10 minutes ago, Iggles_Phan said:

Why do the Eagles have to report their alternate jerseys over a full season in advance?   Such stupid rules in the NFL... must be a bureaucracy.

 

Honestly, I'd rather see those awful 1933 yellow and blue monstrosities again than ever see the black jerseys again.

It’s weird. The NFL would sell way more kelly green jerseys imo

1 hour ago, 4for4EaglesNest said:

 

 

"I am most likely over the top".....uh...yeah.  Kinda of my point.  Which would explain the "irrational hate" line I used.  But I'm the one who jumped to conclusions.  LOL

Better yet,  Let's see him at OT for a full season.  That'd be nice.  

It's hilarious how you just pick out certain parts of my post, then choose certain parts of your posts once you're backed into a wall, then recreate a new argument.  Going back and forth with you is like arguing with my 5 year old nephew who can't pronounce his R's yet.  

"I am most likely over the top" = "Irrational hate."  Got it!  And great burn by you too!  

 

2 hours ago, bpac55 said:

The beloved kelly green uniforms won’t be returning until at least 2023, per Rob Tornoe. The Eagles have already submitted their black uniforms as their alternate in 2022, so kelly green will have to wait a year.

Go with a black helmet then

These NHL playoffs have been awesome .

Little surprised Eagles haven't signed Nelson or another FA CB. The addition of Nelson would be a big boost to what I believe will be a sneaky good defense

Tampa back to back Stanley cup appearances , hopefully habs beat them .

4 hours ago, 4for4EaglesNest said:

Rhys Hoskins sucks at baseball.  Definitely less skilled then a curler.  

In curling you gotta do it on ice.  

3 hours ago, Alphagrand said:

Go with a black helmet then

Philadelphia Crows?  Ravens?  Magpies?  

 

Just stick with green.  Black was trendy 25 years ago.  It's passé now.

Dark horse trade candidate: Marshon Lattimore.

Last year of rookie deal, Saints could be rebuilding soon and are cap strapped next year. Could need draft capital for a QB. There is his legal trouble but if that clears up I wouldn’t be shocked to see him moved.

Y’all are crazy about Reagor’s talent. The dude is talented. The question is and has been his mental makeup. He’s gonna have to do a better than Carson did with it. Either he’s gonna want to work his ass off to be as good as Smith, or he’s gonna use them drafting Smith as an excuse to whine. I hope for the best. The kid has talent. Josh Huff couldn’t catch. Ever. Reagor can. The question is, can he let his play speak for him

3 hours ago, eaglesflyers#1 said:

Dark horse trade candidate: Marshon Lattimore.

Last year of rookie deal, Saints could be rebuilding soon and are cap strapped next year. Could need draft capital for a QB. There is his legal trouble but if that clears up I wouldn’t be shocked to see him moved.

We’re never addressing CB, it thats what you’re insinuating. 

7 hours ago, eaglesflyers#1 said:

Dark horse trade candidate: Marshon Lattimore.

Last year of rookie deal, Saints could be rebuilding soon and are cap strapped next year. Could need draft capital for a QB. There is his legal trouble but if that clears up I wouldn’t be shocked to see him moved.

 

Would be great but we'd probably have to give up two of our 1sts next year and even then I feel like he is a cornerstone player for the Saints going forward. 

5 hours ago, blindside said:

Y’all are crazy about Reagor’s talent. The dude is talented. The question is and has been his mental makeup. He’s gonna have to do a better than Carson did with it. Either he’s gonna want to work his ass off to be as good as Smith, or he’s gonna use them drafting Smith as an excuse to whine. I hope for the best. The kid has talent. Josh Huff couldn’t catch. Ever. Reagor can. The question is, can he let his play speak for him

Josh Huff is an interesting comparison for Jalen Reagor.  For as bad as Huff was here, he was an absolute stud at Oregon.  He was a weapon from all over the field and on ST.  I was thrilled when they drafted him.  Unfortunate that he just couldn't translate that talent to the pros.  

I'm excited to see what Reagor can do now that he dropped some 15 lbs.  He looked dynamic at TCU...last year, it looked like he was laboring through his strides.  He looked clunky and not smooth.  Then we hear that he really bulked up for the combine.  You're right that the mental part needs to click for Reagor.  He would be wise to delete his social media accounts and just focus on his career....otherwise I fear we're going to see him snap off on some tweet and then snowball.

I forget who it was but there was a story about one of the Sixers who deleted all social media, I want to say Tobias Harris but I don't think it was him.  Anyway, the story was how much it cleared their head and I truly think that's best for Reagor.

Excited to see him in year 2.

41 minutes ago, RememberTheKoy said:

 

Would be great but we'd probably have to give up two of our 1sts next year and even then I feel like he is a cornerstone player for the Saints going forward. 

I dont think he means him getting traded to the Eagles.  Just getting traded somewhere in general.  Would be one thing if we thought we had a contending team and were a CB away from being an elite team, kinda like when they traded for Slay.  But as of right now we are some years away.

Good article about potential CB in the draft.  Coming away with 2 of them would be incredible. 

https://www.insidethebirds.com/post/cornerback-prospects-philadelphia-eagles-should-be-eyeing

 

Derek Stingley Jr., LSU

A consensus five-star recruit out of The Dunham School in Baton Rouge, La., Stingley made an immediate impact for the LSU Tigers in 2019. Appearing in 15 games as a freshman, Stingley notched 38 tackles, 21 passes defended, six interceptions and a fumble recovery, drawing many of the premier pass-catchers in college football on a weekly basis. As a result, Stingley was rewarded with 2019 first-team All America and SEC Newcomer of the Year honors.

 

The 6-foot-1, 195-pound defender totaled 27 tackles (2.5 for loss), five passes defended, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery in 7 games last season.

 

Stingley is unanimously considered to be the nation’s top cornerback entering the 2021 season. The junior cornerback provides the requisite length and wingspan to narrow throwing windows, the physicality and urgency to consistently affect the catch point, and the fluidity to flip his hips and run with receivers of all shapes and sizes. Should he continue his impressive trajectory, he’ll cement his status as a blue-chip talent next April.

 

Kaiir Elam, Florida

The nephew of Florida alum and former first-round pick Matt Elam, Kaiir Elam landed at Florida as a highly heralded four-star recruit intent on carving out a legacy of his own.

 

Playing behind C.J. Henderson and Marco Wilson, Elam appeared in 13 games (5 starts) for the Gators as a freshman, racking up 11 tackles, 7.0 passes defended, and three interceptions. He was named to the Coaches Freshman All-SEC team.

 

An ascending sophomore, Elam would appear, and start in, all 12 games in 2020. Sporting a prototypical build of 6-foot-2, 196 pounds, the physical perimeter defender compiled 39 tackles, 12 passes defended and two interceptions in his first season as a full-time starter. After bursting onto the scene as one of the nation’s premier cover men, Elam’s play earned him Coaches first-team All-SEC honors and the distinction of being a Jim Thorpe Award semifinalist.

 

Elam moves exceptionally well for being a bigger-than-average cornerback, demonstrating innate closing speed, terrific short-area quickness, and the fluidity to defend the full gamut of routes. Elam is a particularly enticing prospect, as he hasn’t yet scratched the surface of his capabilities.

Andrew Booth, Clemson

Perhaps my favorite cornerback prospect of this class, Booth arrived at Clemson as a five-star prospect and No. 8 overall player ranking from Rivals.com in 2019.

 

The six-foot, 195-pound cornerback didn’t become a mainstay in the secondary until his sophomore season, however, recording 30 tackles (2.5 for loss), four passes defended, two interceptions, a sack, and a touchdown over 11 games (4 starts) in 2020.

 

Some may view Booth’s limited sample size with skepticism, but I came away enticed with what he put on tape in 2020. Booth transitions out of his backpedal with fluidity and with little wasted movement. He demonstrates the smooth hips and agility to turn and run with anyone. Despite his limited sample size, Booth has also flashed ball skills, coming away with four interceptions.

 

Booth will be a player to watch this season, as he figures to draw many of the premier pass catchers in college football and play a more prominent role in Clemson’s secondary. When the dust settles, I envision him challenging Elam for the No. 2 spot behind Stingley.

 

Sevyn Banks, Ohio State

The elder statesmen of this year’s top-tier cornerback group, Banks boasts the athletic traits to become the Buckeyes' next blue-chip cover man.

 

Banks, another big-bodied cornerback at 6-foot-1, 200 pounds, hasn’t enjoyed the same level of success as his peers, but has shown flashes of dominance over his first three seasons. Known for his long arms, fluid movement, and competitiveness, Banks concluded an abbreviated junior campaign with 23 tackles, eight passes defended and an interception.

 

While it’s hard to peg Banks as a surefire early first-rounder at this stage, the arrow is pointing up on his pro prospects. Squaring up against Chris Olave in practice should prepare Banks for his tussles with Jahan Dotson, Ty Fryfogle, and other top receivers in his path, so I suspect Banks will fulfill his potential and become a premium shutdown defender.

 

Ahmad Gardner, Cincinnati

Gardner, perhaps better known as "Sauce," could feasibly make the biggest leap of this group with a stellar junior season.

 

The 6-foot-2, 188-pound cornerback introduced himself to the college football world as a freshman in 2019, amassing 31 tackles, 11 passes defended, three interceptions – returning two for touchdowns – in 14 games. For his efforts, Gardner was recognized as a first-team All-Athletic Conference selection.

 

No longer a secret, the Detroit native appeared on the Bednarik and Thorpe Award watch lists entering the 2020 season. He proved his consistency in a tremendous follow-up effort, notching 28 tackles, nine passes defended, three interceptions, and a half-sack in just nine games.

 

Gardner is a long, rangy, and instinctive defender with an inherent nose for the football. Expect his draft stock to soar in the coming months.

 

Small school standouts

Shaun Jolly, Appalachian State: Despite sporting a diminutive 5-foot-9, 175-pound frame, opposing receivers haven’t been able to get a bead on Shaun Jolly for two seasons. Jolly has compiled 86 tackles (5.5 for loss), 19 passes defended, five interceptions, a half-sack, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery over that span. His slight stature indicates a likely-permanent move to the inside at the next level, but Jolly boasts tremendous short-area quickness and click-and-close ability. Jolly has continuously improved throughout his career, and I anticipate a pre-draft process reminiscent of former Sun Belt standout and current Bears cornerback Kindle Vildor.

 

D’Jordan Strong, Coastal Carolina: A fast-rising prospect, Strong made waves in his first season with the Chanticleers. He registered 30 tackles (2.0 for loss), 12 passes defended, five interceptions, and a forced fumble in 2020. The hard-nosed 5-foot-11, 175-pound defender earned first-team All-Sun Belt honors and was named the 2020 Sun Belt Newcomer of the Year. His five interceptions were third-most in college football. Strong must develop his play strength, add some size to his frame, and become more of a technician for sustained success, but he landed on my radar early-on as a tough, instinctive cornerback with solid ball skills. Should become a household name in 2021.

23 minutes ago, bpac55 said:

Josh Huff is an interesting comparison for Jalen Reagor.  For as bad as Huff was here, he was an absolute stud at Oregon.  He was a weapon from all over the field and on ST.  I was thrilled when they drafted him.  Unfortunate that he just couldn't translate that talent to the pros.  

I'm excited to see what Reagor can do now that he dropped some 15 lbs.  He looked dynamic at TCU...last year, it looked like he was laboring through his strides.  He looked clunky and not smooth.  Then we hear that he really bulked up for the combine.  You're right that the mental part needs to click for Reagor.  He would be wise to delete his social media accounts and just focus on his career....otherwise I fear we're going to see him snap off on some tweet and then snowball.

I forget who it was but there was a story about one of the Sixers who deleted all social media, I want to say Tobias Harris but I don't think it was him.  Anyway, the story was how much it cleared their head and I truly think that's best for Reagor.

Excited to see him in year 2.

Funny, I always thought they were comparable as well. Reagor does have better hands, I think he did show that in the limited sample size last year.I just don't think he is ever going to show he was worthy of the spot taken especially over other receivers. That was a strong and deep draft and I think Howie really missed a golden opportunity to turn the ship in the right direction. 

1 hour ago, RememberTheKoy said:

 

Would be great but we'd probably have to give up two of our 1sts next year and even then I feel like he is a cornerstone player for the Saints going forward. 

And considering our cap situation, I don't see it. I wouldn't mind trading for a corner going into their sophomore year that way his contract is in a healthy place. I mentioned Jaylon Johnson but have no idea if he could be pried away. If not, someone from that draft would be ideal. 

WR Goodwin was on our roster last season, but he opted out because of Covid.  He tried to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics but did not make it.  He is with the Bears this season.

1 minute ago, Penn7980 said:

WR Goodwin was on our roster last season, but he opted out because of Covid.  He tried to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics but did not make it.  He is with the Bears this season.

Crazy to think he hasn't competed in the long jump in years and here he goes and almost makes the Olympic team.   Heck of an athlete.  

I'm gonna withhold judgement on the DBs until we see them in the new scheme.

Can't imagine Howie didn't have a long talk with Gannon about what he needs on defense, going heavy on the DL instead of DBs suggests that Gannon thinks he can work with the players n the roster, played a bunch of retreads and late round picks in Indy:

Ya-Sin 2nd-2019, Blackmon 3rd-2020, Willis 4th-2019 where the highest draft picks (Hooker 1st rd 2017 couldn't stay healthy), Rhodes the major retread addition

So he may have looked at Eagles film and told Howie if he can't find a clear upgrade, let's go with these guys this season and see who fits.

They brought in Harris at safety (Adams, but I think he's more ST) and McPhearson and Scott at CB. Otherwise the same crew as last season.

1 hour ago, bpac55 said:

Josh Huff is an interesting comparison for Jalen Reagor.  For as bad as Huff was here, he was an absolute stud at Oregon.  He was a weapon from all over the field and on ST.  I was thrilled when they drafted him.  Unfortunate that he just couldn't translate that talent to the pros.  

I'm excited to see what Reagor can do now that he dropped some 15 lbs.  He looked dynamic at TCU...last year, it looked like he was laboring through his strides.  He looked clunky and not smooth.  Then we hear that he really bulked up for the combine.  You're right that the mental part needs to click for Reagor.  He would be wise to delete his social media accounts and just focus on his career....otherwise I fear we're going to see him snap off on some tweet and then snowball.

I forget who it was but there was a story about one of the Sixers who deleted all social media, I want to say Tobias Harris but I don't think it was him.  Anyway, the story was how much it cleared their head and I truly think that's best for Reagor.

Excited to see him in year 2.

Huff is someone who was faster, quicker, and stronger than everyone in college...but really wasn't that fast, quick, or strong for the NFL.  He was more productive than Reagor in college, but most scouts had the sense that he would not translate to the NFL.

Reagor wasn't even as good as Huff in college...but was more naturally explosive and talented, so there was the hope that Reagor would translate better.

 

12 minutes ago, eagle45 said:

Huff is someone who was faster, quicker, and stronger than everyone in college...but really wasn't that fast, quick, or strong for the NFL.  He was more productive than Reagor in college, but most scouts had the sense that he would not translate to the NFL.

Reagor wasn't even as good as Huff in college...but was more naturally explosive and talented, so there was the hope that Reagor would translate better.

 

Ehh. Reagor was a better player than Huff. He just wasn’t in as good of an offense as Huff. 

10 minutes ago, ManuManu said:

Ehh. Reagor was a better player than Huff. He just wasn’t in as good of an offense as Huff. 

That's part of being a better player.  Reagor always translated better to the NFL, but he wasn't what Huff was in college.

 

 

16 minutes ago, ManuManu said:

Ehh. Reagor was a better player than Huff. He just wasn’t in as good of an offense as Huff. 

Reagor was as productive in 3 college seasons as Huff was in 4.  Reagor was a better KR than Huff, and Reagor was a dynamic PR at TCU, while Huff wasn’t even used there in college 

Man, some of the (stuff) people in here want to come up with ….

15 minutes ago, eagle45 said:

That's part of being a better player.  Reagor always translated better to the NFL, but he wasn't what Huff was in college.

 

 

Huh? You can be the better player while being in a worse offense. I’m not following you at all here.