8 minutes ago, EazyEaglez said:

On a side note I personally would prefer to se the Eagles just beating teams up on offense and defense with a power run game and a physical defense. That is more like Philly than this pass, pass, pass, and punt crap anyway. 

I miss it too, I'm not holding out hope it lasts though

1 minute ago, Bwestbrook36 said:

I miss it too, I'm not holding out hope it lasts though

Well they chose this dynamic by drafting Jalen Hurts. If they wanted to be pass happy then draft a pass first quarterback. 

4 minutes ago, EazyEaglez said:

Well they chose this dynamic by drafting Jalen Hurts. If they wanted to be pass happy then draft a pass first quarterback. 

Even with a pass first QB they still need to maintain some semblance of balance on offense and keep defenses guessing.  Making yourself one dimensional makes it so much easier to defend.  

4 minutes ago, time2rock said:

Even with a pass first QB they still need to maintain some semblance of balance on offense and keep defenses guessing.  Making yourself one dimensional makes it so much easier to defend.  

I agree, but apparently some people think the only way to win in the NFL is to pass all of the time. I feel like the owner of the Eagles is one of them.

One of the best moves and best stories of the season, so far.

On 11/12/2021 at 6:42 AM, time2rock said:

Two of the top run defenses on the bill Sunday (Broncos) and next weekend (Saints) ... dare I say, it'll be a "good test"??  

They aced it. 

On 11/11/2021 at 7:31 PM, Bwestbrook36 said:

It's not like any other teams have been dying to get Howard. Teams simply want more versitilty then he offers. Once they face some tougher run defenses that take away the run between the tackles Howard will again be benched. 

Teams weren't dying to get Howard because he's been 2 yards a a cloud of dust for quite some time.  With that said, he's been running hard these past few games.

As far as taking away the between the tackles runs, that's why you should always have different running styles on your team, Sanders will give them some outside running if he ever returns, what did he do, have gallbladder surgery or something? 

He’s been really good.  Makes teams respect the run inside and opens up play action for Hurts too.  We need to keep pounding the rock.

12 hours ago, Miami said:

He’s been really good.  Makes teams respect the run inside and opens up play action for Hurts too.  We need to keep pounding the rock.

This is the key to the season.  Do what you clearly do best. 

Looks cool AF with the tinted visor too

On 11/15/2021 at 5:13 PM, EagleVA said:

Teams weren't dying to get Howard because he's been 2 yards a a cloud of dust for quite some time. 

No. He's been seated 2 yards  behind the sideline. Miami pegged him as their short yardage specialist and his YPC was awful. Despite only playing in 5 games for them, he led their team in rushing TDs in 2020 with 4. He's still the same Jordan Howard he's always been. He's just being used and used properly now. 

2 hours ago, brkmsn said:

No. He's been seated 2 yards  behind the sideline. Miami pegged him as their short yardage specialist and his YPC was awful. Despite only playing in 5 games for them, he led their team in rushing TDs in 2020 with 4. He's still the same Jordan Howard he's always been. He's just being used and used properly now. 

All I know is he was pretty bad during his first go round in Philadelphia and he's looking damn good now.

50 minutes ago, EagleVA said:

All I know is he was pretty bad during his first go round in Philadelphia and he's looking damn good now.

Actually he was having a very good season in 2019 before the injury - 6 TDs, more than 500 yards.  They called it a "stinger" but it's actually nerve damage to the shoulder that took over a year to heal.  As a result, he's low mileage for a veteran RB and is back in form pounding it inside.

The question is what happens next now that Sanders is designated to return?

 

7 hours ago, Hawkeye said:

Actually he was having a very good season in 2019 before the injury - 6 TDs, more than 500 yards.  They called it a "stinger" but it's actually nerve damage to the shoulder that took over a year to heal.  As a result, he's low mileage for a veteran RB and is back in form pounding it inside.

The question is what happens next now that Sanders is designated to return?

 

Sanders starts the game and Howard spells him. If we're way behind or in a passing situation, then Gainwell would get snaps. Scott is probably the odd man out, but I'm hoping they keep him active. He can do a little of everything and has been pretty dependable. 

The way we are playing now justifies having four RBs on the roster I guess.

I honestly don't know why the heck he was ever not on the 53 man roster.

21 hours ago, Infam said:

The way we are playing now justifies having four RBs on the roster I guess.

The only catch is, then they need to clear a roster spot - I sure hope that doesn't involve moving Howard back down.  My guess is it may come at the expense of one of the DBs as we have a boatload on the 53 (12 in total!).  Perhaps someone like Chachere is released to make room.  

17 minutes ago, time2rock said:

The only catch is, then they need to clear a roster spot - I sure hope that doesn't involve moving Howard back down.  My guess is it may come at the expense of one of the DBs as we have a boatload on the 53 (12 in total!).  Perhaps someone like Chachere is released to make room.  

I'm not sure they want to hurt the special teams. One big disappointment this year so far in terms of impact has been Ryan Kerrigan. Releasing him would open up more playing time for Tarron Jackson who has seemingly had more impact plays. Another player we don't really need on the 53 is Reid Sinnett.

1 hour ago, brkmsn said:

I'm not sure they want to hurt the special teams. One big disappointment this year so far in terms of impact has been Ryan Kerrigan. Releasing him would open up more playing time for Tarron Jackson who has seemingly had more impact plays. Another player we don't really need on the 53 is Reid Sinnett.

I completely agree about Kerrigan being pretty much invisible and thought about him but that would leave us awfully thin at DE (with only Barnett, Sweat, and Jackson).  I know they could play Williams out there some and I have mentioned before that they should start giving Jackson some reps but I still doubt they'll part with Kerrigan.  

Sinnett is a likely candidate to be cut too.  

I wish we‘d just give Howard a 2-year contract. Can‘t be that expensive.

On 11/15/2021 at 8:13 PM, EagleVA said:

Teams weren't dying to get Howard because he's been 2 yards a a cloud of dust for quite some time.  With that said, he's been running hard these past few games.

As far as taking away the between the tackles runs, that's why you should always have different running styles on your team, Sanders will give them some outside running if he ever returns, what did he do, have gallbladder surgery or something? 

I thought he was doing pretty well here first time round until the stinger that turned out to be a more serious neck injury.  He went to Miami for the $-but he hadn't fully recovered and gained weight there.  A renewed focus on his career and getting in better shape has made the difference.  He is a power back, not a home run hitter.  Far more consistent and reliable around both goals and short yardage situations.  Vitally important-and he's better than most think.  In '17 the Eagles won because they dominated the sticks early downs.  Everything is easier when you're in 2nd and 2-so you have options.  When you have a back (Wentz/Jordan) who picks that up regularly.......you keep a less talented defense(and the opponent's offense) on the sidelines.  Win-Win.  The key is making less possessions count.

42 minutes ago, Greenakers2 said:

I thought he was doing pretty well here first time round until the stinger that turned out to be a more serious neck injury.  He went to Miami for the $-but he hadn't fully recovered and gained weight there.  A renewed focus on his career and getting in better shape has made the difference.  He is a power back, not a home run hitter.  Far more consistent and reliable around both goals and short yardage situations.  Vitally important-and he's better than most think.  In '17 the Eagles won because they dominated the sticks early downs.  Everything is easier when you're in 2nd and 2-so you have options.  When you have a back (Wentz/Jordan) who picks that up regularly.......you keep a less talented defense(and the opponent's offense) on the sidelines.  Win-Win.  The key is making less possessions count.

We needed Blount then and we need Howard now.

2 hours ago, Greenakers2 said:

He is a power back, not a home run hitter. 

A power back is exactly what we need as keeping the chains moving is the name of the game.  I've been saying for years, get a power back that's also a good runner, aka has vision, let's hope he keeps running like he has been as of late.

On 11/15/2021 at 4:23 PM, EazyEaglez said:

Well they chose this dynamic by drafting Jalen Hurts. If they wanted to be pass happy then draft a pass first quarterback. 

So you still refuse to see that Hurts is throwing some excellent balls?

2 minutes ago, Infam said:

So you still refuse to see that Hurts is throwing some excellent balls?

He’s also missed on some passes too. The point I’m trying to make is that Hurts isn’t a pass first/pass only type of quarterback. If they wanted that guy then they should have drafted that type of a quarterback and not Hurts.