Articles by Matt Lombardo (328)
Eagles rookie tight end Zach Ertz said Monday he wants to go down as the greatest tight end to ever play the game. Zach Ertz had an immediate impact in Chip Kelly's offense even as a rookie, but the Stanford University has much more loftier goals heading into his first NFL offseason. Just two days after […]
In spite of finishing with the third highest passer rating in NFL history, Nick Foles has faced scrutiny of whether or not he is the Eagles franchise quarterback. Head coach Chip Kelly offered his endorsement, Monday. (Image courtesy of Philly.com) The term franchise quarterback has been tossed around for years and this season the question has […]
Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson told reporters Monday after cleaning out his Novacare Complex locker that he hopes for a restructured contract this offseason. For DeSean Jackson, 2013 was for all intents and purposes a contract year by virtue of the $10 million salary that kicks in next year and the wide receiver made it […]
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 […]
Eagles safety Earl Wolff returns to action tonight against Drew Brees and the Saints in the NFC Wild Card game at Lincoln Financial Field. Closing in on game time between the Philadelphia Eagles and New Orleans Saints the inactives for both teams were announced and Birds' safety Earl Wolff was not mentioned, meaning he will […]
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.
Eagles running back LeSean McCoy added to his accolades Friday when he and two teammates were named first team All-Pro. Eagles' LeSean McCoy, Evan Mathis and Jason Peters all were named to the Associated Press All-Pro First team on Friday. In addition to the distinction, McCoy and Peters also last month were named starters in the […]
Earl Wolff was a full participant in the Eagles Thursdsay walkthrough and says he's ready to play. It was only a walkthrough for the Eagles Thursday in the indoor practice facility but rookie safety Earl Wolff sounds like he's ready to return to action Saturday night in the NFC Wildcard playoff game against the New […]
LeSean McCoy, buoyed by a 200-yard performance against the Lions has been named NFC Offensive Player of The Month. The accolades continue to pour in for Eagles running back LeSean McCoy who was named the NFC Offensive Player of The Month for December onThursday. McCoy finished the season as the league's rushing champion after totalling […]
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. […]