Everybody has had their coffee. I feel like things are brewing here.

3 minutes ago, HazletonEagle said:

This is the type of thing that could necessitate a PC from the athletic trainer if the media has enough questions. You see that in some rare occasions.

Don't need a coach trying to expound on complex medical issues.

One of the things I miss about the Andy Reid days is they would have Rick Burkholder speak semi-regularly about injuries and recovery.

6 minutes ago, Wentz_Era said:

So the answer to all my questions is no…you don’t understand that people at that level typically don’t speak to specifics on stuff not in their wheel house. THat’s what billion dollar organizations have people on staff to do…like the prepared statement. It’s almost like they spend a ridiculous amount of money on experts for a reason. Siri is there to coach…to whatever level he’s capable of.

Yes they have people on the staff brief the HC prior to his PC on a controversy that has become a national story. That is how billion dollar organizations work.

3 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

I think they are being deliberate about not talking about it publicly this soon since I'm sure there are other conversations going behind the scenes with the league and the NFLPA about the whole situation. I have no doubt Bob Lange prepped Nick to not answer anything and refer to the team statement. I do think there is a bit of preservation mode going on to not make anything worse by saying something they shouldn't.

Preservation mode implies they’re in CYA mode to me. Sidestepping or deferring while experts do their thing isn’t that…IMHO.

3 minutes ago, RememberTheKoy said:

Yes they have people on the staff brief the HC prior to his PC on a controversy that has become a national story. That is how nillion dollar organizations work.

You’re right…I’m sorry, billion dollar organizations use the holiday inn express method.

3 minutes ago, RememberTheKoy said:

Yes they have people on the staff brief the HC prior to his PC on a controversy that has become a national story. That is how billion dollar organizations work.

Clearly only this dude knows the exact operation of the Eagles.

3 minutes ago, Wentz_Era said:

Preservation mode implies they’re in CYA mode to me. Sidestepping or deferring while experts do their thing isn’t that…IMHO.

I agree Nick shouldn't have to speak to it and did the correct thing. I would guess the organization as a whole is in a bit of a CYA mode though at the same time.

Honestly, I'm ready for a let down game. I've said this before, I like Tanner a lot because he does the three things I want from a QB in terms of raw skills:

• Process the field

• Throw on time

• Throw with anticipation

However, I think him getting nearly no reps as a backup and thus having almost no reps on a new offense just isn't going to cut it. I think if his performance is excellent, it's actually extremely impressive, especially if it turns out to be tape resilient (Meaning it survives being acquired on film). But I would honestly be shocked if his performance is good with anything less than 2 games, especially with our running game being pretty trash.

1 hour ago, RememberTheKoy said:

Eagles in full on legal preservation mode.

Jalen Hurts might be a part owner along with Julian when this is all said and done if this ends up ending his career.

Berman's tweet - like many tweets and clips - ignores the entire statement and frames it a certain way.

Nick went on for minutes about how much he loves Jalen Hurts, he gave a whole press conference. Obviously regarding a medical situation coaches always defer to medical staff.

5 minutes ago, Diehardfan said:

I have more faith in the run game gaining some yardage with them. Its not going to go from nothing to home runs. Its going to need to go from nothing to 2-3 yards first. Barkley wont get you 2-3 with his style, but guys like Pierce and Steele will.

3 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

I agree Nick shouldn't have to speak to it and did the correct thing. I would guess the organization as a whole is in a bit of a CYA mode though at the same time.

For sure…nothing and nobody is perfect. The medical staff and everyone involved isn’t expected to be as well. I’m sure there’s things that could have def done better. I took RTK’s interpretation of it and wording as the organization is covering up a massive mistake they made and the sky is falling behind the scenes. When, is there a chance that’s true? I guess…but that’s a bold take about a statement/response a dude that’s in a middle management role in the grand scheme of things for the Eagles made.

4 minutes ago, AmericanEagle77 said:

Honestly, I'm ready for a let down game. I've said this before, I like Tanner a lot because he does the three things I want from a QB in terms of raw skills:

• Process the field

• Throw on time

• Throw with anticipation

However, I think him getting nearly no reps as a backup and thus having almost no reps on a new offense just isn't going to cut it. I think if his performance is excellent, it's actually extremely impressive, especially if it turns out to be tape resilient (Meaning it survives being acquired on film). But I would honestly be shocked if his performance is good with anything less than 2 games, especially with our running game being pretty trash.

Can it be a let down when our hopes are this low? Offense is basically PS people. Ever see that video of Jordan trucking people playing rugby? We'll see what happens but that's where my expectations are.

1 minute ago, Diehardfan said:

Yeah I think we're cooked for this game fellas. McKee in brand new offense with minimal reps on the week after minimal reps on the season, and not being a 7 year veteran, has to out-duel an offense currently ranked 4th in points with no running game and no experience?

We're in deep crap...

Just now, AmericanEagle77 said:

Yeah I think we're cooked for this game fellas. McKee in brand new offense with minimal reps on the week after minimal reps on the season, and not being a 7 year veteran, has to out-duel an offense currently ranked 4th in points with no running game and no experience?

We're in deep crap...

Id bet on the eagles moneyline this week. Not because Im sure theyre going to win, but because I think its at least going to be close and youre gonna get great odds for a fairly possible upset.

3 minutes ago, Diehardfan said:

Can it be a let down when our hopes are this low? Offense is basically PS people. Ever see that video of Jordan trucking people playing rugby? We'll see what happens but that's where my expectations are.

Fair point. Lol.

37 minutes ago, Lambo said:

Why does it have to be about race? This would be more accurate. Backward hat wearing, 6'6" QB who can process a defense quickly and get the ball out to his playmakers.

Asking why the troll trolls?

Just now, Mike030270 said:

Asking why the troll trolls?

Take me off ignore so we can have a discussion you puss

Did we run Barkley into the ground on the 2k season?

I’m fully on the Carson Steele wagon LFG

2 minutes ago, Mike030270 said:

Did we run Barkley into the ground on the 2k season?

Yes and it was worth it.

2 minutes ago, Mike030270 said:

Did we run Barkley into the ground on the 2k season?

I dont think so. He still has plenty of burst.

Hes just back to being the guy he was in NY when he didnt have the all world OL in front of him.

Jurgens was ruled out again for Baltimore. Yeesh.

39 minutes ago, Lambo said:

Why does it have to be about race? This would be more accurate. Backward hat wearing, 6'6" QB who can process a defense quickly and get the ball out to his playmakers.

Greg Cosell was talking about this in a video yesterday. Processing is a skill that's hard to learn (paraphrasing) if you don't have it. Hurts doesn't and McKee does.

On the other side I'll add McKee has looked really bad the last few times we have seen him behind bad OL which negates that skill a bit. He needs to chill out which is easy for me to say without 300 pound guys running towards me, but that's the job. I'm hoping he shreds them but again....PS RB and a few PS OL starters.

Barkley is closing in on 30. I’d happily ship him off if he comes back healthy enough to entice a contender (Denver? Minnesota?) to trade a premium pick for him.