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Westbrook 'playing' vs. Chargers, Reid says

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Andy Reid was asked yesterday to specify which of four NFL injury-report conditions - probable, questionable, doubtful or out - would apply to Brian Westbrook for tomorrow's game at San Diego.

"He looked like he had a little bounce in his step here the last couple of days," said Reid, whose team practiced indoors all week because of rain.

Eagles' Westbrook seems on target to return Sunday at San Diego

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

IF YOU'VE BEEN following the frustrating Brian Westbrook saga this season, you'll recall that Westbrook was just starting to look like Westbrook again when his head collided with London Fletcher's knee, midway through the first quarter at Washington, back on Oct. 26.

Eagles Notes: Defensive line will have to step up

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

If the Eagles' depleted linebackers and secondary are likely to be targeted by San Diego quarterback Philip Rivers and his bevy of skyscraper-tall receivers, then the onus for stopping the Chargers may fall on the defensive line.

NFL: Cutler fined $20,000 for abusive behavior

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The NFL said yesterday that Chicago Bears quarterback Jay Cutler had been fined $20,000 for abusive conduct toward a game official during a 41-21 home loss to the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday.

Ochocinco's 'fun' costs him 20 grand

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Chad Ochocinco's pretend $1 bribe is going to cost him a lot more. The Cincinnati Bengals receiver was fined $20,000 and reprimanded by the NFL for taking a dollar bill onto the field during an officials' review of one of his catches last Sunday. Ochocinco held the dollar in his right hand at his side but didn't give it to the official, who motioned for him to stay away.

Paul Domowitch: Rosenhaus may be deal breaker for DeSean Jackson

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The fact that DeSean Jackson has kicked his old agent to the curb and hired Drew Rosenhaus to get him a new megabucks contract from the Eagles hardly comes as a shock.

Les Bowen: Missing pieces have Eagles scrambling going into Chargers game

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

IT HAS BEEN an interesting week for the Eagles' defense, and life figures to remain chock full of surprises, right on through Sunday's game against San Diego and the NFL's seventh-ranked passing game.

Winston Justice's inside observations

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

Eagles starting right tackle Winston Justice will write a weekly column for the Daily News to provide his insights into the team. His columns will usually run Wednesdays, beginning next week.

Injuries force Eagles to move Gocong to MLB

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Chris Gocong arrived at the NovaCare Complex on Monday not sure whether he would have a part in another episode of As the Eagles Turn.

Morning Bytes: Ex-Eagle Runyan asked to tackle political office

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 14:21:41 GMT

So Jon Runyan may be getting into politics. According to recent reports, the Republican Party in South Jersey would like the longtime Eagles lineman to run against U.S. Rep. John Adler.

Ashley Fox: Somewhere, a team for Larry Johnson

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The rumors pop up like weeds in the grass, one after another after another. Someone will take Larry Johnson. Someone will be so desperate for a running back, even one that appears used up, that they'll take on Johnson's unstable and unpredictable personality. It'll probably only cost them the veteran minimum.

You Talkin' to Me? Searching for bright spots on a gloomy day

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 13:48:46 GMT

From: Fox, Ashley To: Ford, Bob; McLane, Jeff Re: Bright spots When last we left, Ford had dunked his cell phone in a sink full of water, had an emergency root canal and then spent yesterday serving jury duty. Bob has not been particularly happy. And Jeff, I think you bore the brunt of it when Bob decided to go all English professor on you yesterday.

Eagles Notes: Despite injury, Eagles' Peters expects to play

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Even though he didn't practice for the second straight day with a sprained right ankle, Jason Peters insisted yesterday that he would be ready to play against the Chargers on Sunday.

Rich Hofmann: Eagles offense: The half and the half-not

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

THE NUMBERS HAVE tumbled, like water over the rocks. Not much more than a year ago, it was possible to write a column about how the notion that Donovan McNabb and the Eagles couldn't win a close game at the end was really an unfair rap. (I know, because I wrote just such a column after the Eagles lost that shootout last year in Dallas.) Now, though, it is entirely fair.

NFL: Falcons' coach draws a $15,000 fine

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The NFL fined Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith $15,000 for a sideline scuffle on Sunday, while Washington Redskins cornerback DeAngelo Hall avoided any punishment.

Coming off thriller against Giants, Chargers confident but not cocky

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

SAN DIEGO - Up, down. Down, up. It's been the story so far for the Eagles and San Diego Chargers, who will be trying to sort out their immediate futures when they play Sunday at Qualcomm Stadium.

Eagles vs. Chargers: The pick

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

AFTER LAST WEEK, I think I might resort to coin- flipping, or maybe placing each team's logo on the floor and seeing which one my dog sniffs first.

Eagles Notebook: Pain probably won't prevent Eagles' Peters from playing

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Jason Peters hasn't practiced this week, but he has every intention of playing Sunday when the Eagles visit the San Diego Chargers.

Eagles-Chargers: What we're watching

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

Each week, Daily News football writer Paul Domowitch will tell you the things he will be keeping his eyes on during that week's game:

Road has been good to Eagles, and will be in San Diego

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

Eagles (+1) over CHARGERS Just missed the NFC East hat trick last week, losing to Dallas, 20-16. But there are a number of positives to take away. Like the defense that looks even tighter than last season's edition. Throw out the game against New Orleans, a 48-point brain freeze,

Problems behind, Eagles look ahead

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

As was the case last year, George Washington coach Ron Cohen thinks Northeast has an unfair advantage with the Public League Class AAAA championship game being played at Charlie Martin Memorial Stadium.

Eagles-Chargers scouting report

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:46 GMT

Recent history: The Eagles defeated the Chargers at the Linc on Oct. 23, 2005, 20-17. San Diego leads the series, 5-4.

Ed Barkowitz: Falcons' Turner improves after slow start

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

NOT ALL win-loss records are created equal. The Eagles are 5-3 and facing questions about the inconsistency of their offense. Whether Donovan McNabb got a bad spot shouldn't even be an issue. A good team makes 2 or 3 yards on third-and-1 and fourth-and-1.

THUMB THINGS TO PONDER

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:41:47 GMT

NFL NOTES

Frustrated Lewis says Mangini overworking Browns

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The Cleveland Browns are being beaten and beaten down by coach Eric Mangini. That's Jamal Lewis' take. Frustrated by another losing season, the veteran running back blasted Cleveland's first-year coach yesterday, saying Mangini is pushing his players too hard in practice. But Lewis, one of Cleveland's six captains, has not taken his complaints to Mangini.

Report: NFL moves to scuttle guerrilla ad campaign

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 03:55:00 GMT

The NFL has scuttled a guerrilla marketing campaign designed to get players to strike a pose resembling a liquor brand's advertising.

Sam Donnellon: Celek won't put positive spin on Eagles' record

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:41:59 GMT

BRENT CELEK had no idea that Donovan McNabb had said earlier, "I would say it's going well." He had no idea that Andy Reid had said earlier than that, "I have a pretty good idea of our team's identity."

Vick says he's happy to be with Eagles

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

All things considered, Michael Vick said he doesn't mind being in Philadelphia. "If I had to do it all over, I would sign with Philadelphia," Vick said before the Eagles' practice yesterday at the NovaCare Complex.

DeSean Jackson joining agent Rosenhaus' roster

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Hugh Douglas knew his old agent, Drew Rosenhaus, was in town for the Eagles-Cowboys game last weekend, but didn't know exactly why - until yesterday, when Douglas was told about DeSean Jackson's reported agent shift from DeBartolo Sports Inc. to Rosenhaus.

Eagles Notebook: Lots of moving around with Eagles linebacker banged up

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Will Witherspoon, who has been settling in nicely as the Eagles' middle linebacker, will move to the weakside this week, assuming usual starter Akeem Jordan can't play with a knee hyperextension and bone bruise, other players said yesterday. Jordan was limping heavily in the locker room.

Upon further review, spot call overruled

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:41:59 GMT

Hey, guess what? Last night, the NFL sent out a link to vice president of officiating Mike Pereira's weekly discussion of controversial calls in last weekend's games. Any idea what the hot topic is this time? Why, Donovan McNabb's fourth-down sneak against the Cowboys that wasn't ruled a first down, despite a video-review challenge, even though it sure looked like one.

Phil Sheridan: Eagles' Hanson snared in NFL drug net

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Like most sports organizations, the NFL has a policy on performance-enhancing drugs that works like a fishnet in reverse. It is set up to let the biggest fish - the stars who can afford state-of-the-art "training regimens" - swim freely while snagging enough tiny fish to feed the public perception that the league is actively policing itself.

Stats don't lie, even in fantasy

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:30:00 GMT

Something you might not know about me: I like stats.

Eagles lose two cornerbacks, Hobbs, Hanson, to injury, suspension

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

THIS WAS the day's second question-and-answer session for Jack Ikegwuonu. The rookie cornerback was now being quizzed about which Eagle might be slotted for which spot in the nickel and dime packages, with the Birds preparing for Sunday's visit to San Diego.

GOP would love Runyan to tackle a congressional bid

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Former Philadelphia Eagle Jon Runyan was well-equipped to take on imposing pass rushers during his illustrious NFL career. Sources familiar with the Burlington County Republican Party say that there are more than a few insiders who think that the All-Pro lineman's also got the smarts and star power to take on U.S. Rep. John Adler in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District.

GOP wants Runyan to tackle Adler for Congress

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Burlington County Republicans are wooing former Eagles offensive tackle Jon Runyan to take out U.S. Rep. John Adler, the first Democrat in memory to win the House district that cuts through the Republican heartlands of Burlington and Ocean Counties.

Eagles Notes: Eagles' Jordan likely to miss Sunday's game

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Weakside linebacker Akeem Jordan did not practice yesterday because of an injury to his right knee, and it appears unlikely that he'll be able to play Sunday against the San Diego Chargers.

Eagles' Hanson hit with four-game suspension

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The Eagles' depth at cornerback disappeared yesterday when Joselio Hanson was hit with a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances, and Ellis Hobbs was placed on injured reserve because of a neck injury that will require surgery.

Fighting words

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:41:59 GMT

CHAD OCHOCINCO has lost it - again. The week that is Ochocinco - and it's only Thursday - features the Bengals receiver threatening to send mustard to the Steelers in advance of their AFC Divisional clash this weekend.

Vick tries to explain comments about next season

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

MICHAEL VICK has been around. He knows: With honesty, comes risk. When Vick last week honestly answered a question about his future in the NFL, his response could have been received several ways. To some, he seemed disgruntled.

Quinn gets second chance

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Brady Quinn is getting his second chance at starting. Quinn, benched just 10 quarters into the season for Derek Anderson, will start Monday night's game against the Baltimore Ravens. He was pulled at halftime of the Browns' 34-3 loss to Baltimore on Sept. 27, and will make his return against one of the NFL's toughest defenses.

Tough to figure No. 5

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The following is a partial transcript from yesterday's fantasy football chat on Philly.com with John Gonzalez: Gonzo: We have a new schedule. Since there will be games on Thursday night for the rest of the season, the chat will be at 1 p.m. each Wednesday from here on out. Tell your friends.

NFL: Browns return to Quinn

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Cleveland Browns coach Eric Mangini said yesterday that Brady Quinn will start at quarterback when the team hosts the Baltimore Ravens on Monday night.

The dope on diuretics

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:41:59 GMT

Eagles defensive back Joselio Hanson might not have known the pill he ingested to combat bloating contained a diuretic, but he, like every other NFL player, knew diuretics are as damning a substance as any.

You Talkin' to Me? Birds have helped - and hindered Vick

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

From: Fox, Ashley To: Ford, Bob; McLane, Jeff Re: Super Seven I missed the revealing four-minute interview Michael Vick gave yesterday before practice. By the time I walked the 40 or so feet from Brent Celek's locker to join the scrum, Eagles PR guru Derek Boyko cut the Vick interview off. Our esteemed colleague Bob Brookover summed up Vick's comments thusly: Wildcat quarterback bad, Leavenworth prison worse.

Vick says he’s happy in Philly

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 01:32:36 GMT

All things considered, Michael Vick said he doesn't mind being in Philadelphia.

Eagles lose Hanson, Hobbs

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:57:31 GMT

The Eagles' depth at cornerback disappeared when Joselio Hanson was hit with a four-game suspension for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing substances and Ellis Hobbs was placed on IR because of a neck injury that will require surgery.

Runyan mulling Congressional run?

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 21:32:25 GMT

Sources familiar with the Burlington County Republican Party say there's more than a few insiders who think the All-Pro lineman's also got the smarts and star power to take on U.S. Rep. John Adler in New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District.

Eagles midseason report card

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

Daily News Eagles beat writer Les Bowen provides his midseason report card: Quarterback The o-line is in constant flux and the key weapons tend to show their youth at times - big variables in evaluating Donovan McNabb, but is it unreasonable to expect more poise and consistency from an 11th-year starter? I'd really hoped the contract adjust

At halfway mark, a look at the Eagles

Wed, 11 Nov 2009 08:01:00 GMT

The Eagles' season is half over, and the amount of liquid in their thermos is strictly a matter of opinion.