Eagles Would Be Wise to Part Ways with Alex Henery

Alex Henery's struggles against the Saints both kicking field goals and getting deep kickoffs were a microcosm for his 2013 and the reason the Eagles likely will move in a new direction. (Image courtesy of Philly.com) The frigid temperatures of Lambeau Field didn't seem to impact kickers Phil Dawson or Mason crosby on Sunday afternoon. In […]

Matt Lombardo  •  06 Jan 2014
NFC Wild Card: Eagles vs Saints Open Discussion Thread

The Philadelphia Eagles host the New Orleans Saints in the first playoff game at Lincoln Financial Field since January 2011 Saturday night's winner advances to the NFC Divisional Playoffs against the Carolina Panthers next Sunday at 1pm. Use the comment section of this post to discuss tonight's game. 

Matt Lombardo  •  04 Jan 2014
LeSean McCoy Says Eagles Ready to Fly

Eagles running back LeSean McCoy says the Eagles are built for the playoffs in advance of Saturday night's Eagles-Saints NFC wild card game.  There seems to be a simple equation to winning in the NFL playoffs in recent years.  Being able to run the football.  Getting dynamic and consistent quarterback play. Having a solid defense. […]

Matt Lombardo  •  02 Jan 2014
Saints’ Sean Payton Sees High Ceiling For Kelly, Foles

Sean Payton's road map to success for the Saints could be a model for Chip Kelly, Eagles.  Sean Payton knows a thing or two about developing quarterbacks and dynamic offenses. Payton's aerial attack has set NFL records in recent years thanks in large part to the play of Drew Brees who reached his Hall of […]

Matt Lombardo  •  02 Jan 2014
Earl Wolff’s Status Up In The Air For Saints Game

Eagles rookie safety Earl Wolff, in spite of sounding confident he'll make a Saturday return, did not practice Wednesday. Image courtesy of Philly.com Anyone who witnessed with Dallas Cowboys tight end Jason Witten and Dez Bryant did to Patrick Chung and the Eagles secondary on Sunday night understands the value of rookie safety Earl Wolff.  In […]

Matt Lombardo  •  01 Jan 2014