My first half assessment of the Eagles Bears game

Offense:

Eagles started out strong, the 15 scripted plays by Reid and Mornhinweg to start the game did a pretty good job of setting the tone. However, we got away from running after that, and turned the ball over twice.The interception was due to a bad throw by Donovan.

To win this game we will need more than 17 points from the offense. In the run game, we need to run toss plays to the outside, we need some cutback runs, and we need to have LeSean McCoy stop dancing so much in the backfield. One cut and then downhill running. We also need more QB draw runs from Mike Vick.  In the passing game, we need to send our WR in motion more, as well as run some bunch sets with 2 or 3 WR bunched up  to one side. So far the middle of the field is open on crossing routes, but I'm not sure Donovan has the accuracy to consistently hit those.

Defense:

Playing lights out considering the injuries, and considering the turnovers by the offense.  Remember the goal of Jim Johnson's and now Sean McDermott's defense is to hold the opponent to 17 points or less. right now we are on pace for that.

Special teams:

Good returns, coverage could be better.

Let's see what the second half brings.