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Watch Out Cardinals, Brian Westbrook's Knee is Feeling Good

Enrico Campitelli — 2009-01-17T12:50:00 00:00

Filed under: Arizona Cardinals, Eagles, NFC East, NFL Media Watch

ESPN made big news out of Sal Paolantonio's report earlier in the week that Brian Westbrook reinjured his knee in the Eagles win over the Giants at the Meadowlands, but as our own Ryan Wilson surmised, the tweak was just another day at the office for No. 36. According to the Philadelphia Inquirer, the ESPN report later changed the word "reinjured" to "tweaked."

Westbrook participated in practice on Friday at the NovaCare complex in South Philadelphia before flying to Arizona later in the day and said the knee "feels good," even better than it did last week. This could be bad news for Cardinals fans.

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Eagles Take Slim 16-14 Lead Over Vikes Into 2nd Half

Enrico Campitelli — 2009-01-04T18:32:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, Vikings

The Eagles take a 16-14 lead into the second half thanks in part to an Asante Samuel pick-six. The interception return was capped off by Eagles defensive lineman Chris Clemons pancaking Tarvaris Jackson, who made a weak attempt at trying to make up for a poor pass. Keep a look out for this hit on the weekly highlight reel.

While the Eagles hold a slim lead, the Vikings get the ball to start the second half and have had a good deal of success moving the ball against the Eagles defense. Adrian Peterson was right when he said earlier in the week that the Eagles can give up the big run play. AP broke a 40-yard run wide open and later plugged in a short three-yarder.

We've got a tight one in Minnesota and this game will likely come down to a battle of field position and who can win the turnover battle. With Jackson being banged up and AP's tendency to cough up the ball, we're betting on the Birds.

For live updates and hilarious banter check out the Eagles-Vikings Live Chat.

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A Beaten Tony Romo Collapses in Shower

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-12-28T23:29:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Cowboys, Eagles, NFC East, NFL Injuries

Jim Johnson's defense brought the heat on Sunday and Tony Romo was the unhappy recipient of the Eagles' swarming blitzes and constant pressure. According to the Dallas News blog, Romo's back was causing him so much pain following the game that he collapsed in the shower and needed two people to help him down a single step.

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Philadelphia Eagles running back Correll Buckhalter (L) breaks a tackle from the Dallas Cowboys cornerback Adam Jones during the third quarter of NFL football game action in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania December 28, 2008. REUTERS/Tim Shaffer (UNITED STATES)

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Cornerback Asante Samuel #22 of the Philadelphia Eagles breaks up a pass intended for wide receiver Roy E. Williams #11 of the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Asante Samuel;Roy E. Williams

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Running back Brian Westbrook #36 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs the ball during the game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brian Westbrook

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Quarterback Tony Romo #9 of the Dallas Cowboys throws a pass while getting hit by defensive end Trent Cole #58 of the Philadelphia Eagles on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Tony Romo;Trent Cole

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Wide receiver Terrell Owens #81 of the Dallas Cowboys runs the ball during the game against the Philadelphia Eagles on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Terrell Owens

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Linebacker Stewart Bradley #55 of the Philadelphia Eagles tackles wide receiver Terrell Owens #81 of the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Stewart Bradley;Terrell Owens

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Tight end Brent Celek #87 and running back Brian Westbrook #36 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrate Celek's touchdown during the game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Brent Celek;Brian Westbrook

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Head coach Andy Reid of the Philadelphia Eagles breaks down the team in the locker room after the game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Andy Reid

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Kicker David Akers #2 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates a field goal at the end of the first half during the game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Akers

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PHILADELPHIA - DECEMBER 28: Defensive end Trent Cole #58 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates during the game against the Dallas Cowboys on December 28, 2008 at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles won 44-6 to advance into the playoffs. (Photo by Drew Hallowell/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Trent Cole

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As discussed ealier, Tony Romo once again came up very small in a big game. The Cowboys QB was often viewed as a savior for America's Team, but after failing to get Dallas into the playoffs once again, all is not well in Big D.

When asked how he deals with all of these tough defeats, Romo responded, "I wake up tomorrow and I keep living."

Albeit with a painfully sore back and vacation plans.

Romo's loud-mouthed receiver, Terrell Owens, called the game an "old-fashioned butt whipping." It's safe to say his quarterback would agree.

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Eagles Rolling Into Playoffs After Embarrassing Cowboys 44-6

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-12-28T20:45:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Cowboys, Eagles, NFC East

In a game in which the winner would earn a spot in the playoffs, the Philadelphia Eagles destroyed and embarrassed the Dallas Cowboys in South Philadelphia and extended their season at least another week.

Andy Reid, in his post-game press conference, thanked the fans first for showing up at the Linc to cheer on the Birds against their most hated rival. Not shortly after, Reid thanked the Oakland Raiders and Houston Texans for doing their part to put the Eagles in position to play next weekend. How 'bout them Oakland Raiders?!?

Finally, he acknowledged his players for bringing the thunder on the final day of the regular season and making the Dallas Cowboys look more like Monaco's Team than America's Team.

It was an all-out team showing by the Eagles, who put up impressive offensive drives ending in two McNabb touchdown passes and another QB sneak in the first half. After that, the Birds' defensive looked rabid against a lifeless Cowboys offense. Tony Romo came up extremely small, giving the ball away, in another big game in the lore of Romo.

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Eagles in Must-Win Situation On 40th Anniversary of Santa Claus Booing Incident

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-12-15T17:15:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Browns, Eagles, NFC East, NFL Fans

Forty years ago today -- December 15th, 1968 -- is a day that lives on in Philadelphia sports infamy. It was a cold day when a pathetic Eagles team, playing out the final days of the Joe Kuharich era, was getting beaten on their home turf at Franklin Field. And then a makeshift Santa, pulled out of the stands and trotted onto the soppy field, was showered with snowballs and boos.

The rest, as they say ... is written about by every sports journalist, blogger, and website commenter from Beantown to Hollywood and every other mediocre sports town in between.

Yes, Kornheiser, they do boo Santa Claus.

The football world will turn their eyes back towards the City of Brotherly Love this evening, as Monday Night Football comes to Philadelphia with the Cleveland Browns facing the Philadelphia Eagles at the friendly confines of Lincoln Financial Field.

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Eagles Fans Should Give Thanks for a Decade of Donovan McNabb

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-11-27T17:45:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Arizona Cardinals, Eagles, NFC East, NFC West

Donovan McNabb's play over the last few weeks was so bad that it allowed Andy Reid, a traditionally ardent supporter of his star player, to bench him in place of the young Kevin Kolb. The youngster's performance somehow actually managed to be worse than McNabb's and the Eagles limped to a pathetic defeat at the hands of the Ravens. Life has been rough for the Eagles coming into this Thanksgiving day.

And so it is for Eagles fans, that they find a team who was at the top of most experts' power rankings coming into the season, on the brink of a new football era in Philadelphia. Many believe the final six games of this season will be the last we see of Andy on the sideline and Donovan behind center in an Eagles uniform. As a huge McNabb fan in the past, I find it both sad but a necessary reality. Andy Reid has lost this team coupled with Donovan's gigantic cap number next season make a fresh start, and likely rebuilding period, that much easier to swallow. (a Phillies World Championship doesn't hurt either)

The strength of the Arizona Cardinals is in their impressive receiving corp so the absence of Eagles star corner in today's game could prove costly. This game is more about pride for the Eagles than reaching any playoff dream. The Eagles are coming home on Thanksgiving to play in front of a loyal fan base that has been embarrassed the past few weeks.

There's been a lot of speculation in Philly about the kind of reaction McNabb will receive on this chilly Thanksgiving evening following his mid-game benching last week. In my opinion, the McNabb era is coming to a close in Philadelphia, we all realize this, but instead of booing the man who has given us a decade of wonderful football memories in Philadelphia, I believe the faithful at Lincoln Financial Field should cheer and support the man and give thanks for a career in which he brought us "to the appetizer but didn't get [us] to the entree."

It was a pretty enjoyable appetizer.

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Eagles Players Didn't Know NFL Games Can End in a Tie

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-11-16T17:40:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Bengals, Eagles

A quarterback like Donovan McNabb could play his entire career in the NFL and never be part of a tie game. That said, shouldn't a quarterback of an NFL team be aware of the possibility of a tie?

During his post game press conference, Donovan McNabb was asked what his thoughts on the Eagles tie today with the Cincinnati Bengals. Donovan answered by stating he didn't even know you could play to a tie in the NFL. He then wondered aloud what would happen in the event of a tie in the playoffs. Really? The quarterback of an NFL team, the coach on the field, didn't know you could play to a tie. REALLY?

The Eagles ineptitude in Cincinnati was frustrating enough but hearing your quarterback who threw three interceptions in the loss, er, tie tell us he didn't know a tie was possible simply pours salt on the wound. On the Eagles post game show on Comcast, Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell questioned any quarterback's decision making ability in overtime when you don't know that a tie is a potential outcome. Would you go for that deep pass instead of dumping it short to Westbrook? Nobody knows.

After the game, Correll Buckhalter said that he and wide receiver Greg Lewis were discussing the possibility of a tie and had to ask a trainer to clarify what the actual rule says.

Update: Here's video of McNabb's comments.

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Chad Johson Catches Ball From Donovan McNabb in Pregame

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-11-16T13:10:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Bengals, Eagles

Chad Johnson never seems to come up short when it comes to entertainment value and with the Eagles in Cincinnati today, Johnson didn't disappoint. According to Eagles web media guy, Dave Spadaro, Chad Ochocinco jumped into an Eagles receiver drill during pregame warm ups and caught a ball from Donovan McNabb.

Both men witnessed Bengals star receiver Chad Ocho Cinco/Johnson cut into a line of Eagles wide receivers during warmups and run a slant pattern. When Cinco (Donovan McNabb) hit Ocho Cinco (Johnson) in stride, the Bengals' receiver went to his knees and looked up into the sky, then hugged McNabb.

Apparently Ocho Cinco has the same dreams at night as a lot of Eagles fans.

Touche. But while this move is cute and probably entertaining at all but what has the NFL come to when moves like this are acceptable? Perhaps I'm overreacting a bit but how in the world is it acceptable for a member of the opposing team to come over to your side of the field and pull a stunt like this?

I'm not upset with Johnson as his Bengals are so bad that it doesn't really matter what he does, but the Eagles -- a team fighting for their playoff lives -- should be focused during the pregame on killing the opposing team. I'm not a fan of this fraternizing with the team you're supposed to beat up on later in the day.

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Donovan McNabb Helped Chad Johnson Focus on Football

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-11-13T03:27:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Bengals, Eagles, NFC East

Donovan McNabb, as the quarterback of Philadelphia's football team, has seen his fair share of criticism and drama from media and fans alike. Most who have followed the athlete's career would tell you he's dealt with it all in a very professional manner and comes off as an intelligent guy who just wants to win football games. (Despite Andy Reid's best efforts, maybe)

Knowing that, it's not surprising that McNabb was a calming influence and a voice of reason for Chad Johnson last year when the prima donna wide receiver was the center of a contract dispute in Cincinnati. It was McNabb who convinced Johnson to try and put the team first.

The Philadelphia Inquirer's Ashley Fox reports:

"I blew his phone up," Johnson said yesterday as his 1-8 Bengals prepared to host the 5-4 Eagles on Sunday. "Donovan was a big influence. [He] really is one of the reasons why I really turned myself around and looked at my situation as more of a positive outlook and just thinking about all the people that would love to play this game, you know?

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Eagles Safety J.R. Reed Wore a B.J. Upton Jersey On Monday, Got Cut on Tuesday

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-10-21T17:11:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, NFC East

The city of Philadelphia is completely focused on the Phillies right now so it's no surprise that when Eagles safety J.R. Reed wore a jersey of the Tampa Bay Rays in the Birds locker room on Monday, he caught some slack for it. But jeez, we didn't think it warranted cutting the guy.

Reed is a Tampa native and decided to show his support for the Rays by sporting a B.J. Upton jersey and Rays hat yesterday at the Eagles practice facility -- an understandable yet risky move in this city. The Eagles today released Reed in a move that likely had absolutely nothing to do with his choice of baseball allegiances.

In reality, the move was done to make room for a Philadelphia local boy getting a shot with the Eagles. Still, isn't it ironic. Just a bit.

The Eagles -- who already have employed backup defensive tackle Dan Kelcko and former Penn State running back Tony Hunt at the position -- signed former Naval Academy and New England Patriots fullback Kyle Eckel to their 53-man roster.

At least we can be pretty sure about who Eckel is cheering for in the World Series.

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Eagles Release Tony Hunt to Make Room For Linebacker You Don't Know

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-10-14T16:39:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles

According to Howard Eskin on 610 WIP out of Philadelphia, and their official website, the Eagles have released running back/fullback Tony Hunt in order to make room for the signing of a linebacker you've never heard of. He also reported that the Eagles did not land Tony Gonzalez from the Chiefs but added an Eskinism, noting the Eagles pushed the hardest of any teams in the hunt for the stud tight end.

Hunt was a bit of a disappointment after being a fairly-touted running back out of Penn State. He was kind of forced into a roll as a fullback and never seemed to make an adjustment to effectively pick up blocking schemes. Hunt also never really lived up to Eagles fans hopes of him being that short-yardage back the Birds have been searching for since forever.

The linebacker the Eagles added is Tracy White, who was released by the Packers a week ago. The Eagles seem to have one of the better young linebacking corps, so White's special teams skills likely played a role in the signing.

What the Eagles are going to do at fullback behind Dan Klecko remains to be seen.

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Westbrook Has Broken Ribs, Eagles Fans Broken Faith, McNabb 'Embarrassed'

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-10-07T12:15:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, NFC East

Things just keep getting worse for the Eagles. After losing to the Redskins on Sunday, they now have to deal with the reality that Brian Westbrook has a pair of fractured ribs and they're the bottom dwellers in the NFC East.

As noted previously at FanHouse, Donovan McNabb said after the game that he believed the Eagles were a better football team than the Redskins. 'Skins fans disagreed, perhaps rightly so. Two days after the loss, McNabb is sticking to his guns about the Eagles being a better team.

Although he does admit that he's embarrassed by the Birds play after five weeks:

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Eagles Get Run Over at Home by Redskins

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-10-05T19:40:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, Redskins, NFC East

It was a pretty great day for the city of Philadelphia. Unfortunately, none of that greatness can be attributed to its football team. For the second straight week, the Eagles offense failed to convert on short yardage plays near the goal line and it cost them the game. The Washington Redskins ran all over the Eagles and simply played like the better team today.

During his post game press conference, Donovan McNabb said that he didn't feel like the Redskins are a better team than his Eagles. Comcast analyst and serious football guru, Ray Didinger, didn't exactly agree. To paraphrase Mr Diddy, "Who went down to Dallas and came away with a win? Not you. Who came into the Linc and beat you on your home field? Who made the playoffs last season? Not you. Who has won four straight games? Not you."

Yeah, things aren't going so well for the Eagles.

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Bears Shock Eagles with Huge 4th and Goal Stop to Seal Victory

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-29T00:03:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Chicago Bears, Eagles, NFC East

In an absolutely ugly game from both teams involved, the Bears were able to stop the Eagles on four straight plays inside the five yard line to seal the upset. Andy Reid's decision to go for it on fourth and one while trailing by four points with under four minutes to play will clearly be the talk of the town in Philadelphia tomorrow.

I totally agree with Reid's decision to go four it on fourth down in that situation. If they plug it in there, the Bears are on their heals and the Eagles defense looked great in the second half.

Where I completely disagree was the play calling decision to run it four times in a row with a backfield sans Brian Westbrook. Seriously, if you're going to call four straight running plays, one of which was at the most six inches, why not use the biggest back you have -- Donovan McNabb.

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Eagles Drop Tough One in Dallas but All Is Not Lost

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-16T14:15:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Cowboys, Eagles, NFC East

The Eagles and Cowboys put on one heck of a show last night and entertained football lovers all across America. Dallas came away with the win but Philadelphia showed the country and the rest of the NFL that they're a team to be taken seriously. Terrell Owens and Tony Romo may have the early edge in the NFC East, but it's not the standings in September that matter.

The close game showed that both teams are legit playoff contenders and should surely battle each other as well as the Giants for the division. Winning in Dallas is always a challenge for the Eagles, but if you asked me today who will win their late December meeting in Philadelphia, I'd put my money on the home team. If both teams play through their schedule as most expect them to, last night's battle could set up a huge game in late December in Philadelphia.

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MNF Live Chat: Eagles vs. Cowboys

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-15T20:10:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Cowboys, Eagles, NFC East, NFL Fans

Alright, people, get your popcorn ready because it's the reunion show: Donovan and Terrell, Together Again. Apparently, they plan to renew their vows during a halftime ceremony. And we'll be live-blogging every loving moment.

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Tampa Bay Enacts Texting Security Measures to Prevent Rowdy Behavior

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-13T12:21:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Buccaneers, NFL Fans

You know what makes going to a football game miserable? Beer-soakd, foul-mouthed fans. That's who. The upstanding folks down in Florida aren't going to take it anymore. They're doing something about the trouble makers at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa (And so can you!).

The St. Petersburg Times reports about the new scheme to help fans be even more lazy. This season, the Bucs have a solution for those who don't want to confront unruly fans or miss any action: Text message for help.

On Sundays, fans dealing with abusive spectators can text (813) 277-6501 with their problem and location, and a security or law enforcement officer will arrive. "Sometimes people don't want to get up from their seat," said Barbara Casey, Tampa Sports Authority spokeswoman.

You know, you're right. (probably NSFW)

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FanHouse in the Stands: Season Opener in South Philadelphia

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-09T10:00:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, Rams, NFC East

This season, FanHouse writers take their cameras to NFL stadiums to document what happens when you stop being polite and start getting real. Or something. We've cleverly titled it "FanHouse in the Stands."

When I tell people that I had third row tickets to the Eagles home opener on Sunday at the Linc, they first question is always "how the [heck] did you score those?" Well, initially when the few tickets that don't belong to season ticket holders went on sale over the summer via Ticketmaster, I was actually lucky enough to secure two. Those weren't great seats and would have put me about four rows from the top of the stadium.

Despite not being in a prime location, I was still pumped to get a chance to see the Birds ring in a new season in South Philly. I then asked my dad if he wanted to go with me and he of course said he'd love to. But when I informed him of the seating location, he said, "Why don't you give me those tickets and let me see what I can do."
It's never a bad thing when Enrico Sr. says, "let me see what I can do."

Photos of some lovely Eagles Cheerleaders, fun fans, and a few of the action on the field after the jump.

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Donovan McNabb Seems Quite Fond of DeSean Jackson

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-07T18:34:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, Rams, NFC East

Are the Eagles that good or are the Rams simply that bad? That is the question NFL fans are likely asking themselves after seeing Philadelphia destroy St. Louis by a score of 38-3 earlier today. I'd say it's a bit of both.

Donovan McNabb didn't have his top two receiving threats in the line up to start the season, but as I mentioned before the game he didn't need them.

Donovan did what Andy Reid loves to do. He spread the ball around. Eight different Eagles caught passes and three of them totaled more than 100 receiving yards. DeSean Jackson led the way with six balls for 106 yards in his NFL debut. Maybe he can back up his big mouth.

On the second play from scrimmage, McNabb connected with Jackson for his first career reception which went for 47 yards. Welcome to the NFL, Mr. Jackson.

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Donovan McNabb Kicks Off 10th Season Without Kevin Curtis Or Reggie Brown

Enrico Campitelli — 2008-09-07T08:32:00 00:00

by Enrico Campitelli

Filed under: Eagles, Rams, NFC East

Today's game against the St. Louis Rams will kick off the 10th year of the Donovan McNabb and Andy Reid era in Philadelphia. After a decade together, you'd think Big Red would reward the franchise QB with a stud receiver or two.

Jason Avant, Hank Baskett, and DeSean Jackson aren't exactly household names. But with Kevin Curtis out with a sports hernia and Reggie Brown looking doubtful, those three guys will be Donovan McNabb's starting receivers today against the Rams.

Fear not, Eagles fans. While there's no stud in that bunch, the Eagles also have a healthy tight end in L.J. Smith and perhaps the best receiving running back in the game, Brian Westbrook. Throw in the Birds' speedy new half back addition of Lorenzo Booker and the Eagles can certainly catch some passes without their top two guys in the line up.

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