Former New Orleans Saints free agent running back Mike Bell is to put on the Philadelphia Eagles jersey soon as he has received a one-year deal from the Eagles. According to the latest reports, Saints are likely not to match the offer and thus the Eagles will not have to compensate the Saints for signing away Bell.
Bell is turning 27 years old next month, at the right age to reach career goals as a running back. His main role in the Eagles will be backup to LeSean McCoy, who became the leading role in backfield after former All-Pro Brian Westbrook was released last month.
After being signed by the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent in 2006, Bell ran for 677 yards and eight TDs as a rookie. However, he was switched to fullback the next season and had less playing time. He was released by the Broncos in July 2008 and was soon invited to join the Houston Texans’ training camp but unfortunately suffered a hamstring injury that caused him to be waived a few weeks later. He joined the Saints during the 2008 regular season but could hardly give much impression among other star running backs including Reggie Bush, Pierre Thomas and Deuce McAllister. His best time came in last season’s opener when he ran for a career-high 143 yards as backup to starter Bush while playing against the Detroit Lions. During the remaining games of the season, he ran for 75 or more yards for only three more times.
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Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
RFA LB Jordan singed one-year tender offer to return to Eagles
Finally, three-year pro Akeem Jordan, a restricted free agent linebacker, decided to wear back his No. 56 Philadelphia Eagles jersey for the 2010 season by signing a one-year tender offer that will at least ensure him a starting job at the defensive line.
Jordan started 10 games for the Eagles last season, recording 82 tackles and two interceptions. He took a role on the starting defense midway through the 2008 season and held it until being sidelined for four weeks with a knee injury last season.
Being drafted by the Eagles as a rookie free agent out of James Madison in 2007, the 6-foot-1, 230-pound Jordan has established his reliable role on the defensive line, especially after the release of Will Witherspoon. By deciding to return with the Eagles, Jordan is very likely to resume his starting role as a weakside linebacker.
Jordan started 10 games for the Eagles last season, recording 82 tackles and two interceptions. He took a role on the starting defense midway through the 2008 season and held it until being sidelined for four weeks with a knee injury last season.
Being drafted by the Eagles as a rookie free agent out of James Madison in 2007, the 6-foot-1, 230-pound Jordan has established his reliable role on the defensive line, especially after the release of Will Witherspoon. By deciding to return with the Eagles, Jordan is very likely to resume his starting role as a weakside linebacker.
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Westbrook returned to practice but may not play this week
The Philadelphia Eagles running back Brian Westbrook has been cleared to return to practice after sustaining two concussions within three weeks from Oct. 26 to Nov. 15, but it is not likely that he will be ready to play in his Eagles jersey this weekend against the New York Giants.
The 30-year-old former All-Pro running back sustained his first career concussion when he hit his head on a defender’s knee during a Monday night win over the Washington Redskins. Sitting out two games because of the concussion, he returned to play with the team against the San Diego Chargers on Nov. 15 but sustained another concussion when he got sandwiched between a blocker and a tackler on a screen play.
Eagles Coach Andy Reid said the team will gradually get Westbrook back, and according to the running back himself, all the signs show that he will very likely to be able to play before the end of the season.
The 30-year-old former All-Pro running back sustained his first career concussion when he hit his head on a defender’s knee during a Monday night win over the Washington Redskins. Sitting out two games because of the concussion, he returned to play with the team against the San Diego Chargers on Nov. 15 but sustained another concussion when he got sandwiched between a blocker and a tackler on a screen play.
Eagles Coach Andy Reid said the team will gradually get Westbrook back, and according to the running back himself, all the signs show that he will very likely to be able to play before the end of the season.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Westbrook will not play this Sunday against Falcons
While the Atlanta Falcons are worrying about injuries to key offensive players, the Philadelphia Eagles are having no better time. Running back Brian Westbrook is still suffering post-concussion headache and wide receiver DeSean Jackson is recovering from head injury and is questionable for Sunday’s game against the Falcons to battle for playoff spots in the NFC.
Sustaining two concussions in a three-week span, Westbrook needs more time to take care of his head before wearing back his Eagles jersey and has been ruled out for Sunday’s game, the third straight game to miss since being injured on Nov. 15. The former All-Pro running back saw concussion specialists this week in Pittsburgh again and will be re-examined in a week or two. What we expect is that he may increase his exercise regimen. But for playing game? Not likely in near future.
Jackson’s problem is also with the head. He sustained a head injury during last Sunday’s win over the Washington Redskins. But it seems that his condition is much better than Westbrook. At least Coach Andy Reid has not decided to rule him out for Sunday’s game, saying that the running back is making progress in recovering from the injury supposed to be concussion.
Sustaining two concussions in a three-week span, Westbrook needs more time to take care of his head before wearing back his Eagles jersey and has been ruled out for Sunday’s game, the third straight game to miss since being injured on Nov. 15. The former All-Pro running back saw concussion specialists this week in Pittsburgh again and will be re-examined in a week or two. What we expect is that he may increase his exercise regimen. But for playing game? Not likely in near future.
Jackson’s problem is also with the head. He sustained a head injury during last Sunday’s win over the Washington Redskins. But it seems that his condition is much better than Westbrook. At least Coach Andy Reid has not decided to rule him out for Sunday’s game, saying that the running back is making progress in recovering from the injury supposed to be concussion.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Eagles RB Westbrook had concussion in 27-17 win over Redskins
During Monday night’s game against the Washington Redskins, the Philadelphia Eagles had several players get injured, including running back Brian Westbrook who left the field with a concussion. But the team still won over the Redskins with 27-17.
According Eagles Coach Andy Reid, Westbrook will go through medical tests before his status for next week is determined but it seemed that the running back will be all right. He was hurt when his helmet collided with linebacker London Fletcher’s right knee. He remained on the ground motionless for several minutes before he was helped up and led off the field. his brother Byron Westbrook, a Redskins cornerback, was around him when he was down.
Other injured players in Eagles jerseys included receiver DeSean Jackson who strained his right foot and went to get X-rays after scoring on a 67-yard reverse and a 57-yard catch, safety Macho Harris who sprained an ankle and kicker David Akers who bruised his hand.
According Eagles Coach Andy Reid, Westbrook will go through medical tests before his status for next week is determined but it seemed that the running back will be all right. He was hurt when his helmet collided with linebacker London Fletcher’s right knee. He remained on the ground motionless for several minutes before he was helped up and led off the field. his brother Byron Westbrook, a Redskins cornerback, was around him when he was down.
Other injured players in Eagles jerseys included receiver DeSean Jackson who strained his right foot and went to get X-rays after scoring on a 67-yard reverse and a 57-yard catch, safety Macho Harris who sprained an ankle and kicker David Akers who bruised his hand.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
Eight-year veteran Witherspoon was traded from Rams to Eagles
At the cost of rookie wide receiver Brandon Gibson and a fifth-round pick in 2010, the Philadelphia Eagles have acquired eight-year veteran linebacker Will Witherspoon from the St. Louis Rams on Tuesday.
For the Eagles, Witherspoon seemed worth what they gave to the Rams. The linebacker spent his first four seasons with the Carolina Panthers and had been a starter in the Rams jersey at the weakside spot this season with 36 tackles and one forced fumble. He also has recorded more than 100 tackles three times in his career and has missed only two games to injury.
As for the Rams, Gibson, a sixth-round pick, was not a good exchange for Witherspoon as the rookie has been inactive for all six games with Philadelphia. Hopefully the fifth-round pick in 2010 will bring the Rams some good choice to boost their 32end-ranking team.
For the Eagles, Witherspoon seemed worth what they gave to the Rams. The linebacker spent his first four seasons with the Carolina Panthers and had been a starter in the Rams jersey at the weakside spot this season with 36 tackles and one forced fumble. He also has recorded more than 100 tackles three times in his career and has missed only two games to injury.
As for the Rams, Gibson, a sixth-round pick, was not a good exchange for Witherspoon as the rookie has been inactive for all six games with Philadelphia. Hopefully the fifth-round pick in 2010 will bring the Rams some good choice to boost their 32end-ranking team.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Michael Vick is ready to help stop dogfighting
Michael Vick, the one-time superstar quarterback, was put to prison two years ago for involvement in dogfighting rings. After serving 18-month prison sentence, he was determined to change for good. And the first step was to be involved into humane groups and help stop dogfighting.
That was what he said he wanted to do on Tuesday at a Washington church. Being signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as a reserve, Vick began to take part in anti-dogfighting activities, such as the one held at Covenant Baptist Church and sponsored by the Humane Society of the United States.
Vick made an appearance at the church and spoke out against dogfighting. He called dogfighting "pointless" and said he did not know why he began funding and providing housing areas for the group, regretting the decisions that led to his conviction and 18-month prison sentence. Vick has been working with the animal group since his release from prison.
That was what he said he wanted to do on Tuesday at a Washington church. Being signed by the Philadelphia Eagles as a reserve, Vick began to take part in anti-dogfighting activities, such as the one held at Covenant Baptist Church and sponsored by the Humane Society of the United States.
Vick made an appearance at the church and spoke out against dogfighting. He called dogfighting "pointless" and said he did not know why he began funding and providing housing areas for the group, regretting the decisions that led to his conviction and 18-month prison sentence. Vick has been working with the animal group since his release from prison.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
RB Westbrook will likely not for the rest of preseason
Originally listed as a probable starter at running back, Brian Westbrook was not playing for the Philadelphia Eagles in Thursday night’s preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, although his ankle was healthy enough to play.
It was coach Andy Reid’s plan. He felt it safe to hold Westbrook out of preseason action although he wanted Westbrook to practice and prepare for the game as if he were playing. A reasonable precaution for Westbrook is coming off two offseason surgeries - one to clean out his left knee, the other to remove bone fragments from his right ankle.
Because the Eagles typically do not have their starters playing during the final preseason game, Westbrook will unlikely to play until Week 1.
It was coach Andy Reid’s plan. He felt it safe to hold Westbrook out of preseason action although he wanted Westbrook to practice and prepare for the game as if he were playing. A reasonable precaution for Westbrook is coming off two offseason surgeries - one to clean out his left knee, the other to remove bone fragments from his right ankle.
Because the Eagles typically do not have their starters playing during the final preseason game, Westbrook will unlikely to play until Week 1.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Giants installed the Wildcat offense after Eagles signed Vick
Half day after the Philadelphia Eagles signed with disgraced quarterback Michael Vick, the New York Giants were practicing with the Wildcat offense, which they knew their rival team the Eagles would also use this season.
But Coach Tom Coughlin insisted that the two events were not related, and they used the trendy offense because they knew some opponents would use the Wildcat against them this season. It was not a special preparation for Eagles’ version of Wildcat, in which Vick would possibly play a role in his new eagles jersey.
As for the news that the Vick was signed by the Eagles, the Giants did not seem to be surprised. Actually some Giants players were happy to see Vick get a second chance to play in the NFL after he served 18 months of sentence in federal prison for conspiracy and running a dogfighting operation.
But Coach Tom Coughlin insisted that the two events were not related, and they used the trendy offense because they knew some opponents would use the Wildcat against them this season. It was not a special preparation for Eagles’ version of Wildcat, in which Vick would possibly play a role in his new eagles jersey.
As for the news that the Vick was signed by the Eagles, the Giants did not seem to be surprised. Actually some Giants players were happy to see Vick get a second chance to play in the NFL after he served 18 months of sentence in federal prison for conspiracy and running a dogfighting operation.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Eagles DE Parker was arrested on marijuana possession charge
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Juqua Parker was arrested on a marijuana possession charge Wednesday. He was found carrying a small amount of marijuana when Lower Saucon Township police stopped a vehicle Parker was in for a traffic violation. The time was 12:33 a.m, about half an hour before team curfew, and the place was near Lehigh University, where the Eagles train.
Parker was taken to Northampton County Prison and then was released on $1,000 bail. Eagles coach Andy Reid told reporters that the team has been aware of the incident. But there has not been any league decision on Parker's status.
31-year-old, Parker played joined the Eagles in 2005 after spending four seasons with the Tennessee Titans. As a full-time starter last year, finishing with five sacks, 76 tackles and one interception that he returned 55 yards for a touchdown in a win over San Francisco, he was also listed as the team’s starting left defensive end this season. But the charge of marijuana possession will probably bring him suspension.
Parker was taken to Northampton County Prison and then was released on $1,000 bail. Eagles coach Andy Reid told reporters that the team has been aware of the incident. But there has not been any league decision on Parker's status.
31-year-old, Parker played joined the Eagles in 2005 after spending four seasons with the Tennessee Titans. As a full-time starter last year, finishing with five sacks, 76 tackles and one interception that he returned 55 yards for a touchdown in a win over San Francisco, he was also listed as the team’s starting left defensive end this season. But the charge of marijuana possession will probably bring him suspension.
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