E-a-g-l-e-s!

[Eagles Green 34]

Way to go and do nothing!!!!!!

 

I love my team!!!!!!!

 

 

 

 

 

[ratbastard1 0]

Way to go and do nothing!!!!!!

 

I love my team!!!!!!!

 

 

cracked me up!

[Vikings4ever 568]

What are you talking about? They signed MATT SCHOBEL!!!

 

[Portis26 0]

Defensive end Howard visits Eagles

ROB MAADDI/AP

3/12/2006

 

 

PHILADELPHIA - One day after losing the player they really wanted, the Philadelphia Eagles turned their attention to other needs.

 

Defensive end Darren Howard visited the Eagles on Sunday, and was to remain in Philadelphia overnight. Howard said he didn't have any other visits planned and hoped to work out a deal with the Eagles.

 

"I like the situation. I like the team," Howard said. "It's a matter of getting a deal done."

 

Howard spent his first six seasons with the New Orleans Saints and twice reached double-digits in sacks. He would upgrade a defensive line that failed to generate much pressure on quarterbacks last season.

 

The Eagles were hoping to sign former Saints center LeCharles Bentley on the first day of the NFL's free agency period, and reportedly had reached a verbal agreement with the two-time Pro Bowl lineman. Instead, Bentley chose his hometown Cleveland Browns. So, Philadelphia switched its focus to the defensive line for now.

 

The 29-year-old Howard is coming off an injury-plagued season in which he had just 3 1/2 sacks in 12 games. It was a difficult year emotionally for Howard and his teammates because Hurricane Katrina wiped out New Orleans and forced the team to set up a temporary home in San Antonio.

 

"It was the longest 17 weeks I've ever been through. I wouldn't wish that on anybody," Howard said. "It was very stressful."

 

Described as a speed rusher and relentless pursuer, Howard had 11 sacks in 2000 and 2004. A second-round pick (33rd overall) from Kansas State in 2000, the 6-foot-3, 275-pound Howard had 44 1/2 sacks in six seasons with New Orleans. He didn't miss a game his first three years, but hasn't played an entire season since 2002, missing 15 games total.

 

Howard didn't play the final four games last season because of a knee injury. He missed two games with a neck injury and another with a knee injury in 2004, and sat out eight games with a dislocated right wrist in 2003.

 

"I'm healthy. I'm 100 percent," Howard said.

 

Howard twice was designated a franchise player by the Saints, but never signed a long-term contract and played under one-year deals each of the last two seasons.

 

Jevon Kearse and Trent Cole were Philadelphia's starting ends last season. Kearse, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, had 7 1/2 sacks while Cole had five as a rookie. However, the two combined for just one sack over the final six games.

 

Former first-round pick Jerome McDougle was expected to start opposite Kearse, but sat out the whole year after he was shot in the abdomen during a robbery attempt last summer.

 

The Eagles finished last in the NFC East with a 6-10 record after going to the playoffs five consecutive years and reaching the Super Bowl after the 2004 season.

 

They signed linebacker Shawn Barber to a one-year deal last week and are expected to aggressively pursue other free agents. Star wide receiver Terrell Owens, who was kicked off the team in November, will be released or traded before he's due to receive a $5 million roster bonus on Wednesday.

 

"I want to win. I want to get deep in the playoffs and go to the Super Bowl," Howard said. "The Eagles have established themselves as a team that consistently is going to be successful."

[Eagles Green 34]

Defensive end Howard visits Eagles

ROB MAADDI/AP

3/12/2006

PHILADELPHIA - One day after losing the player they really wanted, the Philadelphia Eagles turned their attention to other needs.

 

Defensive end Darren Howard visited the Eagles on Sunday, and was to remain in Philadelphia overnight. Howard said he didn't have any other visits planned and hoped to work out a deal with the Eagles.

 

"I like the situation. I like the team," Howard said. "It's a matter of getting a deal done."

 

Howard spent his first six seasons with the New Orleans Saints and twice reached double-digits in sacks. He would upgrade a defensive line that failed to generate much pressure on quarterbacks last season.

 

The Eagles were hoping to sign former Saints center LeCharles Bentley on the first day of the NFL's free agency period, and reportedly had reached a verbal agreement with the two-time Pro Bowl lineman. Instead, Bentley chose his hometown Cleveland Browns. So, Philadelphia switched its focus to the defensive line for now.

 

The 29-year-old Howard is coming off an injury-plagued season in which he had just 3 1/2 sacks in 12 games. It was a difficult year emotionally for Howard and his teammates because Hurricane Katrina wiped out New Orleans and forced the team to set up a temporary home in San Antonio.

 

"It was the longest 17 weeks I've ever been through. I wouldn't wish that on anybody," Howard said. "It was very stressful."

 

Described as a speed rusher and relentless pursuer, Howard had 11 sacks in 2000 and 2004. A second-round pick (33rd overall) from Kansas State in 2000, the 6-foot-3, 275-pound Howard had 44 1/2 sacks in six seasons with New Orleans. He didn't miss a game his first three years, but hasn't played an entire season since 2002, missing 15 games total.

 

Howard didn't play the final four games last season because of a knee injury. He missed two games with a neck injury and another with a knee injury in 2004, and sat out eight games with a dislocated right wrist in 2003.

 

"I'm healthy. I'm 100 percent," Howard said.

 

Howard twice was designated a franchise player by the Saints, but never signed a long-term contract and played under one-year deals each of the last two seasons.

 

Jevon Kearse and Trent Cole were Philadelphia's starting ends last season. Kearse, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, had 7 1/2 sacks while Cole had five as a rookie. However, the two combined for just one sack over the final six games.

 

Former first-round pick Jerome McDougle was expected to start opposite Kearse, but sat out the whole year after he was shot in the abdomen during a robbery attempt last summer.

 

The Eagles finished last in the NFC East with a 6-10 record after going to the playoffs five consecutive years and reaching the Super Bowl after the 2004 season.

 

They signed linebacker Shawn Barber to a one-year deal last week and are expected to aggressively pursue other free agents. Star wide receiver Terrell Owens, who was kicked off the team in November, will be released or traded before he's due to receive a $5 million roster bonus on Wednesday.

 

"I want to win. I want to get deep in the playoffs and go to the Super Bowl," Howard said. "The Eagles have established themselves as a team that consistently is going to be successful."

 

 

He'll be good for 8 games this season.

 

 

Can he play WR?

[Franknbeans 46]

http://www.fantasytailgate.com/RUMORS.html

 

Javon Walker ESPN Radio reports that the Eagles have offered a 3rd and Hollis Thomas for Javon Walker.

 

Darren Howard According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, defensive end Darren Howard will sign with the Philadelphia Eagles.

 

Jamal Lewis The Associated Press reports free agent RB Jamal Lewis (Ravens) will visit with the Denver Broncos Monday, March 13, according to agent Mitch Frankel.

 

Drew Brees The Miami Herald reports that the Saints are offering about $3 million more in guaranteed money than the Dolphins, and the New Orleans Times-Picayune reports that the Saints have made it known they will out-bid anyone for Brees' services.

 

Lavar Arrington Message Board rumors are swirling that Arrington will sign with the New York GIants.

 

Josh McCown The Star-Tribune reports McCown has scheduled visits to Detroit, New Orleans, Miami and Buffalo. Minnesota is another possiblity.

 

Daunte Culpepper ESPN.com reports with the Titans and Raiders having dropped out of trade talks to acquire QB Daunte Culpepper from Minnesota, the Dolphins appear to be the only suitor remaining. But Culpepper is second to Drew Brees on the Miami shopping list.

 

Jeb Putzier The Houston Texans are interested in signing TE Jeb Putzier according to Chron.com

 

Ty Law Once the Chiefs clear some cap space, look for them to show a strong interest in Law, writes Pro Football Weekly. Law is also visted with the Bengals.

 

Adam Vinatieri The Boston Herald indicates Vinatieri could have a new home by Monday, citing an agent who represents more than one available kicker as saying, "My gut, my informed opinion, tells me Adam is gone." Among the teams still in need of a top-flight kicker are the Cowboys, Packers, Falcons and Colts.

 

John Abraham Although several teams have interest in trading for Abraham, the Broncos appear to have the best chance at landing the defensive end, according to Newsday.

 

Terrell Owens The Broncos won't deny they're interested in Owens. But reports that suggest Owens is almost a sure thing to end up in Denver are off the mark, according to team owner Pat Bowlen. A situation is brewing in Dallas where Keyshawn could leave and TO could wind up in Big "D" according to ESPN.

 

Patrick Ramsey The New York Post is reporting that Ramsey could become a Jet within days.

 

Will Allen Allen, whom the Giants will not try to re-sign, is being pursued by the Cardinals, Newsday is reporting.

 

Kevin Mawae Recently released by the Jets, Mawae visited the Dolphins and Bills. According to the Arizona Republic, the Cardinals are pursuing the six-time Pro Bowl center.

 

Eric Moulds The new labor deal will make it easier for the Bills to keep wide receiver Eric Moulds, but the team still has needs at defensive tackle, offensive tackle, safety and wide receiver. According to the Buffalo News, this means that Moulds' place on the roster is not guaranteed.

 

Sam Adams Three-time Pro Bowl selection, Sam Adams, who finished his 12th season with a career-low 19 tackles for Buffalo, could be heading to Miami according to the Sun-Sentinel.

 

Kerry Collins The Ravens are looking to sign a quarterback to challenge incumbent Kyle Boller, and Collins is considered their top option, according to The Baltimore Sun.

 

Jerry Azumah After undergoing hip surgery, Azumah's future remains unclear. The cornerback is set to become an unrestricted free agent, but might be forced into retirment, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

 

Brett Favre The Green Bay Press-Gazette reports Favre still hasn't made a final decision regarding his future, but at this point he appears much closer to calling it quits than returning for another season.

 

Ricky Williams According to the Denver Post, the Broncos may consider dealing for Williams, depending on the asking price. The Texans have also been mentioned as a potential suitor.

 

49ers QB - Pro Football Weekly reports the Niners will try hard to acquire an experienced quarterback in the offseason. Signal-callers who have worked with new coordinator Norv Turner and whom the team might consider include the Jets' Jay Fiedler, the Dolphins' Sage Rosenfels and the Patriots' ageless Doug Flutie.

[BiPolarBear 495]

http://www.fantasytailgate.com/RUMORS.html

 

ESPN Radio reports that the Eagles have offered a 3rd and Hollis Thomas for Javon Walker.

 

Maybe the Eagles could sweeten the deal by offering to take back Hollis Thomas.

[Ignignokt 0]

Maybe the Eagles could sweeten the deal by offering to take back Hollis Thomas.

[Mark Buffington 3]

Nice!

 

Locked up Howard for 6 years!

[surferskin 30]

Nice!

 

Locked up Howard for 6 years!

 

 

how did those eagles/redskins predictions turn out for ya?

[Mark Buffington 3]

how did those eagles/redskins predictions turn out for ya?

I never made a prediction, MDC predicted the Skins wouldn't make the playoffs. He was wrong.

 

I stated the Redskins were overrated. I was right.

[surferskin 30]

I never made a prediction, MDC predicted the Skins wouldn't make the playoffs. He was wrong.

 

I stated the Redskins were overrated. I was right.

 

 

overrated

[D'ohmer Simpson 0]

Nice!

 

Locked up Howard for 6 years!

 

 

The Eagles have a 1 p.m. press conference today to announce the signing of defensive end Darren Howard to a six-year contract. Howard fits in perfectly with what the Eagles do defensively: He is a speed rusher who attacks the edge and reaches the quarterback. Twice Howard has reached double digits in his career and twice he has been named a franchise player by the New Orleans Saints, moves that prevented him from reaching free agency for two years.

But as a free agent this season, Howard was a prime target of the Eagles, who believe he will add a great boost to the pass rush. Howard now teams with linebacker Shawn Barber to give the Eagles defense a new look for 2006 ...

For all of the latest free agency coverage, visit PhiladelphiaEagles.com.

 

[Force of Two 0]

Thanks god this board is back!

 

On to the Birds...

 

I feel extremely let down and though Im apprehensive of just ripping them but we had a lot of build up from several journalists and radio personalites in the city and we got basically nothing....

 

It also doesnt look like anything else is coming down the pike....

 

Darren Howard is a nice player but he should have been more like icing on the cake and not the entree.

 

They still have a hole at Jones OLB Position, need a WR who can consistently get open (I dont need a burner just a pro who gets first downs and a bit of help on the 0-Line would be nice.

 

It feels like once the Bentley thing fell through they had no backup plan whatsoever....and that in itself is disconcerting.

 

Maybe this is a pre-cursor that Runyan will be back and we will add a couple of mid-level guys sometime during the week.

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Let me know if Crestwood shows up on this thread. He owes me a name change 3 months overdue

 

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[D'ohmer Simpson 0]

I feel extremely let down and though Im apprehensive of just ripping them but we had a lot of build up from several journalists and radio personalites in the city and we got basically nothing....

 

Rule #1. Don't beleive in, get hyped about, or take with much truth anything Angelo Cataldi says.

[Force of Two 0]

Rule #1. Don't beleive in, get hyped about, or take with much truth anything Angelo Cataldi says.

 

I dont take anything that clown says for truth...he's a blowhard with very little information credibility.

 

Im disappointed because unlike other years I think this team has some glaring holes and it appears that the team disagrees...if this team thinks that just getting healthy and getting rid of its best player (owens) no matter what a headache he is, is going to bring us back to 12-4 I think they are kidding themselves.