Kolb negates extension report
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Kolb negates extension report
Jeff McLane, Inquirer Staff Writer
Kevin Kolb went on 610-WIP today and confirmed that he and the Eagles did not discuss a contract extension as was reported last week.
"We haven't even talked to them as far as I know," Kolb told WIP host Howard Eskin. "That totally blew me away when that was reported because that was obviously false.
"I don't even talk to my agent [Jeff Nalley] that much about it because ultimately it doesn't have anything to do with what we say. So we're kind of just sitting back right now and letting things iron out. We know there's still some time here and I'm sure there'll be a phone call some time in the near future or a meeting. But as of right now we're just going to let it iron out and have faith that the right decision's going to be made."
On Friday, a team source told The Inquirer that the report, authored by Gary Cobb, was "completely 100 percent false." A league source later verified this response from the Eagles. Cobb wrote on his Web site, gcobb.com, that he stood by his report.
Audio of Kolb's interview was posted on the WIP Web site. Selections from the interview were also posted on the team's site.
Kolb, backup to Donovan McNabb, is entering the last year of his contract. So, too, are McNabb and Michael Vick. The Eagles' quarterback situation remains one of the most discussed topics this NFL off-season. Coach Andy Reid said after the season that McNabb was his starting quarterback for next year. Of course, that hasn't stopped numerous trade rumors involving all three quarterbacks.
Kolb hasn't hid the fact that he wants to start.
"I wish that I could have played last year," Kolb said. "With that being said I'm going to wish it even more this year so it's tough but I know it's an even harder situation for the Eagles. My gosh, there's three of us back there that can play so I'm going to keep their feelings in mind and try to remain positive no matter what happens."
Kolb, about to enter his fourth season, said that he wants to remain with the Eagles.
"I feel like I fit in this system so well," he said. "And not just the system, but the coaching staff and the players and the personnel all the way around, even on the other side of the building with the business side and all that. I just feel like our personalities really fit well together and I look forward to taking over this thing one day and working with those guys. So I would never wish myself to be anywhere else."
Kolb also spoke about his "rapport" with the young offensive skill players.
"I think there's a great rapport with myself and the rest of the team and especially the young guys," Kolb said. "The rookie camps that lead up to the main camp, I've always done those. ... So I have those guys in right away and that's helping with the learning process for them. And when you do that with somebody I think they have a respect for you and they look at you for some wisdom. I've heard that there's a lot of quarterbacks around the league -- even guys that have been in the league 10-12 years -- they still go to those camps so they can continue to build that rapport."
McNabb attended every minicamp last spring except for rookie camp. The only veterans that show up for those practices are usually the ones in danger of not making the team.
Who cares about Kolb?! It's time to root for the SIXERS!— Leegles
"I feel like I fit in this system so well." That's the key folks. Kolb is the type of QB that fits the West Coast offense much better than McNabb. With Kolb at the helm you won't see as many bombs but the intermediate and short passing will be much better. He's a Drew Brees type QB. The Eagles offense will be more consistent.— soulman386- The man is ready.....just aim....(release)....&......fire away. It's Kolb's time know. .....Move on people!— ghostmarine
- I have no idea why anybody, especially a site like this, needs to follow up on GCobb.— trungy
- haha, he's another Drew Brees...that's hilarious. Without the starts, stats or a ring. He looks like a punter, for cryin out loud.— PhillySubsMac
Comment removed.- Dave...that was 3 years ago.— Joe Funk
- Soulman, you're right. That's the real upside to Kolb. He is a better fit for this offense than Donovan, stylistically. I worry though that without the arm strength of Donovan it won't take long for D Coordinators to take away his short game once they get a book on him.— birdseed
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- You people inphilly are too close to the center of the eye. You need to step back and think. Why are you so quick to get rid of Donovan just think back from when Ron retired until Donovan got here. What musical quarter backs we had. Give Donovan one more year!!! From Big Sky Montana— hockeyrcw
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- Donovan has had 11 years and the last 4 have not been vintage McNabb. Reid's offense is based on what DM was during his first 6 years. Recivers have been replaced and the offense still has trouble scoring from the 20 yard line. TIME FOR A CHANGE. Chicago needs a QB.— tulsaphil
- Dave... The only reason why McNabb was a pro bowl QB this past year was because the one that was chosen played in the Superbowl. And @5MustStay: McNabb is a good quarterback. He just doesn't fit in with the West Coast offense. He isn't accurate enough. More times than not, he will not hit his receivers in stride. I'm not putting all my eggs in the Kolb basket but this team is in need of a new direction. They have been banging up against the same wall for too long now. It's like watching a bad re-run. The Cunningham era couldn't make it past the first round. The McNabb era got us past that but can't win the big game. It's time to turn the page.— roque32
- Really Joe? Miss the pro bowl this year?
- Stop thinking about the 20 and 30 years ago hockeycrw. It's alright. the offense will be just fine with this kid. If they really are gonna hand the keys over to Kolb, and they can get a half-decent return for Mcnabb right now, it makes no sense to stunt the growth of someone you spent a top pick on when he could be getting in sync with DJax and Maclin and Celek company. The time is now
