related so must be something personal/family related.

My nephew just texted says he heard PED related, but not confirmed. Hope not...

15 minutes ago, Freshmilk said:

My nephew just texted says he heard PED related, but not confirmed. Hope not...

Doubt it. There's no way that wouldn't have been leaked by now. Especially considering it'd be what 2 year ban now right?

7 minutes ago, Mike030270 said:

Doubt it. There's no way that wouldn't have been leaked by now. Especially considering it'd be what 2 year ban now right?

2 years minimum but he would be essentially banished from the league and need to be reinstated.

2 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

2 years minimum but he would be essentially banished from the league and need to be reinstated.

At that point it'd be better to retire

But that would seriously tarnish his legacy