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Eagles’ DeMeco Ryans ‘the leader Philly didn’t have’

Published: May 17, 2012

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Eagles linebacker Casey Matthews thinks free-agent acquisition DeMeco Ryans is the leader the defense was missing last year, even if Ryans stands to take his job.
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Eagles LT Jason Peters ruptures his Achilles again

Published: May 15, 2012

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The Eagles received some devastating news Monday. Left tackle Jason Peters reportedly ruptured his Achilles’ tendon again during rehabilitation.
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Andy Reid: I’d recommend Donovan McNabb to teams

Published: May 14, 2012

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Donovan McNabb is still looking for a job, and he has a willing reference in Andy Reid, who told NFL Network he’d recommend the former star QB to a team looking for a veteran.
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Fletcher Cox cursed out by coach

Published: May 13, 2012

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There is more than one way to say “Welcome to the NFL.” The version Eagles defensive coordinator Juan Castillo gave first-round pick Fletcher Cox just had a bit more spice.
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DJax to McCoy: Don’t ’strong-arm’ Eagles with holdout

Published: May 12, 2012

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Eagles RB LeSean McCoy is in the final year of a contract he’s certainly outplayed, but teammate DeSean Jackson is urging his teammate to steer clear of the mistakes he made last summer.
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Philadelphia Eagles sign second-rounder Mychal Kendricks

Published: May 11, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles signed their second-round draft pick to a four-year deal. Linebacker Mychal Kendricks of Cal is the first Eagles draft pick to sign with the team, but the rest are expected to follow soon.
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Eagles agree to terms with picks Curry, Kelly, McNutt

Published: May 10, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles announced they have agreed to terms on contracts with three of their draft picks: second-rounder defensive end Vinny Curry, fifth-rounder offensive tackle Dennis Kelly and sixth-rounder wide receiver Marvin McNutt.
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Cris Carter: I made payments for protection, not injuries

Published: May 9, 2012

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Former NFL wide receiver Cris Carter clarified his previous comments about participating in a “bounty” system, saying that he paid teammates to protect him rather than injure opposing players.
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Cris Carter reveals he used bounties while with Vikings, Eagles

Published: May 8, 2012

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Cris Carter doesn’t see the Saints’ bounty program as anything new in the NFL. In fact, he admitted Tuesday that he offered money for hits during his 16-year career.
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Terrell Owens faces his children’s mothers on ‘Dr. Phil’

Published: May 7, 2012

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Terrell Owens, who reportedly made $ 80 million in the NFL but now claims to have little money left, will face off with three of the mothers of his children on “Dr. Phil” on Tuesday.
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Philadelphia Eagles trade for No. 12 pick, take Fletcher Cox

Published: May 5, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles selected Mississippi State defensive tackle Fletcher Cox after trading up to the No. 12 pick by giving the Seattle Seahawks the No. 15 pick as well as their fourth- and sixth-round picks.
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Andy Reid drafts another development QB in Nick Foles

Published: May 4, 2012

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Andy Reid loves drafting quarterbacks, developing them and trading them away for a plethora of draft picks. He might have begun the process again with Nick Foles.
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Philadelphia pick Vinny Curry is a really big Eagles fan

Published: May 3, 2012

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Vinny Curry wouldn’t let a TV crew into his house on draft day because he didn’t want to take down his Eagles gear. Then Philadelphia came calling, making Curry’s lifelong dream come true.
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Undrafted RB Chris Polk agrees to join Philadelphia Eagles

Published: May 2, 2012

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Washington’s Chris Polk was projected by some as high as a second-round prospect, but was not among the 253 players selected in this year’s draft. As soon as the draft ended, the phone began to ring.
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Eagles GM not adding veteran behind RB LeSean McCoy

Published: May 1, 2012

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Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman on Monday said he did not have any plans to bring in a veteran running back to lighten the load for workhorse LeSean McCoy.
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Philadelphia Eagles take Fletcher Cox to stop QB-driven NFL

Published: April 30, 2012

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Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid looks to first round pick defensive tackle Fletcher Cox to force pressure on quarterback driven league. Forget stopping the run, he’s more focused on forcing quarterback errors.
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Philadelphia Eagles RB LeSean McCoy was ‘overplayed’ last year

Published: April 29, 2012

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At 23 years old, should LeSean McCoy be watching how many carries he gets per game? Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid says he thinks he probably ‘overplayed’ the star running back last season.
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Philadelphia Eagles to retire Brian Dawkins’ jersey No. 20

Published: April 28, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles will retire safety Brian Dawkins’ jersey No. 20 during a nationally televised Week 4 game against the New York Giants, team owner Jeffrey Lurie said Saturday.
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Andy Reid sees beauty in new Eagles DT Fletcher Cox

Published: April 27, 2012

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Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but Andy Reid’s definition of beauty must be related to one’s on-field performance. The Eagles coach was so enamored with DT Fletcher Cox, he traded up for him.
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Asante Samuel happy to join Atlanta Falcons in trade

Published: April 26, 2012

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Asante Samuel is excited to be with the Atlanta Falcons after a trying 2011 season and offseason with the Philadelphia Eagles.
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Eagles’ Asante Samuel close to joining Atlanta Falcons

Published: April 25, 2012

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The Atlanta Falcons are finalizing contract details with cornerback Asante Samuel, according to sources with knowledge of the situation told NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora on Wednesday.
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Cerrato: Redskins almost drafted LeSean McCoy

Published: April 24, 2012

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Let’s take a trip back in time to 2009, when Vinny Cerrato was running the Redskins. According to Cerrato, he wanted to draft LeSean McCoy. If it only wasn’t for that meddlesome RB coach!
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Brian Dawkins will be remembered for leadership

Published: April 23, 2012

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In addition to incredible toughness and smarts, Brian Dawkins might be remembered most for his leadership. That, Gregg Rosenthal writes, is why the 16-year veteran is worthy of the Hall of Fame.
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Eagles’ Howie Roseman: We reached for need in past

Published: April 22, 2012

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Eagles general manager Howie Roseman was candid at his pre-draft press conference on Thursday about the mistakes he’s made in the past. And there have been a few.
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Eagles GM reiterates organization’s support for Michael Vick

Published: April 21, 2012

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Reports have linked the Eagles to Peyton Manning and Ryan Tannehill, but GM Howie Roseman assured Thursday that Michael Vick isn’t leaving Philadelphia anytime soon.
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Asante Samuel reportedly targeted by Denver Broncos in trade

Published: April 20, 2012

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The Denver Broncos expressed interest in acquiring four-time Pro Bowl cornerback Asante Samuel from the Philadelphia Eagles, two sources told the Denver Post on Thursday.
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Donovan McNabb believes he’s a Hall of Famer

Published: April 19, 2012

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Donovan McNabb has quickly gone from star QB to guy looking for a job, pondering his legacy. That’s right: It’s time for the McNabb-to-Canton discussion, and McNabb himself is leading it.
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Report: Eagles protected in DeSean Jackson deal

Published: April 18, 2012

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As is so often the case with NFL contracts, things aren’t as simple as they appear to be. The deal WR DeSean Jackson signed with the Eagles was very team-friendly.
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Michael Vick urges Ala. lawmakers to raise cockfighting penalties

Published: April 17, 2012

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Michael Vick has made another effort to say animal cruelty is wrong, urging Alabama lawmakers to increase penalties for cockfighting.
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Mike Patterson ready for Eagles camp after brain surgery

Published: April 16, 2012

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Last year, After suffering a siezure during training camp defensive tackle Mike Patterson was diagnosed with arteriovenous malformation. After having brain surgery to correct the problem he plans on making team camp.
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Eagles, Rams reportedly eye Browns’ top pick in NFL draft

Published: April 14, 2012

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The Cleveland Browns are well-versed in trading down in the first round of the NFL draft, and a recent report indicates the team could have several options if it wants to do so again this year.
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LeSean McCoy deserves to get paid, but how much?

Published: April 13, 2012

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LeSean McCoy is one of football’s best bargains right now, but the time is approaching for the Eagles to pony up. The intriguing part is trying to figure out where McCoy fits in the RB pay scale.
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Derek Landri returns to Eagles on one-year contract

Published: April 10, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles agreed Monday to a one-year contract with defensive tackle Derek Landri, who rejoins what he called “the best defensive line in the NFL last year,” according to the team’s official website.
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With draft looming, player visits kick into high gear

Published: April 8, 2012

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Player visits don’t tell us everything (or sometimes anything) about how teams will proceed come draft day, but hosting a prospect gives an entire organization the chance to assess a player.
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Vick: Jackson must work harder than before big payday

Published: April 7, 2012

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Now that the Philadelphia Eagles have paid DeSean Jackson, quarterback Michael Vick expects to see the productive receiver from 2010, not the one who suffered through a disappointing 2011 season.
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Asomugha works out in Philly with teammates

Published: April 6, 2012

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Last offseason, people took one look at Philly’s CB trio of Nnamdi Asomugha, Asante Samuel and Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie and penciled them in for greatness. It wasn’t that easy.
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Eagles agree to terms on five-year deal with OT Bell

Published: April 5, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles and offensive tackle Demetress Bell have agreed to terms on a five-year deal, the team announced Wednesday.
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Eagles say LT Peters has successful surgery to fix Achilles

Published: April 4, 2012

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The Philadelphia Eagles announced Tuesday that left tackle Jason Peters underwent successful surgery this morning to repair his ruptured right Achilles tendon.
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Hard to think Eagles are players in hunt for Tannehill

Published: April 2, 2012

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Perhaps it’s just a team doing its due diligence, but the Eagles were set to watch Ryan Tannehill go through a private workout Monday. Could Philly be a possible landing spot for the Texas A&M QB?
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Eagles could rely on free agency to replace LT Peters

Published: April 1, 2012

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The Eagles were rocked on Friday with news that star left tackle Jason Peters could be on the shelf until 2013. With the draft light on options, Philly might be forced to rely on the free-agent pool.
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Eagles’ Samuel reportedly would cut earnings to facilitate trade

Published: March 31, 2012

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Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel might be willing to shave as much as $ 2.5 million off his earnings for next season to facilitate the team’s efforts to trade him, according to a Saturday report in the Philadelphia Daily News.
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Reid: ‘I goofed’ at linebacker and safety last season

Published: March 30, 2012

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Andy Reid is trying to move forward from his disappointing 2011 campaign by owning up to his mistakes. The Eagles’ biggest problem? They weren’t ready at linebacker and safety. Reid believes they’ve fixed their issues now.
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Reid discusses Eagles’ three-headed monster at CB

Published: March 29, 2012

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Philadelphia’s front office has voiced its willingness to trade Pro Bowl CB Asante Samuel, but if he sticks around, Andy Reid must find a way to use every one of his talented corners.
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Report: Titans interested in trading for Eagles’ Samuel

Published: March 28, 2012

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It’s no secret Eagles CB Asante Samuel is available through trade, and the Tennessee Titans might be game. It’s a move that works for both teams, if a few road blocks can smoothed over.
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Eagles reportedly wanted Manning; QB didn’t like NFC East

Published: March 27, 2012

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While the Eagles weren’t among the serious contenders for Peyton Manning, it wasn’t because they didn’t make an attempt to land the four-time MVP.
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Report: Eagles put CB Samuel on trading block

Published: March 26, 2012

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Disgruntled Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Asante Samuel could find himself playing for a new team next season.
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Reid shows resolve after reportedly almost leaving

Published: March 25, 2012

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Andy Reid reportedly came close to walking away from the Eagles. But since deciding otherwise, the NFL’s longest-tenured coach has set himself up well for what could be a win-or-else 2012.
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Report: Eagles’ McCoy was offered extension averaging $6M

Published: March 24, 2012

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Sometime in the past year, the Philadelphia Eagles offered running back LeSean McCoy a contract that would have paid him just $ 6 million per season, the Philadelphia Daily News reported Saturday.
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Reid’s reported interest in Manning might irk Vick

Published: March 23, 2012

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The Peyton Manning derby is in the books, but juicy reports about Andy Reid’s interest in the four-time MVP raise questions about another superstar QB: Michael Vick, the (possibly miffed) Eagles starter.
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Eagles LB Ryans embraces new city after unexpected trade

Published: March 22, 2012

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A day after being traded to Philadelphia in a surprising deal with Houston, new Eagles linebacker DeMeco Ryans on Wednesday met the media, toured his new team’s complex,
addressed his new city, and then attended the 76ers game.
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