13 minutes ago, FranklinFldEBUpper said:

Back when The Simpsons was new and fresh and creative, there was a scene where Homer was lamenting all of the family's money expenses. And he said something to the effect of "...and we spend money for vaccinations for Maggie for diseases she doesn't even have"! The humor was obvious. Homer didn't understand the concept of the value of prevention.

This scene is what I think of when I hear people complaining about Landon Dickerson being on the active roster rather than on PUP. What I think they fail to fully grasp is that he is in essence a vaccination for the Eagles offensive line in case that Seumalo, Kelce, Brooks, or even Herbig suffer an injury at some point in the first six weeks of the season. In that case, he'll offer service to the team in the form of a spot in the starting lineup or as a valuable sixth man who could come in as a replacement during a game. 

In my view, it is THAT flexibility and comfort that makes him worth a spot on the 53-man roster for the first six weeks of the season. And yes I'm aware that I'm making the assumption that he would be healthy enough to play if such a need arises. I consider that assumption a fair one.

I get what you are saying however i view it this way. They told us they are in a rebuilding year. So in a rebuilding year why do you feel the need to rush him back within 9 months to play/practice? Typical ACL takes 9-12 months. He’s not even at 9 months yet.

So what happens if comes back and gets hurt cause he came back too soon. Now another injury and you are affecting him in 2022. you could’ve let him get the full and proper healing time since you already informed everyone you are in a rebuilding. There’s no rush. To me you are potentially risking long term health by bring him back after 8 months in a year where you aren’t expected to be good and rebuilding. 

don’t get me wrong he can get hurt at anytime. He’s proven that in college. However you elevate the potential risk by bringing him back sooner and not giving him the extra healing time and rest. 

3 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

 

Should we be concerned at all about Miles Sanders ankle?  Didn't realize that was an issue this year.  

11 minutes ago, 4for4EaglesNest said:

I'm the complete opposite.  I can't watch an Eagle game while on the MB.  Unless the season is in the tank and I am on out of sheer comedy like last season.  

I use dual monitors, so the game is on one and the EMB is on the other one. 

@LeanMeanGM  49ers 29  Eagles 16. I just have a hunch it's going to be one of those games where we're always behind and sort of still "in it" but never quite able to close the game.

BONUS: One of the teams will miss a PAT.

14 minutes ago, Utebird said:

Or a po boy???

Hey, I have that trademarked.  Named my wiener "po boy”

11 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

 

That is the longest empty injury report I've ever seen.

20 minutes ago, FranklinFldEBUpper said:

Back when The Simpsons was new and fresh and creative, there was a scene where Homer was lamenting all of the family's money expenses. And he said something to the effect of "...and we spend money for vaccinations for Maggie for diseases she doesn't even have"! The humor was obvious. Homer didn't understand the concept of the value of prevention.

This scene is what I think of when I hear people complaining about Landon Dickerson being on the active roster rather than on PUP. What I think they fail to fully grasp is that he is in essence a vaccination for the Eagles offensive line in case that Seumalo, Kelce, Brooks, or even Herbig suffer an injury at some point in the first six weeks of the season. In that case, he'll offer service to the team in the form of a spot in the starting lineup or as a valuable sixth man who could come in as a replacement during a game. 

In my view, it is THAT flexibility and comfort that makes him worth a spot on the 53-man roster for the first six weeks of the season. And yes I'm aware that I'm making the assumption that he would be healthy enough to play if such a need arises. I consider that assumption a fair one.

 

As long as the NFL didn't mandate that the Eagles keep Dickerson as a vaccine, then I'm OK.

"My Team, My Choice"

 

10 minutes ago, LeanMeanGM said:

 

Lot of rest or limited practice for players over 30.  Interesting to see how the Eagles are approaching the 17 game season. If it works, could make Philly attractive to free agents, not that they have any money to spend. 

1 minute ago, Connecticut Eagle said:

 

As long as the NFL didn't mandate that the Eagles keep Dickerson as a vaccine, then I'm OK.

"My Team, My Choice"

 

Named mine "Landon Dickerson”

Just now, uncphillyfan said:

Named mine "Landon Dickerson”

Slim Reepah 

 

DANCE PUPPETS DANCE!!

12 minutes ago, ManuManu said:

That means Dickerson was a full participant. 

So was Taylor.

10 minutes ago, bpac55 said:

Should we be concerned at all about Miles Sanders ankle?  Didn't realize that was an issue this year.  

After the past few seasons, of course we'll be concerned.

The board went nuclear when Brooks missed a practice last week.

My ball Zach Ertz?

1 minute ago, Connecticut Eagle said:

So was Taylor.

After the past few seasons, of course we'll be concerned.

The board went nuclear when Brooks missed a practice last week.

Please refer to davion Taylor as lightning McQueen cause he’s going to go 22 mph 

1 minute ago, uncphillyfan said:

My ball Zach Ertz?

Lame Johnson

Just now, VeeMak said:

Lame Johnson

Hurt so Good?

1 minute ago, e-a-g-l-e-s eagles! said:

Please refer to davion Taylor as lightning McQueen cause he’s going to go 22 mph 

He'll always be mushmouth to me

Just now, VeeMak said:

Lame Johnson

I would walk 500 Miles sanders 

6 minutes ago, uncphillyfan said:

Hurt so Good?

How about a shout out to the trans community:  Herbig Johnson

Well i guess they are safe  sorry everyone no free rides here 

 

 

 

 

Just now, Connecticut Eagle said:

 

 

 

41 minutes ago, VeeMak said:

Hey, I have that trademarked.  Named my wiener "po boy”

Is that because nobody loves him?

7 minutes ago, RLC said:

 

I think Leon Lett got hurt/carted off in practice today also