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Tom Long

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Articles by Tom Long (28)

It’s becoming “more likely” Furkan Korkmaz will join the Sixers this year

In a battle between staying overseas or coming over to the States, it seems that Philly has prevailed.

Tom Long  •  23 Jun 2017
Sixers, Larry Drew II agree to Summer League deal

The Sixers added depth to their Summer League roster Monday morning.

Tom Long  •  12 Jun 2017
Sixers, Colangelo discuss options for third overall pick

The Philadelphia 76ers have a lot of options at No. 3 in the draft, and trading down could be one of them.

Tom Long  •  05 Jun 2017
Eagles Positional Battles: Wide Receiver

The Philadelphia Eagles addressed one of their most visible weaknesses this offseason by drafting and signing new receivers. Now, as OTA’s begin, the Eagles will determine where all these new pieces fit into the improved offense.

Tom Long  •  26 May 2017
Eagles Positional Battles: Running Back

All things considered, the Philadelphia Eagles had a valuable draft. Throughout the draft, the team was able to get players who can make an immediate impact. Now, the Eagles will find themselves with several positional battles once camp starts. Today, we’ll take a look at the potential battle at the running back position.

Tom Long  •  12 May 2017
Kyle Lowry interested in playing for Philadelphia

The Philadelphia native has now expressed interest in coming home after reports that the Sixers were linked to him.

Tom Long  •  10 May 2017
Eagles Scouting Report: RB Donnel Pumphrey

After focusing on wide receivers in the 3rd round, the Eagles shift their attention the running backs, drafting Donnel Pumphrey with the 132nd overall pick. Here is a scouting report on Donnel Pumphrey.

Tom Long  •  29 Apr 2017
Eagles Trade Up, Select RB Donnel Pumphrey with 132nd Pick

The Eagles traded the 139th overall pick and their seventh-round pick at 230th overall to the Minnesota Vikings to acquire the 132nd pick. With that pick, they selected running back Donnel Pumphrey from San Diego State University.

Tom Long  •  29 Apr 2017
Philadelphia Comes Together for NFL Draft

The NFL Draft has found itself in Philadelphia this year. As a result, sports fans and residents alike are buzzing around the city, looking for fun festivities taking place, just another example of the passion, love, and heart the city has for sports.

Tom Long  •  28 Apr 2017
Examining the Eagles Trend Toward Short-Term Deals

The Philadelphia Eagles have made a handful of offseason free-agent acquisitions this year, all signings with short-term contract details. These signings inspire a question: Are the Eagles focusing on sustaining long-term success or short-term fixes?

Tom Long  •  31 Mar 2017