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Injury Report: Eagles at Falcons

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

The Eagles lost defensive tackle Malik Jackson to injured reserve last week, but the team hope that the dropoff is not too great with the addition of veteran Akeem Spence as a rotational player.

The report for the Eagles is almost the same as last week.

The Falcons list only two depth players, though they lost their starting right guard, Chris Lindstrom, last week. Lindstrom was placed on IR, which is why he is not listed on the report.

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Week Two Preview: Philadelphia Eagles at Atlanta Falcons

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By Matt Szczypiorski, Sports Talk Philly Contributing Writer

After a thrilling week one victory over Washington last Sunday, the Birds travel south to take on the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday. It is a Sunday night game, the first of five prime-time games for the Eagles.

The Falcons are coming off an embarrassing week one loss to Minnesota, a game they lost 28-12. The game wasn’t as close as the score may indicate. Atlanta didn’t score their first points of the game until five minutes into the fourth quarter, when they were down 28-0. In no uncertain terms, it was one of the worst performances by any team last week.

With that being said, I expect the Falcons to play a lot better this weekend. It seems like Atlanta always gives the Eagles a tough game. It’s easy to remember their last two match-ups, which came down to eerily similar final possessions for the Falcons that were denied by the Eagles defense.

A Proven Track Record, With Some Caveats

The Eagles and Falcons have played every season since Doug Pederson took over as head coach, and the Eagles are 3-0 in those match-ups. All of those games were in Philadelphia. This game is in Atlanta, so it will be a new experience for Pederson. Furthermore, Carson Wentz hasn’t played against the Falcons since his rookie year. Nick Foles started the previous two match-ups with the dirty birds.

Former Eagles WR Torrey Smith Announces Retirement

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

The Eagles signed Torrey Smith in the 2017 offseason to provide a deep threat for the team.

His season with the team was underwhelming despite a big the week 13 game against the Rams, the same week Carson Wentz was lost for the remainder of the season. It was that game where Smith caught six passes for 100 yards, but that was not what changed how Eagles fans viewed the Smith signing.

Entering the postseason, Smith seemed to be a poor signing. Just 430 yards and two touchdowns was not what fans thought they'd be getting from Smith and 13 of 16 games where the Eagles got 30 or less yards from their starting deep threat. It was a time when things certainly seemed bleak for many fans of the Eagles who had little to no faith in backup quarterback Nick Foles.

Then the playoffs came and Smith helped an Eagles team that the national media had counted out claim it's first Super Bowl Championship by putting up 157 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles three playoff games, averaging just over 12 yards per catch.

It was one play that truly changed the view of Smith for Philadelphia fans, however.

CB Ajene Harris Signed To Practice Squad

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

After signing corner Craig James to the 53-man roster from the practice squad Wednesday night, the Eagles had an open spot to fill on the squad.

The team decided to bring in another corner as they announced Ajene Harris would fill the tenth and final spot on the practice squad.

Roster Move: #Eagles have signed CB Ajene Harris to the practice squad.#FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/BCtzfn2TJO

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 12, 2019

Week 1 Recap | Eagles v Falcons Preview | Rushmore of Movie Sequels

 

Another Week 1 under Dougie P in the books and another 1-0 start for the Eagles. Doug's Eagles continue to remain perfect on opening day while under his reign. Who would we be if we didn't sit and argue with one another for 20 minutes about a W? 

Eagles are traveling to Hotlanta for a Week 2 matchup against a team that, surprise surprise, Doug's Eagles are perfect against. Hopefully the Birds can keep the momentum rolling and start the season 2-0, which is something they haven't done since 2016.

Along with the Eagles/Falcons break down the boys run down the slate of games. Listen to see which side of the spreads the boys are taking in Week 2. 

As usual the episode wraps with another Mt. Rushmore. We started the podcast with a theme of movie Mt. Rushmore's and we're finally getting back to our roots. Ep. 19 of High N Wide is bringing a movie Rushmore of best sequels. 

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Eagles Fill Vacant Roster Spot With CB Craig James

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

The Eagles had an open spot on their 53-man roster after waiving tight end Alex Ellis on Tuesday.

The team filled the spot today with cornerback Craig James, who had been On the practice squad for the last week and a half.

#Eagles have signed TE Alex Ellis to the practice squad.

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 11, 2019

Eagles Release Richard Rodgers With Injury Settlement

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

Richard Rodgers career with the Eagles has been extremely disappointing.

After the Eagles signed Rodgers to be their third tight end in the 2018 offseason, many expected big things from such an experienced and fairly productive tight end as the third option on the depth chart, but that never came to be.

The veteran was placed on IR to start the season and, although he returned late in the year, barely saw any playing time.

He re-signed with the Eagles on a two-year deal this offseason, and that didn't go well, either.

Eagles Sign DT Akeem Spence, Place Malik Jackson on IR

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

With the Eagles getting news that veteran defensive tackle Malik Jackson is expected to miss the rest of the 2019 season, it is no surprise that they made a move.

The Eagles have decided to add veteran DT Akeem Spence, who recently played for the Dolphins, to give the roster depth.

Roster Move: #Eagles have agreed to terms with DT Akeem Spence.#FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/GBEpH1WNKF

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 10, 2019

While Jernigan will remain the starter, having a player who started 16 games and recorded 42 tackles, two sacks and a fumble recovery as a rotational player.

The Eagles placed Jackson on IR to open a spot on the 53-man roster to create room for Spence.

#Eagles have waived TE Alex Ellis and placed DT Malik Jackson on Injured Reserve.

— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) September 10, 2019

The team also waived Alex Ellis, clearing another spot.

Ellis' spot on the practice squad was never filled, so he could return to that spot should he clear waivers.

The Eagles will likely seek out secondary help and both Orlando Scandrick and Josh Hawkins, who spent camp with the Eagles and know the scheme, are available free agents.

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Michael Lipinski & Michael Watkins, henceforth known as the #2Mikes, breakdown the Philadelphia Eagles opening day victory over the Washington Redskins.

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• Three Minuses from the Game
• How will the Eagles fix the DL after Malik Jackson's injury
• Around the World of Philly Sports
• Thought's on the Mike Scott fight
• Phillies...MEH
• Around the NFL
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Malik Jackson To Miss Time With "Significant" Injury

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By Paul Bowman, Sports Talk Philly Editor

There was just a feeling that something like this would happen after roster cutdowns.

The Eagles opted to keep six defensive ends on the roster because all three youngsters were talented, but the team had to cut a talented yound defensive tackle to do it.

Just two days later, Treyvon Hester was signed to the Redskins 53-man roster.

On a play late in the game against the Redskins, Malik Jackson was slow to get up and limped to the sideline.

Malik Jackson is slow to come up. Hopefully nothing serious.

— Eagledelphia (@EagledelphiaPA) September 8, 2019

During his Monday meeting with the media following the game, head coach Doug Pederson told memebers of the media that Malik Jackson, who the team signed early on this offseason to be the starting defensive tackle opposite Fletcher Cox, suffered a "significant" injury in the opener and will miss time.