Tim McManus

Tim McManus

@timmcmanus42.bsky.social

NFL/Eagles reporter, ESPN.

7,996 Followers 27 Following 138 Posts Joined Dec 2024
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“It’s too soon to think about that.”

Jalen Hurts, when asked if he wants Kevin Patullo back as offensive coordinator.

Says he puts his trust in Roseman, Sirianni and Lurie.

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2 months ago
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Best way to an Eagles defensive lineman's heart -- and performance? Meatballs Vic Fangio introduced the Meatball Award this season for his defense to serve as that extra bit of motivation.

"He does a meatball award. I heard they're pretty fire."

How Eagles DC Vic Fangio is fueling his championship-caliber defense: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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Eagles stand by rest call despite losing 2-seed Eagles coach Nick Sirianni stood by the decision to rest most of his starters in a Week 18 loss to the Commanders despite it costing them a chance for the No. 2 seed.

“One thing I could guarantee was giving them rest. I couldn't guarantee anything else.”

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni stands by decision to sit many of his starters:

www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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3 months ago
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Hurts bounces back as Eagles praise QB's resolve Jalen Hurts had a rebound performance in the Eagles' 31-0 win over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, tossing three touchdowns with no interceptions following a highly scrutinized five-turnover game jus...

"I wouldn't want another quarterback, to be honest.”

Eagles teammates point to Jalen Hurts’ resolve after bounce back performance. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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3 months ago
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Sources: Sirianni more involved in offensive preps Eagles coach Nick Sirianni has been more involved in the offensive preparations this week, according to team sources, as the Eagles look to bounce back Monday night against the Chargers.

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni has been more involved in the offensive preparations this week, according to team sources.

www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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Eagles OC's house gets egged after loss to Bears The New Jersey home of Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo was vandalized with eggs early Saturday morning, following the team's loss to the Bears, police said.

The home of Eagles’ offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo was vandalized Saturday morning, according to police: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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3 months ago
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Malcolm Jenkins on Eagles HOF, Jalen Hurts and team scrutiny Jenkins' Hall of Fame induction comes at a pivotal point in the Eagles' 2025 season.

“I think those are the teams that can repeat, that can create dynasties, and that can stand the test of time."

Malcolm Jenkins on the Eagles HOF, Jalen Hurts, and the lies defending champions tell themselves: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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4 months ago
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'Being in the NFL is hard ... being an Eagle is harder': The trials and tribulations of Philly's demand for greatness There is a palpable demand for greatness that both fuels achievement and creates an underlying uneasiness for the current Philadelphia Eagles.

"Being in the NFL is hard. Being an Eagle is harder."

On the winning culture that has taken hold in Philadelphia, and everything that comes along with it: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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4 months ago
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Phillips: Trade to Eagles best thing that's happened Eagles linebacker Jaelan Phillips said being traded from the 2-7 Dolphins to the 6-2 Eagles was "the greatest thing that has happened to me in my whole life."

“This is literally the greatest thing that has happened to me in my whole life, probably.”

I think Jaelan Phillips is happy to be in Philly: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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Roseman: Brown too valuable to Eagles to trade Eagles GM Howie Roseman praised wide receiver A.J. Brown as a "great player" and team captain and said, "You just don't get rid of guys like that."

“He wears a ‘C’ for a reason.”

Eagles GM Howie Roseman on his trade-deadline dealing and the decision not part with A.J. Brown. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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4 months ago

The Eagles announce they’ve agreed to terms with Brandon Graham.

He’s officially back.

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5 months ago

Za’Darius Smith informed the Eagles of his retirement this morning.

An abrupt departure. A depleted edge group takes another hit.

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5 months ago

Eagles LB Jihaad Campbell was not at practice today.

He was excused for personal reasons.

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5 months ago

The Eagles made multiple moves Tuesday.

— Placed LS Charley Hughlett and DE Ogbo Okoronkwo on injured reserve

— Signed LS Cal Adomitis to the active roster

— Released LB Lance Dixon from the practice squad.

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Nick Sirianni on AJ Brown:

“I question nothing about his desire to play great football, his desire to be a good teammate, his desire to be here.”

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5 months ago
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Sources: OLB Smith out through Eagles' Nov. bye Eagles outside linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. strained his triceps Sunday and now is expected to be sidelined through the team's Nov. 2 bye, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

The latest on the Eagles' injury front, which includes an IR stint for Nolan Smith:

www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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Asked about the possibility of signing safety CJ Gardner-Johnson, Eagles coach Nick Sirianni stressed that he’s happy with the group he has.

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5 months ago

The last time the Eagles blocked two field goals in a single game was September 21, 1975, against the New York Giants.

Exactly 50 years ago today.

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Eagles and Rams warming up.

The Eagles have won 11 straight games at home.

Have also won 18 of their last 19 games overall, their best 19-game stretch in franchise history.

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5 months ago
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'We're constantly in self-critical mode': The Eagles offense is still figuring things out With offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo, Philly is working on balancing ball protection with explosiveness.

Some key stats and a little perspective on the much discussed Eagles offense: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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5 months ago
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Eagles TE Dallas Goedert back at practice after missing Week 2 with a knee injury.

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6 months ago
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Sirianni recruited Auriemma, Saban, Staley and more to teach the Eagles how to win, again Sirianni brought in sporting legends to speak with the Eagles to inspire success post-Super Bowl win.

“People think, ‘We’re the best team in the NFL. This is going to be easy.’ Nah. This will be the hardest thing they've ever done.”

Nick Sirianni led the Eagles to the highest success. He spent part of the offseason trying to figure out how to handle it. www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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6 months ago

Did not see Eagles TE Dallas Goedert (knee) at practice.

RB Will Shipley (oblique) was off to the side.

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6 months ago

The Eagles signed DT Gabe Hall to the practice squad and released DT Jacob Sykes from the practice squad.

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Dallas Goedert, Will Shipley and Tanner McKee all sidelined for practice Wednesday as Eagles get ready for the Chiefs.

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Jalen Carter out at Eagles practice after avoiding a Game 2 suspension.

No sign of TE Dallas Goedert.

RB Will Shipley is watching off to the side.

G Landon Dickerson is practicing.

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6 months ago
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Sources: Jaguars send Bigsby to Eagles for picks The Jacksonville Jaguars are trading running back Tank Bigsby, who had five carries for 12 yards Sunday in a win over the Carolina Panthers, to the Philadelphia Eagles in exchange for 2026 fifth- and ...

More on the Eagles’ acquisition of RB Tank Bigsby: www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/...

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6 months ago

A series of moves for the Eagles:

They signed OLB Patrick Johnson to the active roster.

Signed RB Montrell Johnson and OL Hollin Pierce to the practice squad.

Released WR Elijah Cooks from the practice squad.

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Eagles announce signing of DE Za'Darius Smith, place FB Ben VanSumeren on Injured Reserve.

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6 months ago
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Jalen Carter addresses the media

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