Nicholas Morrow

[Erie]

Maybe Trotter's knees had time to grow back. 

[EazyEaglez]

On 6/13/2023 at 9:57 PM, Road to Victory said:

Are you serious or just trolling? 

I’m not even sure Morrow starts. 

He runs a 4.5 40 time so in the minds of some that means he’s good. 

[EazyEaglez]

"Nicholas Morrow, linebacker

Those of you who have been clamoring to see Nakobe Dean on the field will see your wishes granted. He will carry the green dot on his helmet and play the role of quarterback on the defense. The next guy on the depth chart appears to be Nicholas Morrow. Think of him as the 'Kyzir White' to Nakobe's 'T.J. Edwards'. There's an interesting dynamic at work here though.

 

As far as the linebacker unit is concerned, we heard a lot about Nolan Smith and the steadily-improving Christian Elliss. Morrow didn't really stand out during the two practices where media was allowed access.

He'll make the team. He will contribute, but that's something to keep an eye on.”

 

https://insidetheiggles.com/posts/6-philadelphia-eagles-stock-fallen-training-camp/2
 

Same article stating Quez’s stock fell, also wrote the same about Morrow. I guess there’s more to football than just being fast even in pads only. 🤷‍♂️

 

[EazyEaglez]

On 6/8/2023 at 2:57 PM, EagleVA said:

There were a lot of great additions to the roster thus far and I think Nicholas Morrow should be considered one of them.

I can't recall any Eagles LB that's impressed my as much as Morrow, dude can do it all, sideline to sideline run stopper, excellent pass coverage, excellent blitzer, and a hitter, I think he solidified the defense.

Well maybe not. 😂🤣😂

[Penn7980]

With the signing of 2 LBs, Morrow's stock seems sliding.  The 2 new LBs are league vets with plenty of experience.  Morrow is not a lock to make the roster, if his plays don't pick up.

[UK_EaglesFan89]

3 hours ago, Penn7980 said:

With the signing of 2 LBs, Morrow's stock seems sliding.  The 2 new LBs are league vets with plenty of experience.  Morrow is not a lock to make the roster, if his plays don't pick up.

Agreed he’s not a lock to make the roster. I think it will come down to him or Cunningham for a roster spot. I think Dean makes it and I think Jack will make it too. Beyond that it’ll come down to whether they keep 4 or 5 LBs (most likely 4) because I think Elliss gets a spot too.

[EagleVA]

On 8/6/2023 at 4:46 AM, EazyEaglez said:

Well maybe not. 😂🤣😂

You hear most coaches say practice like it's a real game but fact of the matter is some players are much better game day players than they are practice players, so I'm taking the point of view of let's see who plays better in the games.

BTW, that's the same pov I have with the right guard battle.

[Penn7980]

19 hours ago, UK_EaglesFan89 said:

Agreed he’s not a lock to make the roster. I think it will come down to him or Cunningham for a roster spot. I think Dean makes it and I think Jack will make it too. Beyond that it’ll come down to whether they keep 4 or 5 LBs (most likely 4) because I think Elliss gets a spot too.

That sounds about right

[EazyEaglez]

7 hours ago, EagleVA said:

You hear most coaches say practice like it's a real game but fact of the matter is some players are much better game day players than they are practice players, so I'm taking the point of view of let's see who plays better in the games.

BTW, that the same pov I have with the right guard battle.

You have to make the team to play in games. What do you think they’re saving him like he’s some kind of secret weapon or something? Your boy Morrow is the primary reason they went out to get veteran linebackers, because he was stinking up the joint. 

[EagleVA]

27 minutes ago, EazyEaglez said:

You have to make the team to play in games. 

I'm talking preseason games, I'm sure most if not all of the LBs will get on the field including Dean if healthy.

[Talonblood]

Somebody has to do it, so.....

SUPER BoooooowwwwllllllZZZZZZZZZ!!!!

[brkmsn]

I'm not sure what the coaches' current opinion of Morrow is, But I think the recent signings are 2 players that played ILB. Morrow is not an ILB. He's a WLB. The Eagles covet LBs that can cover at WLB. That is not Cunningham's forte at all. So why would we need ILBs? Because Dean twisted his ankle and has been missing practice. They'll want to make sure it isn't a lingering issue when the season begins. So they have 2 additions and 1 subtraction (Taylor). The only proof we have of them not being impressed with anybody is Taylor. 

 

When it comes to Morrow, I just think that Elliss has just been doing a surprisingly good job and the team is giving him every opportunity to progress and ultimately win the job. When the Eagles cut the roster to 53, it won't be surprising if one or both of Jack and Cunningham are released. 

[Traveler Vic]

2 hours ago, brkmsn said:

I'm not sure what the coaches' current opinion of Morrow is, But I think the recent signings are 2 players that played ILB. Morrow is not an ILB. He's a WLB. The Eagles covet LBs that can cover at WLB. That is not Cunningham's forte at all. So why would we need ILBs? Because Dean twisted his ankle and has been missing practice. They'll want to make sure it isn't a lingering issue when the season begins. So they have 2 additions and 1 subtraction (Taylor). The only proof we have of them not being impressed with anybody is Taylor. 

 

When it comes to Morrow, I just think that Elliss has just been doing a surprisingly good job and the team is giving him every opportunity to progress and ultimately win the job. When the Eagles cut the roster to 53, it won't be surprising if one or both of Jack and Cunningham are released. 

Maybe. However I am hearing some positive feedback on Cunningham. I would wait a few weeks before I make any judgements. It's always funny how people project the roster depth before the end of the training camp.

[EazyEaglez]

"Christian Elliss

Even with the new linebacker additions of Myles Jack and Zach Cunningham, Elliss is still in the mix to start at off-ball linebacker next to Dean. He had two tackles for loss on Sunday, one when D'Andre Swift was carrying the ball. Elliss continues to find the football and be in the right spot. 

Elliss is on this roster, but where he fits in the grand scheme of things is uncertain. At the worst, he provides excellent depth at off-ball linebacker.”

This is the only linebacker I keep hearing good things about excluding the pass rush guys of course. 

[EazyEaglez]

8 hours ago, EagleVA said:

I'm talking preseason games, I'm sure most if not all of the LBs will get on the field including Dean if healthy.

I think we will find out how they truly feel about Morrow if he actually plays a lot in preseason. If he does then he’s in trouble. 

[EagleVA]

On 8/8/2023 at 2:16 PM, EazyEaglez said:

I think we will find out how they truly feel about Morrow if he actually plays a lot in preseason. If he does then he’s in trouble. 

If the want to make the best decisions they should give all the LBs equal time with starters and backups in both the preseason games and the joint practices.

I just hope they don't make a decision like Morrow is in trouble if he plays a lot in preseason, only a big mess would think like that before taking a good look/see, wouldn't you agree? 

[EazyEaglez]

34 minutes ago, EagleVA said:

If the want to make the best decisions they should give all the LBs equal time with starters and backups in both the preseason games and the joint practices.

I just hope they don't make a decision like Morrow in trouble if he plays a lot in preseason, only a big mess would think like that before taking a good look/see, wouldn't you agree? 

Just remember that the Eagles do not consider the preseason games as much of anything other than letting some backup guys earn spots. They believe they get more out of joint practices with other teams than actually playing in the preseason games. If you are seeing Morrow, but you aren’t seeing some of the other guys (considering most of these guys aren’t that good to begin with ) that isn’t a good sign. Does Morrow play special teams? Does he contribute anything other than a guy getting the breaks beat off him by Goedert all camp? All I know is no one is saying much about Morrow in a positive way. Heck someone just posted both Jack and Cunningham attributed themselves well when they practiced and they just got here. If Morrow wants to be here then he better ride to the competition like Quez Watkins has so for or he won’t be here. 

[brkmsn]

4 hours ago, EazyEaglez said:

I think we will find out how they truly feel about Morrow if he actually plays a lot in preseason. If he does then he’s in trouble. 

If Elliss has already moved ahead of Morrow, I would expect to see Morrow play a lot in preseason. There's a good chance, though, that Elliss will also get an extended look and stay in longer than most starters. It's not like he has tons of experience on his resume. 

Even if the Eagles know who their starters are, there are still at least a couple backup spots up for grabs as well. I would think that at least one of Morrow / Cunningham / Myles sticks around to provide veteran experience that the starters can learn from. Last year, Dean, Bradley, and Elliss were all key ST players. So if Dean and Elliss become starters, will their respective ST roles reduce? If that happens, the two backups had better be able to be key ST contributors. 

Special teams Snap Counts:

Myles Jack

Regular Season

					Games		Off.		Def.		ST
Year	Age	Tm	Pos	No.	G	GS	Num	Pct	Num	Pct	Num	Pct ▼
Career							0		5431		435
6 yrs		JAX			88	82	0		4739		380
1 yr		PIT			15	13	0		692		55
2016	21	JAX	RLB	44	16	10	0	0%	239	22%	203	42%
2018	23	JAX	MLB	44	16	16	0	0%	1024	100%	92	22%
2017	22	JAX	RLB	44	16	16	0	0%	1013	98%	84	17%
2022	27	PIT	LB	51	15	13	0	0%	692	71%	55	14%
2019	24	JAX	MLB	44	11	11	0	0%	613	86%	1	0%
2020	25	JAX	LLB	44	14	14	0	0%	931	95%	0	0%
2021	26	JAX	RILB	44	15	15	0	0%	919	94%	0	0%

 

Nicolas Morrow

Regular Season

					Games		Off.		Def.		ST
Year	Age	Tm	Pos	No.	G	GS	Num	Pct	Num	Pct	Num	Pct ▼
Career							0		3505		873
4 yrs		LVR-OAK			62	29	0		2419		782
1 yr		CHI			17	17	0		1086		91
2018	23	OAK	LLB	50	16	5	0	0%	416	41%	282	64%
2019	24	OAK	RLB	50	16	8	0	0%	728	70%	206	48%
2017	22	OAK	RLB	50	16	5	0	0%	552	53%	179	42%
2020	25	LVR	LLB	50	14	11	0	0%	723	75%	115	29%
2022	27	CHI	LB	53	17	17	0	0%	1086	100%	91	21%

 

Zach Cunningham

Regular Season

					Games		Off.		Def.		ST
Year	Age	Tm	Pos	No.	G	GS	Num	Pct	Num	Pct	Num	Pct ▼
Career							0		4304		565
5 yrs		HOU			72	66	0		3946		540
2 yrs		TEN			10	10	0		358		25
2017	23	HOU	RILB	41	16	13	0	0%	812	79%	210	43%
2019	25	HOU	RILB	41	16	16	0	0%	942	88%	134	32%
2020	26	HOU	LILB	41	16	16	0	0%	945	85%	124	28%
2018	24	HOU	RILB	41	14	14	0	0%	753	81%	68	17%
2022	28	TEN	LB	41	6	6	0	0%	205	49%	11	7%
2021	27	2TM	LB/RLB		14	11	0		647		18

 

Shaun Bradley

Regular Season

					Games		Off.		Def.		ST
Year	Age	Tm	Pos	No.	G	GS	Num	Pct	Num	Pct	Num	Pct ▼
Career							0		131		878
2022	25	PHI	LB	54	15	0	0	0%	0	0%	314	80%
2021	24	PHI	LB	54	15	1	0	0%	55	6%	280	71%
2020	23	PHI	LB	54	15	0	0	0%	76	7%	284	68%

 

 

As far as special teams go, it looks like Bradley and Morrow have the edge. They are also the two cheaper options. 

[SkippyX]

Is it Saturday yet?  We need to get these guys some reps.

[time2rock]

13 hours ago, EazyEaglez said:

Just remember that the Eagles do not consider the preseason games as much of anything other than letting some backup guys earn spots. They believe they get more out of joint practices with other teams than actually playing in the preseason games. If you are seeing Morrow, but you aren’t seeing some of the other guys (considering most of these guys aren’t that good to begin with ) that isn’t a good sign. Does Morrow play special teams? Does he contribute anything other than a guy getting the breaks beat off him by Goedert all camp? All I know is no one is saying much about Morrow in a positive way. Heck someone just posted both Jack and Cunningham attributed themselves well when they practiced and they just got here. If Morrow wants to be here then he better ride to the competition like Quez Watkins has so for or he won’t be here. 

Based on how light the training camp practices are under Sirianni (relative to the rest of the league and compared to the past), it seems obvious they also don't play them much in the preseason games because they want to avoid risking injury in mostly meaningless games (only meaningful to get a look at the fringe players to see who should round out the DC but guessing that is limited to only a few spots).  But off-ball LB is a position where you can't really say any player is a lock to start so guessing all healthy bodies will get their fair share of snaps.  

[PoconoDon]

3 hours ago, time2rock said:

Based on how light the training camp practices are under Sirianni (relative to the rest of the league and compared to the past), it seems obvious they also don't play them much in the preseason games because they want to avoid risking injury in mostly meaningless games (only meaningful to get a look at the fringe players to see who should round out the DC but guessing that is limited to only a few spots).  But off-ball LB is a position where you can't really say any player is a lock to start so guessing all healthy bodies will get their fair share of snaps.  

Makes a lot of sense. We'll see if that's the approach.

[Kz!]

Is it time to bump this thread?

[EazyEaglez]

And just like that Morrow is gone. 

[judunno]

40 minutes ago, EazyEaglez said:

And just like that Morrow is gone. 

It was always toMorrow with that guy. Maybe he'll be back in November.

[UK_EaglesFan89]

I’m a little surprised by this just because we are all scarily thin at LB. Appreciate that Morrow wasn’t great but you still need bodies.