Philadelphia Eagles

Bears cut CB Nathan Vasher; Eagles release OL Shawn Andrews

March 17, 2010

Both of these reports are courtesy of Adam Schefter: CB Nathan Vasher was cut by the Bears this afternoon. Vasher, who once was viewed as one of the premier corners in the league, was never going to see the $3 million he was due. Still only 29 years old, Vasher should get some looks on [...]

Vick Continues to Battle Tarnished Image

March 10, 2010

Tuesday night Michael Vick accepted the Ed Block Courage Award that was given to him through the votes of his teammates. The award is to honor the one member on each team who conducts himself as a “role model of inspiration, sportsmanship, and courage.” As someone who gave Vick no credit upon his return to [...]

Marlin Jackson inks with Philly

March 10, 2010

Two blown out ACL’s in recent years haven’t stopped the Eagles from making a play on free-agent DB Marlin Jackson. The former Colt agreed to a two-year deal with Philadelphia today, Adam Schefter of ESPN confirmed on Twitter. Jackson is versatile in that he can play cornerback or safety, and the Eagles envision him as [...]

Eagles re-sign FB Leonard Weaver

March 5, 2010

Trying to play catch-up on some of the news that broke this morning. Starting in Philadelphia… Fullback Leonard Weaver has re-signed with the Eagles, according to ESPN’s John Clayton the deal is three years, $11 million, with $6.5 million guaranteed. Weaver is versatile for them, able to block as a traditional fullback and carry the [...]

Kelly Holcomb retires

July 7, 2008

Former Bills, Eagles, Browns, and most recently, Vikings, QB Kelly Holcomb has decided to retire after 13 seasons in the NFL, the Nashville Tennessean reports. After a so-so career with 39 career TD’s and 38 INT’s, Holcomb will join Middle Tennessee State’s, his Alma mater, game day radio crew. He will serve as a sideline reporter. [...]

Former NFL player found dead

May 26, 2008

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer, Philadelphia Eagle, and Miami Dolphin Tom McHale, 45, was found dead at his friend’s home, authorities say. They are investigating the incident. The cause of death isn’t known, though police say foul play isn’t suspected. An autopsy has been scheduled. McHale played offensive lineman for the Bucs from 1987-1992, then spent two seasons with [...]