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Sunday, November 16, 2008
Eagles tie, die
Overtime in Cincinnati.

Not exactly like April in Paris, if you know what I mean.

What a disaster. What an absolute disaster.  This final score -- Bengals 13, Eagles 13 -- is more than a terrible result. It is the end. If you can find a way for the Eagles to get out of this mess now, you have better eyes than I do.

It wasn't supposed to be like this, of course. The Eagles were nearly double-digit favorites coming into this game against a Bengals team that had won only once all season. This was supposed to be the game where they played well and built momentum for their playoff push. This was the plan.

Instead, they came out and played a dreadful offensive first half. Quarterback Donovan McNabb was erratic and had four turnovers for the day, three interceptions and a fumble. There were a bunch of dropped balls, too. It was just a terrible offensive game in a huge spot -- long-yardage, short-yardage, the whole thing.

Watching it play out really did have a slow-motion, nine-car pileup look to it. For the longest time at the end, you never really thought the Eagles might win the game. The only question was if they would lose it. But with 7 seconds left, the Bengals' Shayne Graham missed a 47-yard field goal that would have won it, wide right. Oh, happy day.
Posted by Rich Hofmann @ 4:49 PM  Permalink | 222 comments
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Posted 02:42 PM, 11/17/2008
CB4
Vote for Vick and Cowher in '09. Surely they can turn this thing around!
Posted 02:24 PM, 11/17/2008
stevewnj1
Can't wait for the Ravens next week. Maybe Flacco can give McNabb some pointers?
Posted 10:58 AM, 11/17/2008
Craigo
It all comes down to Lurie. He is ultimately responsible. He's been cheaping us out of contention for years. He trades out of the first round to avoid paying first round money. He wouldn't pay T.O. He's not interested in winning unless it comes cheap and in this league it doesn't. What did he pay for the franchise? What's it worth now? He's a successful bean counter but will never deliver a winner to you, the fans, unless its by accident.
Posted 07:33 AM, 11/17/2008
mick314
Blanton should have a good year and Madson needs to solidify the 8th inning job. Happ will be a solid starter. Times yours
Posted 06:49 AM, 11/17/2008
bigcityballer
FOR GOD'S SAKE! FIRE FAT ANDY NOW!!! The season is lost we might not win another game this year. Fat Andy revived this franchise but his time has come. Appreciate the hardwork over the last 7 years but it's time for you to move on. Oh, take McNabb with you.
Posted 05:54 AM, 11/17/2008
jachanin
In some parallel universe AR may be a good in-game coach/GM, and 5 maybe that super man QB we all would like to believe is leading the IGS...but in this world...noooooooooope....i would not know where to begin in pointing out their deficiencies...clearly the O has no confidence in anything...and the D...if the Bungles played them every week with Fitzgerald, we would be able to make a movie: " Harvard goes to Honolulu"...69% completion???UGH!!...now we are stuck with a new QB who was picked to fit AR's system(?)...oh Lord help us!!...Plz Mr. Lurie...eat AR's contract and go after Spags...after 10 years it's time to run AR and his playmates, including the inscrubable Jim Johnson....OUT OF TOWN!!!...OH HIGHER POWER THANK YOU SOOO MUCH FOR THE PHIGHTINS....plz forgive me for ever doubting them....every time i think of AR i realize how great Uncle Charlie really is...
Posted 02:34 AM, 11/17/2008
jeffmacnow1234
Die? A team that is a half game out for a playoff spot is dead? WOW
Posted 12:59 AM, 11/17/2008
bbohannon
Laurie better realize his team is rapidly becoming a joke. I know Andy has been a good coach for this team over the years, but his "eight year life cycle for a head coach" has been up for a couple years now. Don, it's been real, good luck, Chicago is going to be warmer than Philly will be this time next year. Maybe Don will realize in addtition to ties being allowed in the NFL (who knew?), voting is fun, and he really has a decent crew of recievers, he can look at tape and realise you don't have to throw the ball 100 mph to every reciever. This stinks, Later
Posted 10:32 PM, 11/16/2008
momzer
The party's over. Out with bad garbage. This team is garbage. Starting at the top. AR mMUST MUST Go. Donovan is past his time and has no creativity to be able to play for a playoff contender. Which they are NOT.
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Posted 10:12 PM, 11/16/2008
john ullman
I have been an EAGLES fan for many years and this tie is worse than any of the many losses; I now know why it is said they are like 'kissing your sister'...where do we from here? - anywhere but Dallas-johnnyu
Posted 10:06 PM, 11/16/2008
daveH
andy can only "fire up a grill" - HAHAHaHAHAHo !! LOVE IT! thank u CheckurFax! sriously laughed out load.
Posted 10:01 PM, 11/16/2008
echosmyron
I feel for the defense... constantly putting the offense in a position to do something and then they can't convert 2nd and 1s and 3rd and 1s. Reid seems to take the ball out of Donovan's hands in clutch situations continuously. Instead of playing for the tie at the end, he should given the ball to McNabb, made him earn his pay and find a way to get that yard. Instead, Reid decided McNabb can't do it. And I can't believe that, after nearly a decade together, Reid and McNabb can't put together no-huddle offenses. Having said all of that, the Eagles are still only half a game out of a playoff spot, so I'm not giving up on them. These days, you only need to get into the playoffs on some sort of roll and anything can happen. It can still happen.
Posted 09:53 PM, 11/16/2008
phillysmith
How can a players who have, for the most part, played together for so long, look so lost playing together. Bye Bye Andy
Posted 09:53 PM, 11/16/2008
davekrieg
It really isn't funny nor upsetting anymore. It's sort of numbing to be honest. Seriously, you can't still be upset by all of this anymore.
Posted 09:31 PM, 11/16/2008
CR Mahler
It's getting late and I am an old geizer. Time to go to bed and hope that I don't have nightmares about the Eagles offense. I've been an Eagle fan for as long as I can remember, but I'm seriously thinking about looking in another direction. Now wait before you jump all over me about being a loyal fan. If you're honest, you've got to admit the Eagles aren't fun to watch anymore. Many of you have accurately portrayed our beloved birds as predictable and at other times their playcalling downright confusing and stupid. When teams don't have talent, that's one thing, but to lose games and play to a tie against a very poor Cincy team then you have serious problems. I am so glad that I have the Sunday Ticket where I can actually go and watch some entertaining, well-played football games. The Eagles just aren't giving their fans their money's worth. I was born and raised in Philly and I love our teams, even the bad ones, but the product that Laurie, Reid, and McNabb are putting on the field is a disgrace. Go Steelers!! Hey, didn't the Eagles beat them this season? How did that happen. The Steelers must have forgotten who they were playing that day. Have a good night everyone. Oh, and don't forget, the Ravens have a much better defense than the Bengals. Ouch!!!
Posted 09:17 PM, 11/16/2008
phillygwm
Rush was right.
Posted 09:15 PM, 11/16/2008
32pitch
wow great job andy, way to have the team ready to play yet again...how long does it continue? another wasted season...try passing more, that may help
Posted 09:14 PM, 11/16/2008
dankil13
This team has the demeanor of its HC and QB - there is no sense of urgency, and these guys play with very little emotion. No fire or no heart. Its disgusting. How can B Dawk sit by and let this go on without getting in 5's or somebody else's face? Where is the veteran leadership on this team? McNabb stunk today, but if it weren't for Reid, all of our WR's with the exception of Jackson would be playing Arena football. We want to throw the ball 50 times a game, but we don't value WRs. We all know Reid needs to go, but Lurie will not fire him with three years to go on his contract. And Gold, the real Three Stoges running the show are Reid, Lurie, and Banner... McNabb is just a puppet in this circus!
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Posted 09:12 PM, 11/16/2008
bigphillydad
let this play out, show some class. call it as you see it, but spare us with the personal insults. i absolutly thought cholly manuel was holding the phils back.who ever thought that they would be far and away the best team in baseball the last month and a half?! let this thing play out!!!!!
Posted 09:12 PM, 11/16/2008
chgtown
The is the absolute lowest. Tying with one of the worst teams in football. This season is done; and the team is going in the wrong direction. It's time to move in another direction at coach. This should be obvious to everyone.
Posted 09:11 PM, 11/16/2008
burholme
It's not "season" over; it should be Andy/Donovan Era over.
Posted 09:09 PM, 11/16/2008
CrotchetyOldMan
Pathetic. Embarrassing. Andy lost me back in the New Orleans playoff game with his 4th down punt. Yes, I remember the Joe Kuharick and the Rich Kotite days, but I can't take it any more. I hate this coach's inability to make game day adjustments to bad game plans and I hate the GM's ineptitude year after year. Enough already!
Posted 09:09 PM, 11/16/2008
CR Mahler
Hey, this posting comments stuff is very therapudic. I'm almost breathing again after watching four hours of futility - Donovan pretending to be a pro QB and Reid masquerading as a head football coach. What exactally is Reid holding in his hands? It might as well be the Phillies starting lineup. At least they are winners!! But seriously, I've been an Eagle fan for a very long time. I was around the last time the Eagles were Champions of the NFL. That was waaaaaay back in 1960, the year I graduated from Pennsbury High School. Hmmmm, I'm coming up on my 50th High School reunion. That was a looooong time ago. We sure could use Norm Van Brocklin at QB and Buck Shaw at head coach. Ahhhh, those were the days my friend.
Posted 09:04 PM, 11/16/2008
VDogg
What a horrible game!! It was worse then watching grass grow! Its a shame I have to pay for this garbage because I don't live in Philadelphia, and must see these bums by purchasing Sunday Ticket. The Eagles are lucky the Phillies won the World Series. Philly doesn't even care anymore. We had our parade!!
Posted 09:02 PM, 11/16/2008
Derdeeboy
So many times this season I've said we are a better team than this...Today I found out I was wrong.
Posted 09:01 PM, 11/16/2008
askenuk
That is the worst performance I have ever seen by a professional quarterback. He cannot hit an open receiver more than 25% of the time. Has any quarterback hit more linemen's arms over the course of his career??
Posted 09:00 PM, 11/16/2008
mrjarn
Is Cowher coming out of retirement this year (or next)? We need a no- nonsense coach in here. AR's time is UPPPPPPPPPP!!!!!!
Posted 08:56 PM, 11/16/2008
Trunks78
I like the fact that Donovan didn't know that the game can end in a tie if no one scores in overtime. DONOVAN I HAVE FINALLY LOSS OF RESPECT FOR YOU!!!!!!!!
Posted 08:55 PM, 11/16/2008
J D
P.U.
Posted 08:53 PM, 11/16/2008
mrjarn
The Flyers are winning....
Posted 08:52 PM, 11/16/2008
drummerwinslow
Andy has completely lost this team. The players don't believe they can win. The Rookie played inspired football and the defense had its moments, but offensively, it was offensive. If Lurie doesn't make a move, he's going to start losing money. Therefore, I anticipate Reid will (forcibly)step down at the end of year. The most die-hard Eagles fans finally see that Reid is not an NFL head coach. At times, the Eagles resemble a poorly-coached high school team. It was obvious that the season ended last week when we were totally outclassed by the Giants. Upon reflection, I'm grateful for the brief reprieve from the NFC East basement and the Superbowl appearance, but it was a mirage and Andy's gotta go. Thanks, Andy and GOODBYE! Come back and visit sometime.
Posted 08:51 PM, 11/16/2008
The Beast
Wide right, ughhh! I am a die hard Eagles fan since birth, but I wanted them to lose today. They are going nowhere and the tie will drop us down in the draft, I want the loss at this point. More for AR to trade out of the 1st round of the draft with. I'm with you all, AR and 5 need to go, they are horrible... Thank God for the NFL ticket, there were real games to watch today.
Posted 08:50 PM, 11/16/2008
cujat13
Donovan didn't play a good game but this game is once again on Reid.....who calls 58 passing plays(3 to westbrook) Vs 14 runs, especially when you have Westbrook as your running back!!! Its hard to succeed as a QB when the defense knows you are just going to throw and throw and throw. I think the Eagles need an Obama, bc its time for Change.
Posted 08:49 PM, 11/16/2008
MJPD345
All the teams who are demonstrating a comitttment to running the ball are winning now.. NYG, TENN etc.etc.
Posted 08:48 PM, 11/16/2008
CR Mahler
Yeah, I saw the smile on Donovan's face during the game. Pathetic!! And TV camera also caught Dandy Andy cracking a smile, although I didn't have a clue why he would have been smiling. Double Pathetic!! It's like these two are just showing up for the games to collect their paychecks. We need leadership at QB and coaching that love the game and have a burning passion to win the game. When I watch Brett Farve, or Peyton Manning, I see leadership that loves playing football and hates losing games. Donovan is no Brett Farve. As for Andy, the more he coaches the Eagles the worse they are becoming. I once thought that Richie Kottie was the worst Eagle coach ever. Believe it or not Andy is the new worst coach ever. As long as he is at the helm we will sit back and watch terrible, losing, and tie game football. And we have so much talent and potential. Incredible!!!
Posted 08:46 PM, 11/16/2008
salurb
Hey Andy...the Redksins (who ran it down the Eagles throats) just drove on their first possession for a touchdown against the cowboys with 5 runs and 3 passes. They averaged 5.8 yards per rush and on 4th and one from the 11 gained 8 yards running the ball. Fire Reid Now!!!
Posted 08:46 PM, 11/16/2008
fakeplastic
Earliest Reid gives up coaching is end of next season. More likely not until after 2010. But he'll be around because his boss is clueless and would never admit failure. Don will be gone next year. Maybe new scenery will do him good, maybe not.
Posted 08:43 PM, 11/16/2008
phillyguy215
I think we all should tell Lurie how we feel about getting a new coach here. We should write letters,email,call his office and if even we have to stand outside the nova complex and big signs that say fire Andy reid. We can do this ITS TIME FOR CHANGE . People lets do this. we have to show Lurie that we will not take this any more. I say we hit him where it hurts. his pocket. don't buy and more tickets hats shirts anything that has the eagles logo on it and then we will see happens.
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Posted 08:41 PM, 11/16/2008
stevo8drum
im with all of you on the fire andy thing but 5 with a coach who tries to mix it up would be great. I think we get a true FB, use both our first round picks on Otackles, draft a FS in the 3rd, use our 2nd to get Gonzo and we are a good team again. For now....RUN THE ANG BALL!!!!!!!!
Posted 08:39 PM, 11/16/2008
super bowl champs
As a lifetime Giants fan i have to say it's been great watching the Eagles completely implode this season! Isn't this the same Eagles team that was picked to represent the NFC in the Super Bowl by S.I.? Ha Ha that joke was funny in late August and its even funnier now! The thing is, i can't believe Eagles fans actually drank the Kool Aid on that one! This team has been steadily declining since 2005 and its flaws have been apparent for years now (boring, predictable play calling, small running backs, lack of big play reciever, fat & out of shape QB, old secondary, mediocre linebackers, smallish defensive line) they feasted for a good 4 years or so on the rest of the NFC East being weak but those days are long gone my friends. The Eagles are now an old relic ready for the junk yard. Watching the Giants run over, around and through the Eagles "defense" must have been humiliating for Eagles fans who can't stomach the fact that the Giants are the Super Bowl champions and cruising to a repeat while the Eagles again finish in 4th place! I love the comments i hear that Eli sucks & McFlabb is much better but you know what? Eli directed the winning drive in the Super Bowl gainst the only 18-0 team in history and threw the winning TD pass with 35 seconds left while McFlabb was puking up his guts in the huddle in the 4th against an inferior Patriots team because he couldn't handle the pressure or was out of shape. I bet 2004 seems a long time ago doesn't it?
Posted 08:34 PM, 11/16/2008
brio
It's official. Philadelphia is now a baseball town.
Posted 08:28 PM, 11/16/2008
kenny000001
oh by the way...........when do pitchers and catchers report
Posted 08:27 PM, 11/16/2008
TexColorado
Living in Orlando, I didn't get to see the game (thank God!) But from looking at the "highlights" of the game, it did appear to me that McNabb was smiling and laughing and joking around with the Bengals after the game was over. This makes me sick to my stomach. Why should I (or anyone else) care if the Eagles win or lose when the starting QB doesn't? He even said in the post-game press conference that he didn't think there were any ties in the NFL!! By the way, did you see the commentary on FOXsports.com this morning where Jason Whitlock said that Andy Reid was the worst coach in the NFL?! I don't know if I would go that far, but he is bad and needs to go and take his laughing boy QB with him. To paraphrase Whitlock "How many (Sunday night) games are you going to lose this year because you can't convert 4th and 1? You throw on every down but decide to run when the game is on the line". Pathetic. Just pathetic.
Posted 08:27 PM, 11/16/2008
sjbuchanan
maybe we could get some of the Phillies out there playing for the Eagles. Actually, it's time to change their name to the Philadelphia "Turkeys."
Posted 08:26 PM, 11/16/2008
riedmustgo
finally you are all catching on. oh the media is way to slow but even it can't ignore it any longer. AR is the worst in game coach ever and not much better at anything else. BUT it is time for the writers to stand up and take there jobs seriously. If AR dares restrict your access when you write about his ineptness YOU must make sure EVERYONE hears about it. INCLUDING NFL FRONT OFFICE. riedmustgo
Posted 08:25 PM, 11/16/2008
kenny000001
we have got to do a better job at putting people in a position to do a better job to put guys in a position to do a better job and it starts with me..........
Posted 08:22 PM, 11/16/2008
scoob
AR is personally accountable for a team that's .500 since 2004. He's making the same mistakes week after week, year after year. Enough is enough - let McNabb have success on a team that lets him play to his strengths and let us move on. It might not be better right away, but at least the potential to improve will be there. 10 years is an eternity in the NFL - he's had his chance.
Posted 08:22 PM, 11/16/2008
CR Mahler
I am not, now will I ever be a head football coach. I don't know anything about blocking schemes. I don't know a whole lot about passing routes. And I don't have a clue about x's and o's but I'm almost positive I could have coached the Eagles to victory today. When the clock ran out on the Eagles, I turned to my wife and said, "Honey, I've just wasted four hours of my life." She didn't say a word. My son and I attended a game in Baltimore back in 1996 when the Birds and the Ravens played to a 10, 10 tie. Hmmmm, don't we play the Ravens next week? Today's game was plain UGGGGGGGGLY!!!!
Posted 08:21 PM, 11/16/2008
puckdad77
Easy way out of it, Rich. Get rid of Andy and Donovan and start over again. Solutions easy to see. No glasses needed...just a change in personnel.
Posted 08:20 PM, 11/16/2008
toph314
terrid is right. Just as you are all on Andy's case suggesting actions are louder than words - and his actions suck. Actions, as fans, speak louder than words ... STOP PAYING FOR MEDIOCRITY. You can't keep complaining and then drop $500 on the next home game. Actions speak louder than words. Take action Eagles fans.
Posted 08:18 PM, 11/16/2008
cheeks4two
Perhaps Pete Liske is available to come out of retirement....
Posted 08:17 PM, 11/16/2008
dukenukem
Can you imagine if every week a cardiac surgeon said "I have to do a better job of doing open heart surgery?" He'd probably be in jail.
Posted 08:17 PM, 11/16/2008
Mitch Hamels
who cares, we are 'world effing champions'!!!!!!!!!
Posted 08:11 PM, 11/16/2008
SPBilly
Defense did play well though. During the off season, then training camp, both franchise and local media painted a much different picture to what we have at present. Birds were overated from the start, but still a legit play-off team. Westbrook is not healthy, and the team has tried to downplay the importance of Shawn Andrews to the offense, but what has come to fruition, long before this season, is the inconsistency of 5, and the inability for proper offensive play calling. Is it time fr AR to leave? My question is to be replaced by who? Martz? Gruden? Notre Dame Dude? And when are we going to see Kolb in real game scenerios?
Posted 08:10 PM, 11/16/2008
wacoast
If you guys are not going to use Kolb will you please trade him to Seattle so we can start winning some games? wait until you see this guy play.
Posted 08:08 PM, 11/16/2008
HO HUM
Pathetic!!-What 58 pass attempts and 16 runs.Arena football at its best.But they score points.Eagles,no matter how the season ends,are on the downside of this cycle. Sad
Posted 08:03 PM, 11/16/2008
ameadie
It is hard to imagine the Eagles had so much talent 2002-04 that even AR's staff couldn't spoil it until the playoffs. Today felt like Marion Campbell years. Any one remember 10-10 tie with St. Louis? Dreadful game enroute to 6-9-1 disapointment of 84. Question is who do you hire to replace AR?
Posted 08:02 PM, 11/16/2008
Ken B
The Eagles are a passing team run by someone who can't pass. Let the Kevin Kolb era begin. While their at it, getting a new head coach could help too. That guy in north Jersey would be a good choice. He use to work for the Eagles.
Posted 07:59 PM, 11/16/2008
NitnyLion
FIRE REID NOW!!!!
Posted 07:58 PM, 11/16/2008
JD New Haven
The Eagles would benefit by firing Andy Reid mid-season. Reid would never be willing to test his developing players, including Celek, Laws, and most importantly, Kolb. Yet, it is clear that Reid has failed miserably as a General Manager, and the next GM will have no know who his a player and who is a sham (see the entry under Lorenzo Booker). Despite his great weakness as a gameday coach, Reid was at one time a very strong coach. For the past several years, he has become increasingly stale and seemingly disinterested. I have to believe that had he taken a leave of absence when his sons had their horrible crash, he might have saved his career. Now, he is worse than useless to his team. I fail to see how Lurie is at fault here; however, if he continues to stick with Reid, he deserves equal disdain.
Posted 07:57 PM, 11/16/2008
eaglephanatic
Different week, same bungling QB and coaching. Lurie needs to have some "guts" and stop this nonsense. Enough is enough, and we have seen more than enough already.
Posted 07:56 PM, 11/16/2008
Wise_Owl
So Mr. Lurie, isnt time that Fat Andy and his stepson, clown mcnabb be shipped off to chicago?
Posted 07:54 PM, 11/16/2008
KGKoons
Play calling and then not blocking is a major reason this team sucks. Andy must be fired and they must start Kolb very soon to allow them time to evaluate him. Getting younger and faster on the O line with two new D defensive backs and a new D coach plus a new offensive coach who can manage time are their needs. They are a disgrace to Phila. The major TV outlets should let them die pathetically and not televise them nationally. They continue to dis the fans and have now become a joke to even the tepid announcers.
Posted 07:54 PM, 11/16/2008
dad7
Honestly, by halftime I was rooting for the Bengals. What a terrible display by the Birds' coaching staff as well as their starting QB. Once again, the Eagles began a game unprepared to play. This time it was against a 1-8 opponent. It is time for the hierarchy of this franchise to evaluate exactly where this team is going. It is clearly in the wrong direction. How can they continually arrive at these games unprepared to play. After awhile it seems that Coach Andy's refrain that it is his fault is exactly correct. It IS his fault. Andy should go! Take #5 with him. Could we talk Bill Cower out of retirement? However, I don't think Bill will go along with dropping out of the first round of the draft to preserve the "precious salary cap" prestige that Joe Banner seems so fond of. After 10 years of Andy's regime, I ask you how many super bowls have we won? Does it look any brighter now than last year of the year before? Is there any real reason to believe that next year will produce a winner? It is time to move on!
Posted 07:51 PM, 11/16/2008
rhawnhurster
Next year's Coors commercial -- Fans ask why their beer is warm, and Andy Reid responds at the podium, "I should have done a better job of preparation." Next year's first round pick should be Rodney Landers, the senior QB at James Madison. He is both a terrific runner and passer, and he wins week in and week out (just ask Villanova fans). And he has a Philadelphia connection -- his dad played running back for Northeast. I'd keep McNabb for a year or two for transition, but it will be clear that his days are numbered.
Posted 07:50 PM, 11/16/2008
coachman22
Can someone on this team, anyone get mad at the way they are playing. If I have to listen to Reid, McNabb and co. talk the company line after every game I am going to go crazy. This was a disgrace. And if I have to hear Eskin and those other idiots say they do not need a big time reciever once more I am going to flip out. Their recievers blow. McNabb in his 10 year is still throwing behind guys, still throwing into the ground. He has not gotten any better.Westbrook is it and he is hurt and they have noone else This team and coachin staff has reached his peak and must go.
Posted 07:50 PM, 11/16/2008
TTwins
Right on the money stoky. Playing for a tie is absolutely pathetic.
Posted 07:48 PM, 11/16/2008
losteagle
All you fans have finally woke up! I have try to tell you this was coming 5 years ago! But know we love Andy and Donovan and he is a good coach! You kepp filling the Link and Laurie just keeps laughing at you!
Posted 07:47 PM, 11/16/2008
jimqk
Kolb will be the starter next week. Reid has no choice now. If the Eagles don't win the Super Bowl, Reid will be fired, and Reid knows this. McNabb has been unable to start games strong, and today he threw three interceptions. At least putting Kolb in would give Eagles' fans a reason to watch the rest of the games this season.
Posted 07:45 PM, 11/16/2008
Mikedub
ANDY REID MUST GO!!! I am so tired of his act. He is seeming more and more clueless. I have also about had it with Donavan as well. He had the audacity to say after the game that they have to focus on the positives. Andy and Donavan are insulting the intelligence of the Philly fans, and I might add that we as Philly fans have tremendous sports intelligence. We just want our teams to do well. It is going on 48 years for the Eagles. Every team in our division has multiple Super Bowl wins and we have none. It will stay that way too. ANDY REID must go!!!
Posted 07:45 PM, 11/16/2008
thomasg
Donovan McNasty has to go along with his sidekick Andy Reid. McNasty is finished in Philly. Send him packin' back to Chicago. Worst imitation of a professional football team I've seen ever.
Posted 07:41 PM, 11/16/2008
Charlie911
McNabb just said in an interview that he didn't know a game could end in a tie. What a moron!! What, did he think they were going to have a shoot out to decide the winner?? He should be cut tomorrow. How stupid can he be. Evolution sure passed him by.
Posted 07:40 PM, 11/16/2008
Bill R4
I'm still on my Phillies "high" and have found other, better things to do on Sundays. Why should I subject myself to Groundhog Day week after week? The rest of you should do the same as it will do you good. I'm not watching another Eagles game under Reid's watch. That's the only way to send Jeffrey a message, through his wallet.
Posted 07:40 PM, 11/16/2008
TheFirstStateVinman
Lurie should have all the locks changed at The Linc, by the time the team charter arrives in Philly...
Posted 07:39 PM, 11/16/2008
Bill1966
scars: Get your tickets at www.stepfordfans.com where all the rest of you lemmings can patronize another last place season
Posted 07:37 PM, 11/16/2008
Voytas
bobcitydoc...............get a clue, this isn't baseball.
Posted 07:34 PM, 11/16/2008
tnjoe
So you don't need a fullback.
Posted 07:31 PM, 11/16/2008
red rock
This team has checked out..if I were Jeffrey Lurie, I'd be infuriated. But then again his REAL hometown team is doing OK.Still in the hunt.
Posted 07:31 PM, 11/16/2008
franknbeans
lurie could move this team to LA for all I care. Knock down the linc and make more space for phillies parking
Posted 07:31 PM, 11/16/2008
power808
Andys been sneakin into his Sons stash all season. He should resign tomorrow.
Posted 07:30 PM, 11/16/2008
bobcitydoc
Not to sound, you know, overly optimistic, but they could be only a game, or game and a half out of a playoff spot at the end of the day. So, don't stick a fork in them yet Rich. I recall the Phillies losing 2 out of 3 to the Nats in early September and things looked bleak. Time for the Eags to exact some revenge on their conference foes.
Posted 07:26 PM, 11/16/2008
2centzwerf
Saw a look on Andy Reid's face during the Giants game that confirmed for me that he's done. Good guy, but it's time. As for #5, what kind of support has he really had? Develop a power running game with a real fullback that can catch. BWest is approaching his twilight. Lots of drafting needs.
Posted 07:21 PM, 11/16/2008
the G.O.A.T.
This team is a disaster!I gotta agree, Reid must go!He's done a horrible job. starting with the fullback position. he took away from our run D with the klecko move. klecko can not play fullback! rather than keeping jason davis and tony hunt( a good short yardage tandem)and letting them develop.The whole recevier rotation deal isnt letting any or the receviers settle.Early in the season The tandem of jackson, baskett , lewis/avant worked out pretty well! Does he not realize that curtis and brown have been taking catches away from the guys that were making plays!Eagles cant run the ball because there is nowhere to run, the line cant stop the hole from collapsing before B-west can get there. If the defense could protect a lead maybe we would be 8-1-1.Eagles linbackers cant cover no matter how many "Teeks" A.R.(and jim johnson) can come up with! How many probowlers do we need in our secondary to stop the pass!The Coaching staff has done a poor job.I like Andy because he doesn't throw his players and coaches under the bus! he takes full responsability as he should and he should be fired. hes done all he's gonna do in philly!
Posted 07:21 PM, 11/16/2008
STEVE5444
Put it this way.. The Eagles tied the worst team in the NFL..The quarterback didn't know what sudden death was and..The Gold Standard is across the street...Has anyone spoken to the "pedal to the metal" owner.... Or is he in France.. oooppss sorry wrong owner..
Posted 07:20 PM, 11/16/2008
clobal
prep...u need to hit the receivers ya got....not overthrow them for over one qtr, every game.
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Posted 07:12 PM, 11/16/2008
prep97
Let's not run McNabb out of town just yet! He's still a probowl caliber QB. It's Reid that has not given him the supporting cast to be successful. Reid should have his GM title stripped to begin with. He drafted Kolb instead of a player that can help us now he thought any average Joe could walk onto the field and return punts and kicks. On top of that he thought a defensive lineman could be a fullback. And yes you do need a fullback to win in this leauge especially since your star is a mere 5'6 and 160lbs. Reid's been in the league long enough to know that this isnt college and you cant take a guy thats been playing a position for 5 years and expect him to go onto the other side of the ball and be able to help you right away. It's a weakness that other teams drool at. Reid focus on coaching and even though thats suspect I'll give you the benefit of a doubt since you have taken us to a super bowl but please stop assuming average players can step it up when thats what they are. McNabb needs help and you're not giving it to him in any fashion of the game.
Posted 07:11 PM, 11/16/2008
phillysucks999
Ha Ha Ha Ha - Eagles stink.
Posted 07:11 PM, 11/16/2008
URkidding?
McChoke likes to laugh all the time, and now the Eagles are the leagues laughingstock. Thanks Donnie, now go breast feed from Mommie.
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Posted 07:06 PM, 11/16/2008
mantle
Reid and #5 should be put away. like Reid's kids
Posted 07:05 PM, 11/16/2008
clobal
Smile a little smile for me Again Mcnabb clutches victory from the hands of the eagles...not all his fault....about 75%....but laughing while he does it....that's what gets to me...he keeps saying ...it's his team and he's the leader...got to admit bernard hopkins is right...he just don't have it.He's way too comfortable because of reid...no pressure...and when pressure does arrive during a game ...he chokes...changes need to be made and mcsmile is the biggest one needed.
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Posted 06:59 PM, 11/16/2008
gordy
Not a word of this a lie, we're watching the game in our family room after our second to last series my dog walks right in front of the T.V. and pulls a McNabb and pukes! It pretty much summed up the entire game
Posted 06:58 PM, 11/16/2008
eaglesbri89
Absolutely Horrible! I have defended Donovan for the last time. He has had chance after chance to pull it together and he has failed. It is time for an overall change in our Offensive outlook. Reid has never been great but now he isn't even average. He MUST leave for this franchise to reawaken. His "I must do a better job" mantra is old and tired. He does nothing to inspire his football team or the fans. Goodbye Andy! Thanks for the memories.
Posted 06:53 PM, 11/16/2008
scars73
For all of you complaining how bad it is, please give up your season tickets so some real fans can now buy them. Thank you.
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Posted 06:49 PM, 11/16/2008
rockinrob
How does a pro QB with 10 years of NFL experience not know that the game ends in a tie after the first OT if no ne scores? Who was behind center, George Bush?
Posted 06:49 PM, 11/16/2008
Nicher
Obviously, Reid has lost this football team. If anyone on this club comes out tomorrow and says this is a good football team, they may need to commit me to a looney bin. Even the most dependable player on the team, the punter, sucked it today. I don't think it's a hasty decision to think that Reid must go. He managed to hang himself with all the rope he was allowed. Give the ball to Kolb, and let's see what he can do.
Posted 06:46 PM, 11/16/2008
psuwelsh
It is clear that AR's offense and playbook is done. Too bad that the defense has to put up with the offense that is on the field. Also, McNabb is now clearly on the downhill...can't run, can't throw accurately, and his leadership is in doubt. I would not be disappointed to make a change to a more youthful team and give them a chance to log some real game time to prep for next year.
Posted 06:44 PM, 11/16/2008
inquisitor
who would win a shootout btw Flyers and Eagles? Hahaha
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Posted 06:44 PM, 11/16/2008
Paul Bobo
Remember when Philly was a football town? Wow. What a joke.
Posted 06:44 PM, 11/16/2008
Paul Bobo
Remember when Philly was a football town? Wow. What a joke.
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Posted 06:41 PM, 11/16/2008
ThinkTwice
Dear fellow eagles fans, sometimes i think that you are all ten years old...I only say this because with all the McNabb/ Reid insults, it is clear to me that none of you were in Philly when those two men turned this football team into an elite squad. non of you were in philly the years before TO when all we had was McNabb winning games irrelivant Trash and Stinkston. Clearly, you where not in Philadelphia when McNabb helped us overtake the Giants for division supremecy, or big playoff wins against the bucks, McNabb massive 4th quarter against the Packers in a playoff game.... For all who were not in Philadelphia for the last ten years, I am sorry you missed McNabb dominate the NFL and excite a city like never before. IN THE END, I AGREE, IT IS TIME TO MOVE ON FROM REID AND MCNABB, BUT IF YOU UNDERSTAND ANYTHING ABOUT FOOTBALL OR MY CITY OF PHILADELPHIA, YOU WILL RECOGNIZE THE HERO STATUS THAT MCNABB HAS EARNED IN THIS TOWN. FINE TO SEND HIM ON HIS WAY, BUT DO SO RESPECTFULLY AND THANKFULLY, NONE OF THIS MCFLABB BS. ANYWAY, I AM CONVINCED THAT ALL YOU MCNABB HATERS ARE FROM JERSEY OR THE BURBS. GO ROOT FOR THE JETS.
Posted 06:38 PM, 11/16/2008
jearnha
Sadly, these F'ing Birds killed my FULL joy of the Phillies World Series win. Our Coach/GM has officially fallen off the cliff. Now we get a chance to see if our owner has any stones whatsoever. Thanks for the memories Andy, now go back to being Holmgren's shoe-shine boy.
Posted 06:37 PM, 11/16/2008
spark88
that was the most pathetic excuse of a football I have ever seen -- usually I have been an ardent mcnabb defender but I think he and andy have to go -- it's just painful to watch this team now
Posted 06:35 PM, 11/16/2008
Dr. Martin von Nostrand
Everybody needs to boycott the Eagles until Reid is fired. Let them have a few blackouts this season. Buy your kids Hamels, Howard and Utley jerseys for Christmas instead of Westbrook, McNabb and Dawkins. This ownership will not get it until they feel it in the wallet.
Posted 06:35 PM, 11/16/2008
14philly
All I can say is, Wow, that was some bad football! This is a poorly coached team, thin on poorly evaluated talent, under the direction of a poorly staffed front office. Pathetic! Hey Andy, Jeff Lurie, Banner, Heckert.... we deserve better! If you can't see that this team is headed in the wrong direction, than you are blind as well as ignorant! Get a clue and hire a real GM, Fire Andy, keep a first round pick for a change and get a real #1 WR....
Posted 06:34 PM, 11/16/2008
Philly-d-kidder
Eagles Season is Kaput!! I don't know what is worse Mcnabbs erratic play today or.. Not registering to vote until 30 plus years old and still complain about the USA to National press!
Posted 06:32 PM, 11/16/2008
starman
Simple, the Bagles are out coached every week... But never the less the organization itself sucks. Yes the owner and the FO put up with this shrade of a team, Why? They are making money in all types of large ways. Give #5 a chance to win, rade him. Give Andy a chance to win, send him to bingo game. Close the door, this house is empty
Posted 06:28 PM, 11/16/2008
flamingo
What kind of game ends in a tie? NFL football teams should fight until somebody scores. Both teams were cheated today; nobody won. Donavan should have never been given a ten year contract. What kind of motivation is that? Guaranteed job regardless of performance..drives me nuts when we're losing and he's smiling..
Posted 06:27 PM, 11/16/2008
Ron
McNabb didn't know there were ties in football? Amazing. That says it all. Clueless from top to bottom.
Posted 06:26 PM, 11/16/2008
PhillyTrue
Pathetic tie which really is the same as a loss for us - I wonder how much McNabb would be worth in a trade?
Posted 06:26 PM, 11/16/2008
crustymcd
They should have given Cincy the ball in OT and taken the wind. And I agree with stoky to go for it on 4th and 1. A tie is a loss as far as the standings go. But look at the schedule and don't give up. The Iggs can win 5 of 6 or 6 of 6 and have a shot at the playoffs.
Posted 06:26 PM, 11/16/2008
Babooska
The Eagles will never win McNabb and Reid. And Lurie won't get rid of either one, because they can always Wait Til Next Year and the sheep will continue to buy tix and merchandise. Don't go to the games and don't buy stuff. Hurt Lurie in his pocketbook than maybe you will see a change. Doubtful though.
Posted 06:25 PM, 11/16/2008
grayfox25
What a disgrace! I'm ashamed to be an Eagle fan.
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Posted 06:20 PM, 11/16/2008
davegoll
when does spring-training start! i would rather of the birds lost.
Posted 06:16 PM, 11/16/2008
gfish134
I think I just kissed my sister.
Posted 06:16 PM, 11/16/2008
salurb
Reid should have been fired after the punt in New Orleans a few years ago. If I was the owner, I would have fired him in Cincinatti today after the game.
Posted 06:16 PM, 11/16/2008
Southern0160
Andy Reid is an embarrassment to this city. He should do something to reflect integrity, like QUIT you Fat Loser! McNabb looked like he'd just rather be someplace else. Hopkins was right, McNabb is a gutless coward and a really BIG TIME LOSER!
Posted 06:15 PM, 11/16/2008
EagleMama
DONAVAN GIVE IT UP! NO ACTUALLY YOU DO THAT QUITE WELL, ESPECIALLY TO THE OPPOSITION. I HAVE NEVER SCREAMED AND CURSED SO MUCH IN MY LIFE. I KNOW I COULD HAVE THROWN THE FOOTBALL BETTER! GO BACK HOME TO YOUR MOMMA AND EAT SOME CHUNKY
Posted 06:14 PM, 11/16/2008
COskier
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Posted 06:11 PM, 11/16/2008
greenguy
Lurie doesn't care. He's raking in the bucks, so , why should he care. If he did, he'll get rid of Fat A Reid and Mornhinweg (who, by the way was ran out of Detroit because he stunk there too). We have some really, really good players, but, there is no one to lead them. We need B. Cowher or J. Johnson.
Posted 06:09 PM, 11/16/2008
toccheyhockey
How does everyone not see the positive in this? We lost last week, and we tied this week. Next week we're obviously going to win, then we'll win the Super Bowl. Duh!
Posted 06:07 PM, 11/16/2008
drron
To Romes and other ticket holders..... Don't you think a message needs to be sent???
Posted 06:06 PM, 11/16/2008
jamarder
10 years and still no running game.... A Top 5 RB with Top 5 RB $$$ and still no running game.... A team with a bunch of # 3, 4 , and 5 WRs (Jackson excluded for now)... its Andy Reids time to go
Posted 06:04 PM, 11/16/2008
cigy77
phillysucks999 bite me
Posted 06:04 PM, 11/16/2008
drron
To Ticket Holders....can you show something dramatic?? Like the N.O. Saints put bags over their heads. A one-game boycott could be a message Lurie c/n miss! Do something with your anger
Posted 06:04 PM, 11/16/2008
MJPD345
The last time the Eagles TIED a game was with Ray Rhodes. Remember him ? That was his last year...
Posted 06:04 PM, 11/16/2008
MJPD345
The last time the Eagles TIED a game was with Ray Rhodes. Remember him ? That was his last year...
Posted 06:04 PM, 11/16/2008
cigy77
OH AND PUT KYLE ECKEL IN AT FB AND MOVE DAN KLECKO BACK TO THE D-LINE. ECKEL IS A BEAST AND HE CAN REALLY HELP THE SHORT YARDAGE GAME.
Posted 06:03 PM, 11/16/2008
Bruce388
I, for one, think everything's wonderful. Aren't they millions of dollars under the salary cap? Maybe that's the gold standard Lurie used to babble about. More gold for him.
Posted 06:02 PM, 11/16/2008
majordmz
Lousy quarterbacking, lousy coaching, terrible game plan. A group of nuns could do better on that flea flicker. Reid cannot build a running game. He is clueless. We're toast.
Posted 06:02 PM, 11/16/2008
pa_and_va
Sickening that in Donovan's press conference he tried to play up the Bengals as a really good team whose record just doesn't show it. No, Donovan, they're a bad team, because they can't finish a game. Just like you and the Eagles. But the Eagles are never ready to start a game either. Donovan just never accepts responsibility. And I've had enough of Reid's Darth Vader labored breathing press conferences too.
Posted 06:01 PM, 11/16/2008
dukenukem
Bill1966, absolutley. Even Reid looked confused about it.
Posted 06:01 PM, 11/16/2008
phillysucks999
Eagles blow. Back to normal for the city of Philadelphia. The Phils winning was an aberration. Suffer Philly fans.
Posted 06:00 PM, 11/16/2008
Andrewsgvl
The beginning of the end. Reid is no longer a competent NFL coach. He is, at best, the 4th best coach in the division.
Posted 06:00 PM, 11/16/2008
Nezhy
FIRE REID
Posted 06:00 PM, 11/16/2008
montymiller
Big Red has to go....when are you and your fellow writers going to say what needs to be said? This game is a microcosm of Reid's inability to make in-game adjustments. Also how can you not feed Westbrook the ball? If The difference between Max-Jean Stiff rock and Andrews that big? How do we not run the ball on any 3rd and 1's but last week 3rd and 3 and 4th and 1 for our life against the Giants front 7 we are running. Reid has lost his nerve. Everything he touches turns to poop. I am out with Reid. It is time for a change. I saw the Bengals fans took out an ad on a billboard by there stadium. Who is with me? My email is my name @ gmail.com. Let's get it started......Reid must GOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!And take LJ and Jim Johnson with you....
Posted 06:00 PM, 11/16/2008
spz74
Let the season play out and then start making changes in the offseason...Get rid of Reid & Co...Maybe Bill Cowher should be pursued...I know some people don't think so, but at least he has a ring to prove what he's capable of doing
Posted 05:59 PM, 11/16/2008
woody7236
It is the system stupid!! The Eagles really aren't that bad. Add a power back to compliment Westbrook and a fullback and run the ball on first and we got something. BUT NOTHING IS GOING TO CHANGE AS LONG AS BIG RED ID HERE!! Keep Donovan, get rid of Reid and we'll be right back in the playoffs. 4th and 1 with the season on the line and he punts!!!! That sums it up right there. Reid is TOAST!!
Posted 05:59 PM, 11/16/2008
worldtraveler
Time for Reid and McNabb to go.
Posted 05:58 PM, 11/16/2008
PhillySubsMac
The 'gold standard' has been revealed to be a counterfeit. How Andy Reid can seriously sit there and utter the same BS yet again with a straight face after the way he's finally been trashed by a media that's had to listen to absolutely nothing enlightening coming from the man's mouth for years is totally unbelievable. Doesn't this organization have any respect for the fans whatsoever? Joke. Can't wait for Sports Final tonight. I think I was actually hoping they'd lose at the end. Yes, here comes Kolb (or at least he should be), ready or not.
Posted 05:58 PM, 11/16/2008
Bake McBride
Please - no more excuses. Clean house. How long do we have to wait? Start Kolb now, and Reid - Marty, etc., all out the door in January. Spags becomes the new head man, and we get after it NFC East style.
Posted 05:56 PM, 11/16/2008
DeanWormer
You gotta love this. I told you all McNabb would never win. You never listen until it's too late.
Posted 05:54 PM, 11/16/2008
bizurk
Oh dear god..... that was awful. We can blame AR for the 60 passes and 20 runs, we can blame AR for not drafting a backup RB (paging Felix Jones), but at a certain point the guys on the field have to take care of business against one of the worst squads in the NFL. Like a lot of you, I'm completely disgusted..... I just wish I was a baseball fan so I would have had a respite from the lifelong agony o being a 30 year old Birds fan.
Posted 05:54 PM, 11/16/2008
Gas Man
U-G-L-Y
Posted 05:52 PM, 11/16/2008
drron
To everybody, What would impact the ownership?? Do you ticket holders have the cujones to orchestrate a one0game boycott?? Show 'em how P.O.'ed you are. Spend Sunday watching the Giants run over another team!!
Posted 05:52 PM, 11/16/2008
Bill1966
DukeNukem, Did you seriously hear Mcnabb say he didn't know there were Ties in football?? If so Mcnabb is the dumbest QB to ever play the game.
Posted 05:52 PM, 11/16/2008
JCinDC
What's amazing is that Fox actually blew off their postgame show to stay with this slop. Can't remember the last time I got caught surfing channels around Sunday football....watching "Something's Gotta Give" wth Jack Nicholson was more enjoyable than this game.
Posted 05:52 PM, 11/16/2008
AllDawk_AllTheTime
complacency and arrogance created what you see.. a problem that has gone on for far too long.. a team that always thinks they are better than they are - a coach who can do no wrong while an owner just counts his money. NOTHING CHANGES - except for other teams getting better - while we become more predictable! And morons like Hoffman or whoever were talking about scenarios to the playoffs? What's wrong with you guys?
Posted 05:50 PM, 11/16/2008
cange30
I am disgusted with the play, and lack of concern for the fans who are your biggest supporters! Shame on the Eagles for turning out this kind of product!
Posted 05:49 PM, 11/16/2008
Dave Spadaro
Hey Guys, Spuds here... just relaz! Hey, I have it on really good authority that Lorenzo "Just Call me Little B-West" Booker is digging through film right now and will be ready to light it up on Sunday! Remember when we all heard about the double-threat of him and #36? Well the wait is over Eagles Fans! And how about throwing to Dan Klecko in overtime? Wow, that Andy Reid is an offensive genius - not even I saw that coming! Yowza. Hey, got a tough one against the Ravens this week, but they'll come out firing against that Ravens defense... it's not like we have to face Dhani Jones again - whew! Andy and Marty are busy right now scoping out ways to get the players into better position for next week... well, gotta go, we're boarding the charter Jeff Lurie booked us on with AirTran! Wow! PEANUTS AND EVERYTHING! Gotta love that guy!
Posted 05:49 PM, 11/16/2008
Manny-Mann
They sssssssssslurrrrrrp!
Posted 05:48 PM, 11/16/2008
Brian F.
I fear I am coming close to feeling the need to join the boorish throng of "fans" who are calling for the end to the Regime. This is the end, my friends. How eerie is the parallel to 1997, when the Eagles last played to a tie, in Baltimore, on their way to a 6-9-1 mark and a 3-13 1998 season that marked the end of one era, and the beginning of this era? Is that what we have to look forward to in 2009? Sadly, most likely. But Reid isn't going anywhere anyway, until minimum January 2010, so that part of this discussion is moot.
Posted 05:48 PM, 11/16/2008
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Posted 05:48 PM, 11/16/2008
kansaiman
For those McNabb haters: Sure, McNabb played horribly but today's tie(i.e. loss) is solely on the coaching staff, except JJ. Andy Reid stayed too long with too much authority over personnel in this team. He must go. I rather want to see McNabb playing than taking a chance with Kolb, who could be another B. Hoying, T. Detmer, R. Pete, or D. Pederson...
Posted 05:47 PM, 11/16/2008
WhatNow
This game was just a whole hot mess! Enough said.
Posted 05:46 PM, 11/16/2008
Bill1966
Why not try pulling Mcnabb? The last time Mcnabb sat Jeff Garcia went 5-0 and won playoff games. Give Kolb a chance as he has to get his feet wet sometime, why not now that the season is over as Rich says..
Posted 05:46 PM, 11/16/2008
JBP
Good men Andy and Don, but no longer wanted here.
Posted 05:45 PM, 11/16/2008
jmargo23
Exactly 100 days until the PHILLIES start their title defense against the Pirates for a spring training game in Florida. And I will be there, cheering for a team that actually wants to win. A tie? How's is that possible in the NFL? Didn't college football put in a system that's exciting and decides a winner. Why does this still happen? Andy Reid should have been fired when he lost the Championship at the Vet. Oh sorry we had a chance again after that in Super Bowl XL but no such luck. McNabb was out of shape and couldn't get it done. GOODBYE!!!
Posted 05:43 PM, 11/16/2008
diego0513
It's time for some Corn on the Kolb. A new era is upon us...
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Posted 05:41 PM, 11/16/2008
Bobphxville
Not only did we tie - we F*!$in tied!
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Posted 05:40 PM, 11/16/2008
terrid
Get WIP to run a promo - wear Phillies gear to the next Eagles home game. And boo like he..
Posted 05:39 PM, 11/16/2008
pog
Funny, when they had to go for the tying field goal in regulation as another drive stalled, I thought that they would lose on a last second field goal at the gun....missed it by that much :-) You're right. Season over. Lots more free time to contemplate Black Christmas and the unemployment line. At least the Iggles will be getting paid.
Posted 05:39 PM, 11/16/2008
Romes
Stop going to the games? That's the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard. I was an Eagles fan before Lurie got here and I'll be a fan long after he's gone. If you want to quit on the team because of the boneheaded play-calling or absentee ownership, that's fine. Please be my guest. As for me and mine, we'll continue going to the games and cheering our voices raw just like we have since my father first bought season tickets in 1966.
Posted 05:38 PM, 11/16/2008
peteinmich
Once again, thank you Phillies! Roughly 96 days until pitchers and catchers report.
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Posted 05:36 PM, 11/16/2008
terrid
Rant all you want. The only way to get Jeffie's attention is to stop going to the games and stop buying the merchandise. But next home game the stadium will be full and the cash register will be ringing and everyone will be back here ranting. The team stinks - let them know by closing up your wallet
Posted 05:35 PM, 11/16/2008
kenmaj
After watching the Eagles tie an 1 and 8 team today, it's seems very appropriate that these "turkeys" are playing on Thanksgiving Day.
Posted 05:34 PM, 11/16/2008
terrid
Rant all you want. The only way to get Jeffie's attention is to stop going to the games and stop buying the merchandise. But next home game the stadium will be full and the cash register will be ringing and everyone will be back here ranting. The team stinks - let them know by closing up your wallet
Posted 05:34 PM, 11/16/2008
Romes
58 passes and 16 runs against a team that was 1-8 going into today's game. What an absolute wire hanger abortion this team is. It's like Reid is daring Lurie to fire him at this point. Lurie almost has to make a change now, doesn't he, or is it just me who's thinking like this?
Posted 05:31 PM, 11/16/2008
gulls3012
since my last comment wasn't placed, ill just say that until people stop paying $150-$250 to watch this circus, no changes will be made. McNabb is soft with no leadership and Andy Reid was starving for something other than a win in OT today.
Posted 05:31 PM, 11/16/2008
Angel R.
For the First time Andy Reid had a face of fustration. Why? Because the players and fan are giving him the same face back!!
Posted 05:30 PM, 11/16/2008
JoePAVA
For the second week in a row, in a critical part of the game when time is most important, McNabb ends up taking a delay of game penalty. 10 yr veterans are supposed to have a better command of time management, and of their team. Anyone see Matt Cassel lead his team down the field for a score at the end of both halves the other night? This loss is all on 5's poor play, and AR's poor play calling and bad coaching. How the hell does a team come out so unprepared to play week after week!? That is on the coach, and the coach needs to pay the price for that. I say, since McNabb is gone after this year, that they play Kolb and see what we have with him, or if we need to draft another QB.
Posted 05:29 PM, 11/16/2008
atp2007
I would never want to make apologies or excuses for McNabb, whom I've always thought was a mediocre QB, but it seemed to me that last Monday near the end he was hit hard and on the next play seemed to wince and grab his chest before the ball was intercepted. I was surprised that the network broadcast didn't pick it up, not that they ever seem to watch the game, and instead of replaying it got caught up in some type of nonsense. Maybe it will turn out after the season that McNabb did hurt his chest again, but if he did and it's causing him to suck this bad, he should be off the field. One can play thru pain, but should not play thru inability. (P.S. to see just how bad the Eagles are, look at what the Bears had done to them today by the Packers who haven't beaten them in GB since 2003)
Posted 05:29 PM, 11/16/2008
Jim C.
Boy, I have always apprreciated what Reid and McNabb have done--overall. They have had a ton of success, but this is the first tinme ever I felt like it might be a time for fresh scenery for everyone. Draft a run-stopping DT and/or get some ace pass-rushers (see: NY Giants), go get a star WR (that is not insane)...
Posted 05:27 PM, 11/16/2008
phineas
To reply to Montymiller. I know you're frustrated, but you're not thinking right. The smartest man on the coaching staff is Jim Johnson. To get rid of him would be a super stupid move. Other than that, it's time for Mc Flabb to go. Better to trade him a year too soon, than a year too late. There are others too keep him company on his way out. He shouldn't go alone .
Posted 05:27 PM, 11/16/2008
tbird
It's frustrating to watch this Eagles team, especially on the offensive side of the ball. Despite previous game problems with running the football in short yardage situations, the Eagles haven't made any apparent changes to bring them success. In face, they don't try to run the ball, deciding to pass(and rather unsuccessfully) when a run is needed. McNabb has also been very erratic all season, and his 4 turnovers today was the biggest factor in losing this game. I'm for a quarterback change and any other personnel changes that someone analyzing the game film should see who isn't performing. If the coaches don't change, then it's time to replace them too.
Posted 05:22 PM, 11/16/2008
MJPD345
No,,,,Power,,,Running,,,Game...They should have Steamrolled this team.Reid is the problem.I feel sorry for the players.
Posted 05:22 PM, 11/16/2008
philly499
What has happened to this franchise? I can't believe what I'm seeing - we have FAR too much talent for this to happen. Reid must be held accountable, which means he has to be replaced. Kolb will suffer the same fate as DMac, and it looks to me that #5 has let the frustration ruin his play. All around a total shame.....
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Posted 05:20 PM, 11/16/2008
atp2007
What can you expect from a team that lost to the Bears, who today lost for the first time in years in Green Bay whenn the Packers ran them off the field and gutted them. They accomplished what the Eagles could not do, running TDs, and made Kyle O. look like Goldie Locks and not the second coming of Favre that he looked like against the Eagles. A good indication of how low the Eagles have fallen. Start the rebuilding NOW!
Posted 05:20 PM, 11/16/2008
dukenukem
OH My God. McNabb just said in his press conference that he didn't know there were ties in the NFL. Shocking, just shocking.
Posted 05:20 PM, 11/16/2008
snook65
who are you kidding? the season died a long time ago and even if today would have turned out differently there are many better teams with a solid defenses and coaches that do not look at the run with disdain ahead of them in the playoff race. i don't want to hear anymore about gold standards or how good they are from the players. they stink and that is the bottom line.
Posted 05:19 PM, 11/16/2008
gb2007
Reid is such a fool - why did he call a time out at 2:08 to go in OT - does he not know there is a two minute warning in OT???? You will never win with a coach who is behind the game - instead of anticipating - or dictating like the Giants do - he is always playing catch up he is always behind. Fire Reid draft a 350 lb DT to help stuff the run and get Spags back down here to coach. ANd trade 5 to the Vikings.
Posted 05:18 PM, 11/16/2008
mariomick
The Chase Utley UNCENSORED speech is still on you tube...........
Posted 05:17 PM, 11/16/2008
pistolabus1
how bout them flyers and sixers?! ehh..right?
Posted 05:17 PM, 11/16/2008
STIII
Come on 76'ers!! Lets go Flyers!! Thanx Phillies!! Is Andy fired yet?! A tie with the Bungals? Wow.
Posted 05:17 PM, 11/16/2008
wvbillz
I'll be there on Thanksgiving......Lets see:....We want Kolb!...Let's go Phillies!!!.. or ,um,...Reid you suck!!!...how about...BOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
Posted 05:17 PM, 11/16/2008
didderbops
You got it nittany4...pitchers and catchers can't wait! I'm sure Joe Banner will be calling in to whine about the negative coverage the Eagles get. Guess what Joe? You're not the only game in town anymore, and you better start making some changes.
Posted 05:17 PM, 11/16/2008
Philly_Steak_Kid
Clearly the WORST game of football I have ever witnessed. McNabb should have been pulled at the half. My daugter would have had a better completeion record than that "f"ing joke of a performance our vaunted multi-million dollar QB turned in. Hey Andy, what do you guys think you'll do against a REAL football team?
Posted 05:16 PM, 11/16/2008
kansaiman
I can't agree with Rich more. The offense was dreadful. Questionable play callings. Can't covert 3rd & 1. Yes, Tie is better than "L" and that's the only bright spot after today's game.
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Posted 05:14 PM, 11/16/2008
didderbops
Andy Reid must go...
Posted 05:11 PM, 11/16/2008
Diamond Jim Brady
simply stunning
Posted 05:11 PM, 11/16/2008
stoky
I've heard of 4th and 26.. but 4th and 1 and not going for it!!!what did they have to lose. I'll tell you what.. a chance of winning ...that's what they lost. Go pick up your paychecks fellow while we scrape up our guts.
Posted 05:11 PM, 11/16/2008
nittany4
when does spring training start?
Posted 05:10 PM, 11/16/2008
phils116
last week it was mostly Andy's fault. This week i have to go with mostly Donovan. He looked like a rookie QB, and he will never be able to see the whole field in his career. Andy won't fool anyone with his 2-3 "trick plays" (the flea flicker come on it's not 4-4 touch football with your uncles.) But Donovan just plain sucks now.
Posted 05:08 PM, 11/16/2008
montymiller
Big Red has to go....when are you and your fellow writers going to say what needs to be said? This game is a microcosm of Reid's inability to make in-game adjustments. Also how can you not feed Westbrook the ball? If The difference between Max-Jean Stiff rock and Andrews that big? How do we not run the ball on any 3rd and 1's but last week 3rd and 3 and 4th and 1 for our life against the Giants front 7 we are running. Reid has lost his nerve. Everything he touches turns to poop. I am out with Reid. It is time for a change. I saw the Bengals fans took out an ad on a billboard by there stadium. Who is with me? My email is my name @ gmail.com. Let's get it started......Reid must GOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!!!And take LJ and Jim Johnson with you....
Posted 05:07 PM, 11/16/2008
ronsullivan12
Rich, if you're correct (and I agree the year is over) do you think they should just start Kolb now and find out what he can do?
Posted 05:06 PM, 11/16/2008
Fozzie27
WE TIE!!!
Posted 05:06 PM, 11/16/2008
Gold
Reid,McNabb, and Lurie. The 3 Stooges
Posted 05:05 PM, 11/16/2008
ChekUrFax
Andy needs to go. His act is SO tired. About the only thing he could fire up is a grill.
Posted 05:04 PM, 11/16/2008
dukenukem
Remember when Sports Illustrated picked the Eagles to go all the way?
Posted 05:03 PM, 11/16/2008
robertthomas
Awful football team. Awful coach. Once again, Reid just said he has to put players in a better position to be successful. How many times can he say that before he is replaced? What a joke!
Posted 05:03 PM, 11/16/2008
fiveforone
The Eagles are total trash. Bring on those Phillies chants at Eagles games! It's time to fire Andy, I'm not rooting for this team until he's gone. Rooting for a tie in every game now.
Posted 05:03 PM, 11/16/2008
Grazman
Andy's got to do a better job....
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Posted 05:02 PM, 11/16/2008
Flyboy24
What a joke. Fire'em all
Posted 04:58 PM, 11/16/2008
nyphilliephan
wow, living in upstate ny i don't get to see them too often on tv (i guess i'm lucky). that was the worst performance by a supposed "good" team i think i've ever seen. AR and 5 should be put in a boat together and shipped down surekill.... wait, AR's press conf is starting....what? AR takes full responsibility.... AR has to put the players in better position... AR is an idiot...and 5 sucks
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Rich Hofmann arrived at the Daily News in 1980 for a job whose status was officially designated as "full-time, temporary." A senior at Penn at the time, he was hired to fill in on the copy desk during a staff illness. The notion of him covering the Eagles or being a columnist did not exist in anyone's imagination. It was supposed to be six weeks and out, but he never left. It is only one of the reasons why so many people have concerns about him as a potential house guest. Rich has blogged the postseasons of the Flyers and Eagles.

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