Tragedy in the NFL

So close yet so Far

The Eagles put up an impressive game on Sunday versus the New England Patriots. Two plays into the game QB A.J. Feeley dropped back threw an interception returned for a TD, and everyone thought to themselves, "here we go again". But surprisingly the birds fought back the very next drive, with a TD of their own. And from there on out it was a dog fight to the very end. The Eagles D had it's ups and downs but against a high explosive offense like the Patriots, they did an outstanding job in the long run. The D only allowed 48 rushing yards which is very good in consideration that the Pats are a very physical football team and can without hesitation run all over you. On the other hand it appeared they didn't need to run the ball because QB Tom Brady was 34/54 for 380 yards and 1 TD. The downside to the Eagles offense was the 3 turnovers in comparison to the Patriots zero turnovers. And our turnovers lay on one mans shoulders A.J. Feeley. Feeley threw 3 INTs which was disappointing considering how well he did other than those 3 passes. A big part of the success of the offense was the clutch, long time Eagles wide receiver, Greg Lewis. Lewis led the entire team in yards, ave. yards, Td's, and longest reception. Lewis hasn't seen much time this year, but this game may have bought him some more. Next week the birds are playing (7-4) Seattle, who lead there division. The eagles are going to have to put up another hard fought game, if they want to win this one.

Another Day Another Struggle

The Eagles started off strong on Sunday, playing both offensively and defensively sound. In the first half the Birds had 3 scores and were ahead 17-10 at the end of the half. The second half however the Eagles slowed down and had only 2 field goals. Brian Westbrook RB for the Eagles had himself another good game. Westbrook had 46 rushing yards, 46 receiving yards, and 2 TD's. However, the Eagles offense is still struggling in the red zone and if they want to improve on that L.J. Smith TE must get healthier and start catching those TD's in the red zone that he has done so well in his career. Defensively they played a solid game allowing only 256 total yards and 1 TD. The defensive line had there motors going and it showed with 4 sacks, one of those sacks taking out starting QB Kelly Holcomb. So now that they have that pressure being put on the QB the rest of the defense has to start being play makers and make something happen. The Eagles have a tough one coming up this Sunday against the Dallas Cowboys. The only suggestion I can say about this game is the Eagles better snap on the helmets, tie up their cleats, and bring it on Sunday. Oh, and if Andy Reid doesn't get his home life fixed he's never going to be able to put the time and energy into his other family, his football team.