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NFL Writer for NJ.com, LehighValleyLive.com, PennLive.com, and the South Jersey Times. Member of the PFWA.

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Really interested in seeing what Alonza Barnett III decides to do next season. Whether he transfers from JMU or decides to stay, he is a very intriguing prospect for the 2027 draft. Dual-threat talent who could wind up on an NFL roster.

06.12.2025 03:52 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Watching that glimpse of The Temptations perform at halftime, all I can think of is:

05.12.2025 03:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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What’s wrong with the Eagles offense? Former players weigh in as playoffs approach Former Eagles players attending the third-annual "Team Dinner" gave suggestions on how the team could improve the struggling offense.

What’s wrong with the Eagles offense? Former players weigh in as playoffs approach

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03.12.2025 15:49 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Former Eagles players defend coach as attacks get personal: β€˜I think that’s kind of BS’ Former Eagles players talked about the vandalism incident at the home of Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo.

Former Eagles players defend coach as attacks get personal: β€˜I think that’s kind of BS’

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03.12.2025 15:19 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ex-Eagles stars return to haunt their old team in Bears’ 24-19 win Former Eagles players returned to Philadelphia with the Chicago Bears and played pivotal roles in the Bears' 24-15 win.

Multiple Eagles stars played a role in the Chicago Bears'win over the Eagles Sunday. One gave a "wink" as to what they saw from the Eagles offense.

Ex-Eagles stars return to haunt their old team in Bears’ 24-19 win

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29.11.2025 02:01 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Former Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson is facing his former team for the first time since last season's Super Bowl championship. He met up with Eagles GM Howie Roseman before the game.

28.11.2025 19:27 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Two first-place NFC teams are set to face each other this afternoon when the Eagles take on the Chicago Bears. #Eagles #Bears

28.11.2025 18:30 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Happy Thanksgiving to everyone out there

27.11.2025 21:28 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1

If the Texans had any semblance of a consistent offense, they would be at least in the AFC Championship Game.

21.11.2025 04:20 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lions’ high scoring offense ran into a wall in loss to Eagles: β€˜We were just a little off’ The Detroit Lions made costly mistakes that resulted in a 16-9 loss to the Eagles.

Lions’ high scoring offense ran into a wall in loss to Eagles: β€˜We were just a little off’

www.nj.com/eagles/2025/...

17.11.2025 16:13 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Detroit Lions cornerback Rock Ya-Sin reacts to the defensive pass interference call against him in the fourth quarter when he was covering Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown. #NFL

17.11.2025 06:56 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Lions players furious after controversial penalty at end of loss to Eagles: β€˜It’s (bleep)’ Detroit Lions players didn't mince words about the controversial pass interference call that prevented Detroit from getting one final chance at a comeback.

Lions players furious after controversial penalty at end of loss to Eagles: β€˜It’s (bleep)’

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17.11.2025 06:31 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 1

It's the year of the blocked kick/punt

07.11.2025 03:46 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

There are some good contested catches being made in this Miami (OH)-Ohio game.

05.11.2025 03:17 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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New edge rusher chart!

I've adjusted this to show double team rate + chip rate (at edge) on x axis. A little messy because we're mixing data sources (possible overlap) but I think important to get chips in there.

Y axis is pass rush win rate at edge.

28.10.2025 18:56 β€” πŸ‘ 33    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 8    πŸ“Œ 12

Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux said the Denver Broncos created a blueprint for the Eagles’ run game Sunday.

β€œThey had some copycat plays. They did some stuff that we saw from the team that just played us, so they were able to take advantage of some of our weak points.”

26.10.2025 22:47 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 1
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Giants furious over officiating blunders vs. Eagles: β€˜That’s some b----’ Disputed penalty calls sparked frustration among Giants players and coaches in Sunday's loss to the Eagles.

Giants furious over officiating blunders vs. Eagles: β€˜That’s some b----’

www.nj.com/giants/2025/...

26.10.2025 22:35 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

Yeah even after spotting it, just to show the view of how many inches he was away from the line or if he got it.

21.10.2025 02:02 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Feels like we will be getting a pool report on that Otton catch & review process. Also, where is the Hawk-Eye technology that was used earlier in the season to show the yardage needed for a first down? Haven't really seen it used that much on broadcasts. That play feels like a good spot to use it.

21.10.2025 01:53 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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DeVonta Smith's route chart Week 2 against the Chiefs versus his route chart in Sunday's game against the Vikings. #Eagles

20.10.2025 00:15 β€” πŸ‘ 23    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 0
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Broncos share what led to comeback win vs. Eagles: ’This town’s probably not happy with us’ The Denver Broncos scored 11 unanswered points in the fourth quarter, including a crucial two-point conversion to secure a 21-17 win over the Eagles.

Broncos share what led to comeback win vs. Eagles: ’This town’s probably not happy with us’

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06.10.2025 15:27 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

I got you my bad.

05.10.2025 20:39 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Not complaining at all. Found a weird streak researching on way to locker room

05.10.2025 20:38 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Week 4 is going to be another crazy one isn't it?

26.09.2025 03:22 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

Win or lose, this is the type of game that has to get Marvin Harrison Jr. a jump start to get going for the rest of the year.

26.09.2025 03:12 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Rams star sounds off after last-second loss to Eagles: β€˜We had that game won’ The Los Angeles Rams player admitted the team "got too into ourselves" after building a substantial lead before Philadelphia's dramatic comeback.

Rams star sounds off after last-second loss to Eagles: β€˜We had that game won’

www.nj.com/eagles/2025/...

21.09.2025 23:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 5    πŸ“Œ 6
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According to Next Gen Stats, the Rams had a 91% chance to win the game with 12 minutes and 40 seconds left in the third quarter and up 26-7. The #Eagles scored 26 unanswered points and won the game 33-26.

21.09.2025 21:47 β€” πŸ‘ 21    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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Malcolm Jenkins (in the photographer vest), LeGarrette Blount (the honorary captain for today's game), and Darren Sproles greet each other on the sideline in a mini-Super Bowl LII reunion. #Eagles

21.09.2025 16:51 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert, who missed last week's game against the Kansas City Chiefs, is back and will be available today against the Los Angeles Rams.

21.09.2025 16:22 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2
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Eagles LB Nolan Smith and the defensive line will need to get consistent pressure on Rams QB Matthew Stafford to disrupt the Rams' passing attack. In the first 2 games of the season, Stafford has completed 45.5% of his passes (10 of 22) when he was under pressure (via @PFF).

21.09.2025 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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