Report: Eagles sign Stacy Andrews
by JasonB on Feb 27, 2009 9:46 AM EST
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PrintPFT is reporting that offensive tackle Stacy Andrews has agreed to terms with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Andrews is a RT who will be 27 years old this year. He's also the brother of Eagles pro bowl guard Shawn Andrews.
Sources says the deal averages $7 million per season. Andrews suffered a torn ACL in the next to last game of the year and had surgery in early January. He was expected to be ready to go by training camp, but he says he's ahead of schedule.
"The rehab is going great and I'm way ahead of schedule. My goal is to be practicing during minicamp," said Andrews while taking a break at Paul Brown Stadium. "It was frustrating a little bit due to the fact that it was five quarters away from the end of the season. As soon as it happened, though, it flashed through my mind that everything happens for a reason. I kept a positive head about it and haven't been down since."
His injury could have been worse had it been on his other knee
The other fortunate thing about Andrews' injury is that it happened to his right knee. On the line, tackles use their left leg as the plant leg on blocking, which bears the most weight.
WIP read a scouting report on Andrews that sounded very encouraging.
Massive lineman maturing at the right time. Long arms, huge hands. Started as a guard, but "broke out" at RT. Can play either guard spot. Very powerful with great upper and lower body strength. Rare speed for a man of his size. Technique needs work. Inconsistent in short career, but could develop into an elite player in the coming years. Sounts inc ranks him as the 14th best tackle in the NFL.
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as long as it’s a reasonable contract, this is a hell of an investment for 2010… where’d you grab this nugget btw
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
report is he will be ready to go this year so its not really a future investment. both this article and nfl network said he is ahead of schedule and should be good to go
yeah but that “ahead of schedule” thing is usually what a player coming off surgery says to get a better contract… i’d rather them be cautious
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
Great!
I believe this is good for guard and tackles since he’ll be able to help with the mental health of his brother Shawn!
I would have preferred Jason Brown, but that wasn't happening
Does this kid start? Can he play Guard? Is he good?
City of Champions!
if his knee was 100% he’d be the best on the market…
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
I guess William Thomas is now out of the question now. Who starts guard now, I guess Herremans starts Left Tackle now.
Are there any good Centers availible, can we still make a play for Jason Brown.
City of Champions!
I would say Runyan is more out of the question than Thomas. I think we still need Thomas on the left.
by Clyde Simmons on Feb 27, 2009 11:10 AM EST up reply actions
supposedly “ahead of schedule” but more than likely they won’t rush him… i’m sure they’d be happy PUPing him until 2010
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
correct… well i just said above, but outside chance we grab brown and then move him back to center in 2010… other than that, cole maybe… not sure
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
Do we still draft Tackle this year if we sign Brown
It would appear to me that we would be set at Tackle and Guard, Doesn’t that free up our picks, for a possible more for Boldin.?
If so, thats genius.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:02 AM EST up reply actions
Maybe that is why we haven't heard much on Housh,
Maybe they want Boldin, remember, he and McNabb are neighbors and are best friends. They practice together on the offseason and all.
Maybe we were waiting to see what needs could be addressed via FA to see what we had to trade for Boldin.
It makes sense in a weird kinda way.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:05 AM EST up reply actions
Great signing
How can you not get excited by having 2 brothers playing shoulder to shoulder. If he isnt crippled by injuries, this could shape up as a dominating line in the long run.
Jason Brown still possible
They could still sign Jason Brown for the interior line, leaving open the possibility of moving Herramans outside if Tra doesn’t re-sign. I will feel very good about the Andrews signing if we could pair it with the signing of Brown…
I’d still be for the Brown signing too.
Shift Herrmans out to LT, then let Jackson or Brown play center. With the other competing with Cole to play LG. Then our oline 1-5 + 1 reserve aint looking to shabby.
We’re generally 8 deep on the line.
by andyreidswaistline on Feb 27, 2009 11:02 AM EST up reply actions
Let's face it...
…facing Haynesworth twice a year probably means fixing our O-Line just became that much more important.
Well, it’s not as if our O-line doesn’t face tough tests week in week out. The Giants and Dallas will probably still be more dangerous rushing the passer.
I agree, lets keep in mind he is playing Tackle not end.
We did play Shawn Rogers last year, didn’t we. And didn’t the Vikings have a big name Tackle. We don’t run up the middle anyway.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:07 AM EST up reply actions
Well
we did lose to Washington twice last year and still make the playoffs. :)
by Screen Name 20 on Feb 27, 2009 10:15 AM EST up reply actions
Yeah I agree with you
It would’ve been much, much worse if Dallas or the G’nats signed him, so there’s a plus!
by Screen Name 20 on Feb 27, 2009 10:23 AM EST up reply actions
Washing beats us because they play our receivers physical
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by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:16 AM EST up reply actions
Actually, they play all-around physical games ...
… and beat us. It’s not because they’re good, it’s because they attack us where we’re weak. (i.e. run the ball, force us to throw a LOT)
As much...
As much as I like this signing if its not a rediculous contract, I am much more interested in getting Dawkins and TJ wrapped up!
7 mil per/ Ouch, its kinda big.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:08 AM EST up reply actions
I like the signing
Having them side by side will be a dominating force…DAWK???? what is going on.. Reports are that TJ is close to a deal with cincy..very very disapointing if that happens and we let TJ get away from us..
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
by TheILLadeph on Feb 27, 2009 10:16 AM EST up reply actions
This is a good move all round. Now…how do u guys feel about the chances of Dawk being resigned? I’m so nervous everytime I check…
Me too! I really feel the need to sign Dawkins! I also think that we should get TJ we need that possession reciever, then draft Moreno just my thoughts though
by Eaglesfan10 on Feb 27, 2009 10:10 AM EST up reply actions
A friend of mine from Wisconsin
says that he heard that Green Bay is going after Dawkins. (I think I’m about to throw up)
Looking Mean in Kelly Green
by goodfella46er on Feb 27, 2009 10:15 AM EST up reply actions
If Dawkins leaves im going to be very very very upset with the eagles staff
by Eaglesfan10 on Feb 27, 2009 10:21 AM EST up reply actions
I would sign him again, but he doesn't have much left. He played very poorly in the playoffs.
We do need to upgrade there eventually. I like him as a leader more than a player. Although he can dominate a game from time to time. We should reward him with an other contract. He only has like 2 years left in him. Why not with the team he loves.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 10:23 AM EST up reply actions
Eagles prob already have a contract written up for him
they respect him and let him try and see what other teams would give and more then likely he will come back and sign with us
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
by TheILLadeph on Feb 27, 2009 10:24 AM EST up reply actions
Dawkins has an offer from the Eagles
If he doesn’t want to sign it, he can go be a loser boy with the Green Bay Slackers.
Don’t let the door hit you ont he way out greedball.
Root for the team, not the name of the jersey.
Dawkins should not be “rewarded” simply because people like him. He should be paid for value he brings, and if someone else brings more value, time to move on.
If we don’t sign dawk, we don’t have in an emotional leader! We need dawk! I’m about to call Lurie and make him sign Dawk
by Eaglesfan10 on Feb 27, 2009 10:29 AM EST up reply actions
i'm only back for about 15 minutes LOL
Seriously though… if the Eagles let Dawk go, I’m gonna be more upset at the Eagles than i’ve ever been in my life.
It will also prove to me that there is no such thing as loyalty in the NFL
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES
I don’t understand how they could let him leave, if he does I don’t get it dawk should always be an eagle and retire an eagle!
The Eagles do have it as a “rumor” on their site.
They have a show at noon, I’m guessing any visits will be made public then.
Got ya
Who do you think we are gonna go after next Jason… TJ???reports are he is close to a deal with Cincy but Us and Giants are in the mix
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
by TheILLadeph on Feb 27, 2009 10:33 AM EST up reply actions
I hope they go for TJ and Dawk! Fox reported TJ is heading to Seattle to take a look…
by Eaglesfan10 on Feb 27, 2009 10:34 AM EST up reply actions
thats not good
IIf hes flying allll the way out to seattle…as much as i hate to say it he prob wont leave there without a contract …When he was talking last night on ESPN he gave a list of his interests and Philly was number 1 behind the giantss..he WANT TO COME HERE MCNABB WANTS HIM TO whyyyy!!!!
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
by TheILLadeph on Feb 27, 2009 10:38 AM EST up reply actions
Am I the only one that thinks everyone is in love with the IDEA of TJ Houshmanzadeh and not necessarily the REALITY?
I don’t see TJH as a true #1 WR everyone is pining for. Simple fact is he just happens to be the best available in an off year for WR’s.
If the Eagles would sign him – it’d only be a matter of time before people start whining about the Eagles signing ANOTHER #2 WR to the roster. I hate to knock his talent but I’d be inclined to say Reggie Brown in Cincy would yield TJH stats.
TJH doesn’t bring the YAC ability to the table and he’s not a big red zone threat.
Bad fit for the Eagles. Look elsewhere.
by andyreidswaistline on Feb 27, 2009 10:50 AM EST up reply actions
TJ
First of all, if nothing else, TJ is a bona fide red zone threat…big receiver with great hands who can body up in the endzone and run great crossing, slant, and underneath routs. What he is not is a deep threat, that’s why we have DeSean Jackson. TJ is a great fit for the Eagles, he is a quintessential West Coast O receiver. I would much rather use a draft pick and grab Boldin, but TJ is a very good pickup and a very good fit for the Eagles
by TwoTonsOfIrony on Feb 27, 2009 11:05 AM EST up reply actions
why does everyone keep refering to him as a “big receiver”… he’s almost the same size and Kevin Curtis… and Jason Avant is bigger
"I tried to run him over but Eli had his big boy pads on and he kind of stopped me from getting in the end zone. The next time I’ll try to jump over his head.’’ - Asante Samuel
"bona fide red zone threat" ?
That’s a bold assumption coming off a 4 TD season. He’s certainly not big, standing 6’1 at 199 lbs. Career YAC avg of 4 is mediocre.
He’s an older, more expensive Jason Avant who you like because he’s mentioned in an ESPN commercial.
Don’t shed tears when some other team breaks the bank for him.
by andyreidswaistline on Feb 27, 2009 11:37 AM EST up reply actions
haha
Truth…but i would think it would be on the eagles website at least if we dont get TJ Tony or Boldin…Me and Mcnabb are going to be PISSED
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
I don’t understand why they don’t want him? We have the 3rd most money for free agency, we need a possession receiver none of this makes any sense to me at all!!
Whats up with Dawk I’m like actually worried if he goes to another team I will thoroughly upset!
maybee..
Eagles told him to go out and see what everyone else is offering but to come to them last …hopefully where he will sign
DeSEAN JACKSON THE ONE
by TheILLadeph on Feb 27, 2009 10:43 AM EST up reply actions
City of Brotherly Love
1. I like this signing since we get younger on the line.
2. Granted there’s a small leap of faith BUT if he’s recovered, he’s the best RT on the market.
3. You have to think this will help Shawn deal with any personal troubles he may be dealing with.
4. Have two brothers ever played next to each other in the NFL? It’s quite funny to think about. The marketing possibilities for this in Philadelphia are almost comical.
5. What will both their jerseys look like? ShAndrews and StAndrews?
by andyreidswaistline on Feb 27, 2009 10:47 AM EST reply actions
how accurate is the iggles rumor mill?
and what are your chances of gettin Holt for brown? I would take it any day!
We need a heart to live.... Resign Dawkins, the heart of the Philadelphia Eagles!
there must be something to that deal. Tori must be DONE
You know what, I think Reggie would be OK for the Rams, he isn’t bad. He is just bad for us.
City of Champions!
by yophillybro on Feb 27, 2009 11:07 AM EST up reply actions
why
is dawkins not signed yet …. everyone else better have their #20 on for g-luck
If football had a church, Brian Dawkins would be my preacher !
by NorthPhillyKid on Feb 27, 2009 11:01 AM EST reply actions
I am thinkin the same thing
But i am wearing my #5 for good luck
We need a heart to live.... Resign Dawkins, the heart of the Philadelphia Eagles!
dawk and tra
other then that, great move for andrews- will be fun watching the brothers double team both over 6’7 340 and young
Seventy-one percent of the world is covered by water, the rest is covered by Brian Dawkins
haha
good point, thats alot dude. How would you like to be there to see them fight over the last porkchop?
Seventy-one percent of the world is covered by water, the rest is covered by Brian Dawkins
had the same thought – thankfully they can pay off that HELOC their parents had to open to feed them all those years.
by andyreidswaistline on Feb 27, 2009 11:40 AM EST up reply actions
Great signing. I like the idea. Killed two birds with one stone. Filled the hole at RT and will help stabilize Shawn at RG. Brilliant. The money is up there but if he recovers fully it will be worth it times 10.
I think they probably told Dawkins to see what else is out there in the market and come to them last. I am worried he will go else where. While he is my favorite Eagle of all time and clearly the heart and soul of the defense, I have to admit his play is slipping. He got abused in the playoffs, and other than a few great games during the season, he really wasn’t making an impact on the field. If he goes, it will hurt, but I think we have something in Demps.
Address O-line with another FA signing...
and then I say we draft Hakeem Nicks with one of our 1st rd picks. Signing Stacey Andrews and possibly going after more O-line FAs (ie Jason Brown) makes O-line less of a need in the draft, opening up the possibility to address playmaker positions early in the draft. Nicks has been compared to Boldin (6-2 215) and he projects as a possession receiver with YAC capability. Eagles prob wont do it, but there is a strong case for such a move…
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