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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

It's funny (and probably sad) how often ideas for MTC pop into my head.

I was in the 12 items or less line at the Columbus Boulevard Wal-Mart tonight and realized I was going to be waiting for awhile to pay for my Soft Batch cookies, Right Guard deodorant and other assorted items.

So I took out my Blackberry to check on the Phils and then jumped on Twitter to see that PFT had posted an item on Jon Runyan.

And that's when I remembered I meant to write about Runyan earlier today.

Better late than never, right?

The veteran offensive lineman was on WIP yesterday with Glen Macnow and Anthony Gargano to discuss the death of his former teammate, Steve McNair.

But near the end of the interview, he provided an injury/rehab update.

"I'm doing well, haven't had any setbacks," Runyan said, adding that the doctor told him to ramp up his activity before seeing him again in about four weeks.

Runyan said he's right on pace and was told he won't miss any of the season.

But has he heard from any teams?

"I hear from teams occasionally, but it's more of a 'When are you gonna be ready?' And I'm like 'I'll call you when I'm ready,'" he said.

Gargano suggested half-jokingly that he'd probably be 'ready' as soon as training camp was over.

"Probably exactly that day," Runyan said.

When asked if he had any desire to be in Lehigh in August, the 14-year veteran responded, "Why? Do you have a desire to go up there and broadcast?"

So it appears he'll continue to rehab, see how injuries and contract squabbles play out during training camp and then hopefully join a team in mid-to-late August.

In case you missed it earlier, we wrote about the league suspending Giants LB Michael Boley for one game.

Posted by Sheil Kapadia @ 7:53 AM  Permalink | 31 comments
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Posted 10:30 PM, 07/07/2009
P Even
If he can't show another team anything in training camp, he could be a backup for the Eagles.
Posted 12:41 AM, 07/08/2009
JimG
I doubt Runyan has any interest in being a back-up. The guy has been a starter for a long, long time.
Posted 07:11 AM, 07/08/2009
Voytas
I guess the Eagles will let Runyan float to someone like the Cowboys. Only then will we hear from the Eagles with some excuse as to why they didn't pick up the phone to call him.
Posted 07:52 AM, 07/08/2009
ZOSO
I like big John but his body is tired. The Eagles will pass on him. I wish he could come back though, he is gridiron!
Posted 08:05 AM, 07/08/2009
dlscholt
Jon has given us some great line play, and we'll miss him. But it's time for him to retire and give his body a rest.
Posted 08:14 AM, 07/08/2009
dapmman
Like every other Eagle fan, I'd like to see Big Jon continue with the team. But I suspect his body is tired. His relunctant to go to camp is a clear indication of that. He's been the ultimate warrior, but his time has finally come and I doubt he is willing to go 16 games and the playoffs at the level he once played. There's a reason the Eagles haven't called and I suspect they know he is all but done.
Posted 08:45 AM, 07/08/2009
craig123
I would like to see Jon retire for Jon's sake. He has done the job.
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Posted 09:07 AM, 07/08/2009
montymiller
liberal piker, runyan was and is an animal and never ever caused mcnabb any injuries...if you want to call someone a turnstyle that would be your lazy dog tra thomas...he lived off one good year for 12 years...get it right you left wing trashole!
Posted 09:17 AM, 07/08/2009
Voytas
RepublicansRazzholes.....Perhaps Big John should have let someone through to get a direct hit on number five, so that he can learn what a real hit is all about. Heck, if it knocked that stupid smile off his ugly face, it would all be worth it to me.
Posted 10:00 AM, 07/08/2009
philly sports
thats F up people cant stand 2 c others happy.(knock the stupid smile off his face). y shouldnt he smile? hes a millionare making millions doing something he loves. if that isnt a reason 2 smile then i dont know wat is.
Posted 10:36 AM, 07/08/2009
PhillyPhantastico
The guy can barely walk. And no one in the NFL plays because they love the game. They play it for the cash and they don't know what else to do.
Posted 10:37 AM, 07/08/2009
SteveS11
He could sign with the Eagles as a backup and then when Shawn Andrews gets injured or flakes out again, he'll have his old starting spot back.
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