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Missing Jim Johnson

The Eagles defensive numbers since the death of Jimmy Johnson.

    by Bob Vetrone Jr.
    Published 

There is was no question that following Jim Johnson (left) as the Eagles defensive coordinator would be difficult, and the numbers — especially for the last 2 1/2 seasons — have been mediocre, at best.

But one gets the feeling that if they had just gotten to the opposing quarterback a little more often (0 sacks in the last 202 minutes-plus), the Birds would have a win or two more and Juan Castillo would still have a job.

Here are the Eagles' defensive numbers and NFL ranks since Johnson's death (May, 2009):