What is it that makes the Eagles such a perennial powerhouse?

[ultra5]

It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year. So it got me thinking... how on earth do they manage to do it???

Some would say it starts at the top and has to do with coaching and we need look no further than the Jolly ol' Andy Reid and the fake Jimmy Johnson. While other may argue that it's the way they take such great care of their loyal players by awarding them with best in class pay before their contracts are up.

Those reasons are probably valid... but i think there is more as we pull the green shower curtain back... like maybe their unwaivering dedication to provide the team with top flight pro bowl caliber wideouts year after year? Of course we cannot forget about their gritty, durable, tough as nails, teflon don qb who handles the media with such grace and dignity? Everyone knows that McNabb is championship ready at anytime! He also has one of the "freshest" end zone dances in the league which he has honed to complete perfection after all of these years of numerous TD celebrations.

Some may even argue that it is their beautiful, state of the art, open, fresh air "family friendly" stadium facilities in lovely, clean, Philadelphia complete with plastic bottle service. More likely though would be their loaded-to-the-brim, juggernaut roster with numerous weapons on offense that most people refer to as "Westbrook." Last but not least would it just be that gorgeous, gleaming hardwood trophy case. While there aren't any trophies yet - all real Eagle fans know that it's "just a matter of time" before that case gets jam packed.

Anyway you slice it - this juggernaut is built to last.

ps - do you know what you get when you screw 2 eagles fans together?

a bengals fan.

 

[Boysboy]

It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year. So it got me thinking... how on earth do they manage to do it???

Some would say it starts at the top and has to do with coaching and we need look no further than the Jolly ol' Andy Reid and the fake Jimmy Johnson. While other may argue that it's the way they take such great care of their loyal players by awarding them with best in class pay before their contracts are up.

Those reasons are probably valid... but i think there is more as we pull the green shower curtain back... like maybe their unwaivering dedication to provide the team with top flight pro bowl caliber wideouts year after year? Of course we cannot forget about their gritty, durable, tough as nails, teflon don qb who handles the media with such grace and dignity? Everyone knows that McNabb is championship ready at anytime! He also has one of the "freshest" end zone dances in the league which he has honed to complete perfection after all of these years of numerous TD celebrations.

Some may even argue that it is their beautiful, state of the art, open, fresh air "family friendly" stadium facilities in lovely, clean, Philadelphia complete with plastic bottle service. More likely though would be their loaded-to-the-brim, juggernaut roster with numerous weapons on offense that most people refer to as "Westbrook." Last but not least would it just be that gorgeous, gleaming hardwood trophy case. While there aren't any trophies yet - all real Eagle fans know that it's "just a matter of time" before that case gets jam packed.

Anyway you slice it - this juggernaut is built to last.

ps - do you know what you get when you screw 2 eagles fans together?

a bengals fan.

As much as I HATE the Eagles, let's give credit where it's due...

Quite simply, their FO-they not only draft well, but under Reid's/Heckert's philosophy, they utilize the draft to prepare for their (far)future, which is why they rarely go out on a spending spree, in terms of FAs, that is.

After their last SB, that team, especially their D, just got old. But nonetheless continued to use each draft to prepare for their (far)future.

So ultimately-when one window closed, they were able to open up another. Cowher was able to do the same thing while in Pitt.

And, of course, they have the luxury of not only being able to hold onto Jim Johnson(he's too old to get a HC gig) and have Brian Dawkins. Without either, they would be mediocre.

 

[the big 88]

I think the Eagles are a much better team this year. However, correct me if i'm wrong but I don't think anyone can know how good they really from Week 1.. I mean it is the Rams they beat...

 

[Boysboy]

I think the Eagles are a much better team this year. However, correct me if i'm wrong but I don't think anyone can know how good they really from Week 1.. I mean it is the Rams they beat...

Week 1 is usually overrated anyways, for any team, that is.

Good or bad, pretty much EVERYONE has alot of work to polish up on over the long haul.

Really-the Brownies aren't very good either, as much as I hate to admit it.

 

[AKATheRake]

It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year. So it got me thinking... how on earth do they manage to do it???

Some would say it starts at the top and has to do with coaching and we need look no further than the Jolly ol' Andy Reid and the fake Jimmy Johnson. While other may argue that it's the way they take such great care of their loyal players by awarding them with best in class pay before their contracts are up.

Those reasons are probably valid... but i think there is more as we pull the green shower curtain back... like maybe their unwaivering dedication to provide the team with top flight pro bowl caliber wideouts year after year? Of course we cannot forget about their gritty, durable, tough as nails, teflon don qb who handles the media with such grace and dignity? Everyone knows that McNabb is championship ready at anytime! He also has one of the "freshest" end zone dances in the league which he has honed to complete perfection after all of these years of numerous TD celebrations.

Some may even argue that it is their beautiful, state of the art, open, fresh air "family friendly" stadium facilities in lovely, clean, Philadelphia complete with plastic bottle service. More likely though would be their loaded-to-the-brim, juggernaut roster with numerous weapons on offense that most people refer to as "Westbrook." Last but not least would it just be that gorgeous, gleaming hardwood trophy case. While there aren't any trophies yet - all real Eagle fans know that it's "just a matter of time" before that case gets jam packed.

Anyway you slice it - this juggernaut is built to last.

ps - do you know what you get when you screw 2 eagles fans together?

a bengals fan.

This is funny stuff and you are right about how the Iggles go on. They haven't won their own division in 2 years let alone dominate the NFC. A competitive team the last 2 years, yes. A contender the 4 years before yes, in a very weak NFC at the time. Dominant, juggernaut, no. Successful and highly competitive winning 4 division titles, reaching the NFC titles game 4 times and making 1 Super Bowl appearance in 6 years absolutely successful and competitive. I think the Colts have been more successful than the Eagles in the last 6 years and they weren't dominant. Patriots were the closest thing to dominant and even they weren't that convincing year after year. Dominance is Steeler's of the 70's, 49er's of the 80's, Dallas of the 90's and heck give Buffalo credit for 4 super Bowl appearances in 4 years also. The Iggles a pipe dream. In 10 years no one will remember the 4 year enigma they had fun in 2 years ago.

 

[RainMan]

Stability with the head coach, quarterback, defensive coordinator and front office as a whole really defines that organization. McNabb gets a lot of grief for his NFC Championship Game failures, but few present-day QBs have a resume that can match his.

All that, plus they do a great job of drafting, don't let their key players get away and know when to let the long-in-the-tooth guys walk.

Oh yeah, Westbrook being one of the game's most dynamic players doesn't hurt.

 

[jobberone]

Every year we get this beat up the other teams in the division. And over the last decade they've been better than us for the most part esp the Eagles. So you can laugh it up all you want but the game will likely be tough.

 

[burmafrd]

Powerhouse would be the Pats and the Colts. Year in year out division leaders making it to the SB and Conference Champ game. Philthy did make 3 straight games and make it to the SB. So at THAT point you could argue they were. Not in the last 2 years at all.

 

[Brian_C82]

The Eagles are a perennial powerhouse?

 

[Beast_from_East]

"It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year."

I stopped reading after this first sentence, I am not really into fiction.

 

[burmafrd]

League wide domination.

Sounds like a refugee from ES.

 

[Grevus]

Over the last several years the Eagles have been a good team. Only Eagle fans believe that every year is the year they will win it all. League wide domination is a stretch. There drafting has been spotty. The have what ever good team has, a solid core of player and a good defensive/offensive schemes.

 

[Temo]

"It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year."

I stopped reading after this first sentence, I am not really into fiction.

You should learn to understand sarcasm.

 

[gazmc_06]

They are always a good team and I personally think McNabb is the biggest reason, I can't stand him but he is a great QB. No matter what receivers he has he always looks capable of winning any game and finding those guys.

Their blitzing is always good as well, that makes their defence a big part of them winning games.

 

[CrazyCowboy]

I believe they have a great coach in Andy Reid.....to bad he is not a great dad

 

[PBJTime]

Funny!

 

[CATCH17]

They are always a good team and I personally think McNabb is the biggest reason, I can't stand him but he is a great QB. No matter what receivers he has he always looks capable of winning any game and finding those guys.

Their blitzing is always good as well, that makes their defence a big part of them winning games.

Sorta agree.

McNabb has been solid the last few years.

He used to be great and has had some great games here and there but nothing like he was about 4 years ago.

If he reaches that level of play than the Eagles will be hard to beat.

 

[ilovejerry]

ltra5;2251747]It's hard to understand how the Eagles can achieve their high level of excellence and league wide domination year after year. So it got me thinking... how on earth do they manage to do it???

Some would say it starts at the top and has to do with coaching and we need look no further than the Jolly ol' Andy Reid and the fake Jimmy Johnson. While other may argue that it's the way they take such great care of their loyal players by awarding them with best in class pay before their contracts are up.

Those reasons are probably valid... but i think there is more as we pull the green shower curtain back... like maybe their unwaivering dedication to provide the team with top flight pro bowl caliber wideouts year after year? Of course we cannot forget about their gritty, durable, tough as nails, teflon don qb who handles the media with such grace and dignity? Everyone knows that McNabb is championship ready at anytime! He also has one of the "freshest" end zone dances in the league which he has honed to complete perfection after all of these years of numerous TD celebrations.

Some may even argue that it is their beautiful, state of the art, open, fresh air "family friendly" stadium facilities in lovely, clean, Philadelphia complete with plastic bottle service. More likely though would be their loaded-to-the-brim, juggernaut roster with numerous weapons on offense that most people refer to as "Westbrook." Last but not least would it just be that gorgeous, gleaming hardwood trophy case. While there aren't any trophies yet - all real Eagle fans know that it's "just a matter of time" before that case gets jam packed.

Anyway you slice it - this juggernaut is built to last.

ps - do you know what you get when you screw 2 eagles fans together?

a bengals fan.[/quote]

They beat the RAMS, And they have the same key positions intact for the last like what 8 years. Phulease, What have they won? Ill give you there the best Team to get to the Championship and Choke. Oh wait they got to the SB and Mcflab choked.HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH They Suck bunch of LOSERS......The only thing there good at is showing there disgraceful image across the league :disseags: :disseags: :disseags:

 

[ultra5]

You should learn to understand sarcasm.

Thank you for clearing that up Temo...!!!

It is worrisome that some individuals have a tough time sensing sarcasm!!!

:laugh2:

 

[JD_KaPow]

Sorta agree.

McNabb has been solid the last few years.

He used to be great and has had some great games here and there but nothing like he was about 4 years ago.

If he reaches that level of play than the Eagles will be hard to beat.

I don't see any reason to think that he won't reach that level of play - he was ridiculously awesome two years ago until he got hurt. This year he's healthy again...for now.

I for one wish we had the Eagles scheduled like we do the Giants - both games in the second half of the season. They aren't going to get any healthier than they are now.