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I attended the game so did not have the advantage of the in depth TV perspective , however it early seemed that Philly was getting incredible pressure from the right side. I just watched a Tivo recording and it really seemed Doug Free was getting beat like he stole something. The Eagles have a really fine pass rush, but Free's performance seemed exceptionally poor.


What is the perspective of the more expert Zoners on this?
 

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I attended the game so did not have the advantage of the in depth TV perspective , however it early seemed that Philly was getting incredible pressure from the right side. I just watched a Tivo recording and it really seemed Doug Free was getting beat like he stole something. The Eagles have a really fine pass rush, but Free's performance seemed exceptionally poor.


What is the perspective of the more expert Zoners on this?

Not Free's biggest fan but Graham was the real stud on that Eagles' D last night. Not Fletcher. Nevertheless, Free is the weak link on this OL, not Lael, not Leary.
 

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Seemed like they through most of their blitzes to Free's side. I didn't think he was terrible. You can't have a pro bowler at every offensive linemen position. At this point I think you are looking for a younger version of Free. Green hopefully is that guy.
 

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We have a star college recruited offensive line. Doug Free I dont think was a premium offensive lineman like the rest. I saw that also and I think he got battered around. He is a bit of a week link and was exploited. He did get first team all MAC. Although good, I dont think he is at the level of the rest of the offensive line due to their star status.
 

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The constant lack of quick lateral movement isn't anything new for Free. His days as Dallas' RT are surely numbered.

I'm anticipating that we'll be seeing another tackle taking his place next year, whether it's Green or who know who?
 

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I attended the game so did not have the advantage of the in depth TV perspective , however it early seemed that Philly was getting incredible pressure from the right side. I just watched a Tivo recording and it really seemed Doug Free was getting beat like he stole something. The Eagles have a really fine pass rush, but Free's performance seemed exceptionally poor.


What is the perspective of the more expert Zoners on this?
His crowning moment was accidentally helping push Dak forward to get the 1st down on a crucial 4th & inches. Otherwise, his performance was nothing that Chaz couldn't step into. (& Free is one of my pet cats.. but I'm done with him)
 

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Not Free's biggest fan but Graham was the real stud on that Eagles' D last night. Not Fletcher. Nevertheless, Free is the weak link on this OL, not Lael, not Leary.
Yeah Graham is playing like one of the best DE's in the league this season. Tough match-up for any Tackle.

But it's clearly time for Chaz Green to start stealing snaps from Free like Parnell was.
 

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Don't think Collins has the feet for RT.

If anyone starts there next season it will be Chaz Green.
Yeah he's already struggled with quickness in pass protection at LG. Leaving him in even more open space at RT doesn't sound like a great idea.
 

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I actually like Free more than most, but for years when he struggles, it's with the outside rush and getting his hands up. There was one rush from Graham(?) that he completely whiffed on that was obscene.
 
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