Brooks Kubena

How Oilers throwback uniforms stoked the embers of a decades-long NFL relocation fight The feud between the Tennessee Titans and Houston Texans over the remains of the Oilers is defined by petty antagonism and proxy wars.

If you've ever wondered...

Why did the Houston Oilers leave?
Did Houston's lawyers fight for the history?
Could the Texans have been the Oilers?
Why did the Titans wear Oilers unis vs. the Texans?
What's with the uniform changes?

This story's for you:
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From 'bust' to boom, Brandon Graham leaves a lasting legacy in retirement

"B.G. out, baby."
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Why the upcoming draft is crucial to the Eagles’ free agency strategy The Eagles were big spenders last year, so this year had to be different.

Why the upcoming draft is crucial to the Eagles’ free agency strategy
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Brazil in discussions with NFL about long-term contract for international games A long-term contract could last as many as six years with as many as two games per season.

News: Brazil is in discussions with the NFL on a long-term contract for future games that could include as many as two games in a given year.

A one-year deal for 2025 is still possible, a Brazilian official says, but they’re aiming for a multi-year deal.
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'He's a rock of this foundation': Jordan Mailata using his voice and his guitar to lead Eagles

Jordan Mailata is a first-year captain in the middle of what Lane Johnson says is “an All-Pro type of season.” Mailata is reaching peak maturity — a blend of mischief, mentorship and menace that can be best explained through music.
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C.J. Gardner-Johnson is headed to the locker room after spending a few minutes in the medical tent.

Nick Sirianni, Kellen Moore and the Eagles coaching staff have been trying to fix their opening drives throughout the season. They're tied for last with 0.46 EPA on their opening drive, per TruMedia. They punt again after gaining nine net yards.

Hardest hit from an Eagles DB yet this year. C.J. Gardner-Johnson delivers the boom to force a punt. And there's the new celebration from the defense.

It's Nolan Smith again to start. He played a career-high 81 percent of snaps last week.

The Eagles captured momentum in their eighth straight win — or did they?

These Eagles are building momentum — but you’d have to believe in momentum first
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Rookie Eagles WR Johnny Wilson has been downgraded to out with a hamstring injury. Paired with Ben VanSumeren’s knee injury yesterday, the Eagles are now down two players who contributed in run-oriented offensive packages.

C.J. Uzomah may be be used plenty again on Sunday.

Where Eagles stand after Brandon Graham injury: ‘They better know somebody coming right behind me’ Brandon Graham will still have a role with the team while he's injured.

Brandon Graham grieved the moments he lost with his season-ending injury and welcomed his new role on the sideline.

Meanwhile, the Eagles are preparing for a 2024 playoff push with a roster hit that runs deeper than on-field depth.
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my heart is full

Eagles D-coordinator Sean Desai is a self-starter who will always find a way to advance Desai, in his first year as Philadelphia's defensive coordinator, is "always trying to find the answer to everything."

Sean Desai is on the field chatting with Jeff Scott, Eagles VP of Football Ops. This is a reunion game for Desai. He's on the Rams staff as sr. defensive assistant/AHC. Worth reposting this story (one of my first on the beat) on the former Eagles DC from last season.
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Saquon Barkley just can't escape the Brotherly Shove

Jalen Hurts has been cleared to return after being evaluated for a concussion

Gotta wonder why Quinyon Mitchell was backed up so much on that third-and-3.

That trick play didn't stand a chance.

Landon Dickerson returned to the game on the last drive and played every snap.

Saquon Barkley has surpassed 1,000 yards rushing for the fourth time in his career. Through 10 games, it's the earliest he's done it yet.

It's Josh Sweat and Nolan Smith to start the game along the edge for the Eagles.

Jake Elliott is now 12-of-16 on FG attempts this season. That 44-yarder is the first he's missed this season in that range. He was 5-of-5 from 40-49 yards entering tonight.

Eagles left guard Landon Dickerson is limping off the field. Tyler Steen is entering the game.

It took a whole one play for fans to yell: "Run the ball!"

First play: Swing pass to Jahan Dotson. An 8-yard gain against his former team.

Jordan Mailata is indeed back. Starting at left tackle

The hard cast is on Bryce Huff's left hand. His right hand is taped.