Eagles vs Saints this Weekend

[dr_hefley]

Is anybody going to watch this game? If so, are you gonna pay particular attention to how Peyton and his staff manages the blitzes versus how the Cowboys did? I know I will.

I don't know if the Saints line is as good, better or worse than the Cowboys. I'm really interested in how that blitz package affects their play. I'm also gonna be real interested to see what effect a mobile quarterback will have on the game.

 

[canters]

Their line is at least as good as ours, probably better. The Eagles are too well coached to look past this game, but the Saints have a great chance to win.

 

[dallasfan31]

i am going watch this game its going be a good game. its on tv here dallas not so i will watch i think saints going win 24-20

 

[Phoenix-Talon]

From an Eagles' Fan perspective, NO, like Dallas, is evenly matched woth the Eagles. I think the Saints have some playmakers in two solid Rbs. reggie Bush is up and coming, but he is still a rookie that will not ignored by our DL. I can't even imagiine whether or not Jim Johson will do against NO. 7-4 or rotation ..or both with variable blitz packages, with emphasis on stopping the run/screens.

On the other side of the ball, McNabb may rely of a healthy Westbrook and Moats, Baskett and Smith combination to get the job done. Our OL has been consistently solid and should give McNabb options.

Everyone needs to hold onto the ball --Turnovers must be minimized!

We'd love to have our number 1 wide-receiver Donté Stallworth. Donté would love to play against his former teammates on Sunday, however, Eagles coaching staff are playing it safe, they are more concerned with his hamstring being at 100% for the long haul. Stallworth may play in the upcoming divisional game against the Skins. But I'm sure Howard will represent very well in his pass rushing assignmdents - Howard is shaping up to become a field General if he continues at this rate in his career. But then again ...you never know.

I think this is one of the best moves that Stallworth and the Eagles could make. That's so smart! Stallworth is a very valuable weapon.

I just think all of the teams in the NFC-East are Beasts! Eagles should tweak out another win this week.

 

[YosemiteSam]

Eagles lose because they are the Eagles.

 

[JohnsKey19]

Is anybody going to watch this game? If so, are you gonna pay particular attention to how Peyton and his staff manages the blitzes versus how the Cowboys did? I know I will.

I don't know if the Saints line is as good, better or worse than the Cowboys. I'm really interested in how that blitz package affects their play. I'm also gonna be real interested to see what effect a mobile quarterback will have on the game.

Completely different situations. Teams know going in that Bledsoe is a statue. It's much easier to blitz Bledsoe than a mobile QB like Brees, who can make a rusher miss then make a play on the move. I'm sure the Eagles will still blitz some, but you wont see anything near the all-out assault we saw this past Sunday on Bledsoe.

 

[Doomsday101]

Is anybody going to watch this game? If so, are you gonna pay particular attention to how Peyton and his staff manages the blitzes versus how the Cowboys did? I know I will.

I don't know if the Saints line is as good, better or worse than the Cowboys. I'm really interested in how that blitz package affects their play. I'm also gonna be real interested to see what effect a mobile quarterback will have on the game.

I'll get a chance to see it and be pulling for the saints.

 

[ZeroClub]

Is anybody going to watch this game? If so, are you gonna pay particular attention to how Peyton and his staff manages the blitzes versus how the Cowboys did? I know I will.

I don't know if the Saints line is as good, better or worse than the Cowboys. I'm really interested in how that blitz package affects their play. I'm also gonna be real interested to see what effect a mobile quarterback will have on the game.

I'll watch too.

QB mobility is only a small part of the difference between the Saints and Cowboys offenses, though.

The Saints offense does an exceptional job of stretching defenses from sideline to sideline. They use an unusual amount of fake-reverses and as well as actual reverses. Defenses have to be very careful containing the edge. The scheme tends to open up up-the-gut runs for Deuce McAllister. The Saints also do a good job with screens. The Saints have done a great job of maximizing the effectiveness of McAllister and Bush. McAllister is clearly benefiting from the addition of Bush.

I like the Saints offense's chances against the Eagles defense.

But the Eagles passing game is going to be tough for the Saints defense to contain. If the Eagles offense executes well, the Saints defense is in trouble.

 

[Phoenix-Talon]

Are the Saints the real deal? If so, why?

 

[ZeroClub]

Are the Saints the real deal? If so, why?

The Saints have a good offense - they've got some playmakers at RB and run a good scheme. The talent level of their defense isn't top notch. They've got a decent kicker.

I don't know think the Saints are as good as teams with their record usually are, but they aren't bad.

Oh, and watch for their rookie WR Colston. Watching them play, you get the feeling that they are determined to feed him the ball.

 

[Future]

NO wont touch philly IMO

 

[Aikbach]

Are the Saints the real deal? If so, why?

The intangibles have added up in their favor. I think winners like Brees and Bush and even Sean Peyton have brought in a sense of "expect to win" the mentality of the team is not one of a traditional loser thus far this season, plus to tell you the truth, at least on the offensive side of the ball, the saints always had a bunch of dormant weapons. Right now they're just clicking as a team and it is working, they remind me of the 2001 Bears or 1996 Jaguars. Teams that found ways to win no matter how ugly they upset juggernauts with a cast of rising stars and motley crew personel.

 

[Phoenix-Talon]

The Saints have a good offense - they've got some playmakers at RB and run a good scheme. The talent level of their defense isn't top notch. They've got a decent kicker.

I don't know think the Saints are as good as teams with their record usually are, but they aren't bad.

Oh, and watch for their rookie WR Colston. Watching them play, you get the feeling that they are determined to feed him the ball.

If their pass rush isN't any good, the ball game could be over quickly ...I say that Only because I know our defense will be real stingy in giving up the yards.

 

[Rampage]

NO wont touch philly IMO

agreed

 

[MapleLeaf]

If their pass rush isN't any good, the ball game could be over quickly ...I say that Only because I know our defense will be real stingy in giving up the yards.

...elements that will challenge the EAgles defence.


First, Brees mobility. He can make time on the edge that Drew could not.

Second, Bush is not tearing up the league as a runner, in fact, it's his pass catching ability that is much more threatening. Right now he is converting every third catch into a first down.

If I were the Saints I would be throwing over Howard's side for screens and hitches. Darren over commits to the pockets and I like Reggie's chances out on the edge one on one.

 

[LeonDixson]

If the Eagles are constantly blitzing up the middle in the 1st qtr. I would be willing to bet that Payton will call some quick slant passes, pitchouts, passes in the flat to the RB, etc. to defeat the blitz.

Should be a good game to watch. Eagles should win, but that's why they play the game.

 

[ZeroClub]

If their pass rush isN't any good, the ball game could be over quickly ...I say that Only because I know our defense will be real stingy in giving up the yards.

If I were a Saints fan, I'd be concerned about the Saints defense matching up against the Eagles passing game. The Saints offense should be able to hold its own against the Eagles defense.

 

[lspain1]

If I were a Saints fan, I'd be concerned about the Saints defense matching up against the Eagles passing game. The Saints offense should be able to hold its own against the Eagles defense.

I agree with this. The Saints will score some points. The Eagles are still banged up but I believe McNabb will get it done.

 

[Phoenix-Talon]

If I were a Saints fan, I'd be concerned about the Saints defense matching up against the Eagles passing game. The Saints offense should be able to hold its own against the Eagles defense.

I'm learning more and more about the Saints as I get closer to tomorrow's game. I'm listening to ESPN and some of the objective comments made by some fans here and other MBs.

If as you say the Saints defense does not match up well against the Eagles offense, then that's going to be a dangerous situation. Another poster indicated that Drew Brees moves around better in the pocket and unlike Drew Bledsoe, Brees will be able to produce some slants, screens, and possible a play or two across the middle and Underneath. But the Eagles defense is built for more than just a Blesoe type QB. I think any kind of pressure on a quarterback will create opportunities for picks and turnovers. Not to mention the sacks that Jim Johnson's DL have consistently caused, in spite of the Jevon Kearse loss. Howard, Patterson, Cole, and of late Juqua Thomas, have all stepped up their pace, and the Eagles DL rotation may create some havoc in the Saints backfield. If ...and only If the Saints offense (McCalister and Bush) are allowed to do what they do, it could become a fight to the finish; otherwise, it's going to be a pit-bull against a poodle type dog fight.

I'm staying with the Eagles, and if the Saints DL does not penetrate the big Eagles OL ...our field general will pick and choose targets all day; or at least for 60 minutes of official playing time.

 

[ZeroClub]

Well, at some point you should go over to their (the Saints) board and talk to their fans.

My guess is that the Eagles will outscore the Saints.