PFT: Philly Heading For Its Own Favre-style Feud?

[Pick6TerenceNewman]

PHILLY HEADING FOR ITS OWN FAVRE-STYLE FEUD?

Posted by Mike Florio on July 15, 2008, 9:09 a.m. EDT
As one of the most compelling player-team tugs-o-war continues to unfold in Green Bay, Rich Hoffman of the Philadelphia Daily News points out that the Philadelphia Eagles could be the next franchise to face a face-off with a long-term quarterback.
Donovan McNabb is entering his tenth season with the team, and Kevin Kolb was selected in the second round of last year’s draft. Eventually (or sooner), the Eagles could choose to nudge McNabb out, and install Kolb.
There are real differences between the two situations. For one, McNabb has never mused about retiring, and likely couldn’t be nudged into walking away from the game in order to insulate the Eagles from the potential embarrassment of watching McNabb win a Super Bowl with another team after the Eagles gave up on him.
But the point is valid. Any team blessed with decade-long stability at the quarterback position will at some point confront a future without the quarterback in question.
In Philly’s case, the Eagles created the situation by drafting Kolb in round two of the 2007 draft, which sent a clear message that he’ll be groomed to take over for McNabb at some point.
As time passes, the tensions will only increase — and ultimately could grow into an open pissing match between player and team.

 

[tyke1doe]

I wouldn't be surprised to see the Eagles trade McNabb at the end of the year.

 

[Pick6TerenceNewman]

I wouldn't be surprised to see the Eagles trade McNabb at the end of the year.

I agree! But I also agree that things could get ugly when and if that happens. Fans already want Cobb to be the starter.

 

[AmishCowboy]

Another Injury to McNabb or a Few bad games and the Fans will turn on him and Want Kolb. I believe from Watching how the Eagles operate over the years, that this is McNabb's last year, he could return to Chicago, his Hometown if the Bears don't find a QB.

 

[Pick6TerenceNewman]

Another Injury to McNabb or a Few bad games and the Fans will turn on him and Want Kolb. I believe from Watching how the Eagles operate over the years, that this is McNabb's last year, he could return to Chicago, his Hometown if the Bears don't find a QB.

I agree with you! Don't forget the Vikes if Jackson continues to struggle. McPuke has a good relationship with Brad Childress.

 

[Big Country]

I wouldn't be surprised to see the Eagles trade McNabb at the end of the year.

why would anyone want him at the end of a season??

I agree! But I also agree that things could get ugly when and if that happens. Fans already want Cobb to be the starter.

you mean this guy??
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Another Injury to McNabb or a Few bad games and the Fans will turn on him and Want Kolb. I believe from Watching how the Eagles operate over the years, that this is McNabb's last year, he could return to Chicago, his Hometown if the Bears don't find a QB.

that's not anything new considering Filly fans

 

[The Panch]

Sounds more like wishful thinking by the Philly hopeful. I cant stand the guy, but he's still been one of the best QB's this millenium and when healthy he's a top 5 QB(Yeah...I said it!). The Eagles would be stupid to let him go.

 

[CrazyCowboy]

He is going to get beat out for playing reasons.

 

[Prossman]

Mcnabbs contract goes from 6 mill this year to 9 next and 10 the following. He is history unless he is willing to take a MAJOR paycut. It's all about the benjamins and Eagle owner Jeff Lurie has the loyalty and ethics of a used car salesman. I'm over the Nfls buttkissfest with Mcnabb and him crying about how tough it is for him. Prossman

 

[Timbo2st]

Wow, must be a slow day.

Andy Reid has already said that Mcnabbb is the QB. There is no QB controversy. Only people trying to make one up.

Even if Mcnabb struggles early in the season, I definitely won't be calling for Kolb to play. Mcnabb gives us our best chance to win.

 

[Wrangler87]

Personally, I believe McNabb is one of the most overrated players in NFL history, and I'm not scared to say it. He has made a living of throwing the ball about five feet, and letting the RB run 60 yards for a TD (as overrated as McNabb is, that's how underrated Westbrook is). McNabb is often injured, and when he is replaced by the backup, no matter who it is, the backup outperforms him (Garcia, Feeley). If he had any asset, it was his ability to move around a bit until he had a clear couple of feet to toss it to Westbrook. He no longer has that ability.

If I'm Philly, I trade him as soon as I can. He Is losing value by the day.

 

[Stash]

Wow, must be a slow day.

Andy Reid has already said that Mcnabbb is the QB. There is no QB controversy. Only people trying to make one up.

Even if Mcnabb struggles early in the season, I definitely won't be calling for Kolb to play. Mcnabb gives us our best chance to win.

I think most are talking about after this season, although if McNabb is as mediocre in '08 as he was in '07, I could see the change made sooner.

But I think 2008 will be McNabb's last in Philadelphia. With a big increase in salary, a young backup nipping at his heels, underwhelming results, coupled with an impatient fanbase, I think he's playing his last season for the Eagles.

 

[AmishCowboy]

Wow, must be a slow day.

Andy Reid has already said that Mcnabbb is the QB. There is no QB controversy. Only people trying to make one up.

Even if Mcnabb struggles early in the season, I definitely won't be calling for Kolb to play. Mcnabb gives us our best chance to win.

Come on, even you living in Philadelphia have to agree with some of this, and you must hear the Fans on WIP?.

 

[Pick6TerenceNewman]

Wow, must be a slow day.

Andy Reid has already said that Mcnabbb is the QB. There is no QB controversy. Only people trying to make one up.

Even if Mcnabb struggles early in the season, I definitely won't be calling for Kolb to play. Mcnabb gives us our best chance to win.

PHILADELPHIA SPORTS SUCK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[TellerMorrow34]

I'm honestly surprised they didn't move him this offseason with teams like the Bears, Vikes, and Ravens all looking for QBs. I thought they might have traded him.

 

[Seven]

PHILLY HEADING FOR ITS OWN FAVRE-STYLE FEUD?

Posted by Mike Florio on July 15, 2008, 9:09 a.m. EDT
As one of the most compelling player-team tugs-o-war continues to unfold in Green Bay, Rich Hoffman of the Philadelphia Daily News points out that the Philadelphia Eagles could be the next franchise to face a face-off with a long-term quarterback.
Donovan McNabb is entering his tenth season with the team, and Kevin Kolb was selected in the second round of last year’s draft. Eventually (or sooner), the Eagles could choose to nudge McNabb out, and install Kolb.
There are real differences between the two situations. For one, McNabb has never mused about retiring, and likely couldn’t be nudged into walking away from the game in order to insulate the Eagles from the potential embarrassment of watching McNabb win a Super Bowl with another team after the Eagles gave up on him.
But the point is valid. Any team blessed with decade-long stability at the quarterback position will at some point confront a future without the quarterback in question.
In Philly’s case, the Eagles created the situation by drafting Kolb in round two of the 2007 draft, which sent a clear message that he’ll be groomed to take over for McNabb at some point.
As time passes, the tensions will only increase — and ultimately could grow into an open pissing match between player and team.

 

[AMERICAS_FAN]

I wouldn't be surprised to see the Eagles trade McNabb at the end of the year.

I could see him being traded to the Bears. McNabb is from Chicago, the Bears need a QB, and Bears fans want McNabb here (I know because I live here in Chicago and tune into the local radio stations). Also, the Bears have a history of drafting first-round busts; given their inability to draft in the first round they should be more than happy to trade a first-rounder for McNabb.

 

[LittleBoyBlue]

I wouldn't be surprised to see the Eagles trade McNabb at the end of the year.

He will be well rested by the time he goes into camp for his new team because he will have missed the 2nd of this season... probably by benching for Kolb 6-7 games in.

Another Injury to McNabb or a Few bad games and the Fans will turn on him and Want Kolb. I believe from Watching how the Eagles operate over the years, that this is McNabb's last year, he could return to Chicago, his Hometown if the Bears don't find a QB.

Fans turned on him years ago. Every year they want less and less to do with him. Look for Kolb signs in the stands this year.

Sounds more like wishful thinking by the Philly hopeful. I cant stand the guy, but he's still been one of the best QB's this millenium and when healthy he's a top 5 QB(Yeah...I said it!).The Eagles would be stupid to let him go.

2005
McNabb 4-5 (0.444) Replacement 2-5

2006
McNabb 5-6 (0.455) Replacement 5-0

2007
McNabb 8-6 (0.455) Replacement 0-2


W-L
17-17

Missed 14 games over last 3 years.

Wow, must be a slow day.

Andy Reid has already said that Mcnabbb is the QB. There is no QB controversy. Only people trying to make one up.

Even if Mcnabb struggles early in the season, I definitely won't be calling for Kolb to play. Mcnabb gives us our best chance to win.

Its coming.... and you know it.
Its ok.

McNabb give you best chance for .500

 

[cowboys2233]

Fans turned on him years ago. Every year they want less and less to do with him. Look for Kolb signs in the stands this year.

I tend to agree. I don't see the comparisons at all. Don't get me wrong, I think McNabb has been every bit as valuable to that team as Favre has over the last few years, but Philly Nation has been trying to find a good reason to get rid of him ever since he got there.

Of course, it sounds like Favre is even beginning to wear thin on the Cheeseheads. And with good reason, he's pretty self-centered.

 

[DanTanna]

And don't forget he's going to pull out the biggest race card you've ever seen.

Always has, always will.