Leonard Weaver discusses possible Philly move

by JasonB on Mar 13, 2009 10:42 AM EDT in Philadelphia Eagles News

It's all Weaver all the time it seems huh? Last night Leonard Weaver called in to 950 ESPN to talk about a potential move to Philadelphia. Nothing too groundbreaking from the interview, but here's a little recap.

Said he's "definitely getting some good vibes" from the Eagles. He talked about what he could bring to the team and said some people are mistaken about his ability to lead block. He would love to come open holes for Westbrook. He's a big fan of Donovan McNabb and can adapt to any offense. Said he got snowballs thrown at him the last time he came to Philadelphia. Thinks Eagles fans are very knowledgable and are a big advantage when playing at home. Thinks playing for Andy Reid would just like playing for Mike Holmgren, but thinks Andy is easier going on the sideline.

He also revealed that he has not visited the Eagles but would like to.

And he's apparently a very good gospel singer...

Listen to the full interview right here.

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alright THIS i might get excited for

only becuase with a fullback ( a REAL one) we get a 2 fold threat….a one more BIG guy to open up holes for westy ANNNNDDD a viable ball carrying threat to make defenses second guess whos getting the ball….thanks JAsonB as usuall for the up to date info

DMAC ...now THATS my quarterback man!!!

by northern eagle on Mar 13, 2009 10:46 AM EDT reply actions

Well

If we got Weaver I don’t think we would carry 2 FBs on our roster. Especially with all bodies we have at LB and DE.

E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES!!!

by Joe_D on Mar 13, 2009 10:59 AM EDT up reply actions

Would they?

Would they drop Klecko, and not even think about putting him on D line?

by Metang3 on Mar 13, 2009 11:09 AM EDT up reply actions

no chance they do that, he was great at DT in the preseason and beginning of regular season

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by Remis on Mar 13, 2009 11:15 AM EDT up reply actions

I agree, he played very well at DT.

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by yophillybro on Mar 13, 2009 11:37 AM EDT up reply actions

I know, I wanna see Klecko on the line too. But who knows, this FO is crazy sometimes. I mean think about it. We went through so many seasons without having the right personnel and it was blatantly obvious.

by Metang3 on Mar 13, 2009 12:02 PM EDT up reply actions

They were keeping him in as a Nickel DT right?

Who did they replace him with during the season?

by thwalls on Mar 13, 2009 11:42 AM EDT reply actions

I think

if we get weaver, we let eckel and him battle it out in training camp and may the best man win

Representing CANADA eh?

by awat5 on Mar 13, 2009 11:43 AM EDT reply actions

im pretty sure that weaver is much better than eckel. People actually know who weaver is.

by andyb on Mar 13, 2009 2:12 PM EDT up reply actions

although i would argue that weaver is, in fact, a more productive player than eckel, i don’t think it’s wise to use the, “People actually know who he is” arguement. that doesn’t mean jack. everyone knew who Mike Mamula was, and he blew asshole

"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

by foos05 on Mar 13, 2009 2:19 PM EDT up reply actions

Eckel might be battling with Booker for a RB spot in that case…

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by JasonB on Mar 13, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions

this

"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

by foos05 on Mar 13, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Pretty smooth voice

Gotta say.

by ajay on Mar 13, 2009 11:44 AM EDT reply actions

The man can sing!

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by JasonB on Mar 13, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions

Additional info

Free-agent fullback Leonard Weaver is close to deciding where he’ll sign.

“We are talking and hope to work something out in the very near future with one of the teams that is interested in Leonard,” Weaver’s agent, Harold Lewis, wrote yesterday via e-mail.

Lewis said several teams were interested in Weaver, but the only one he mentioned besides the Eagles was the Seattle Seahawks, for whom Weaver played during his first four NFL seasons.

Weaver, 26, spoke with ESPN 950 radio Wednesday night and said he would like to sign with the Eagles. An Eagles source said earlier in the week that the team was interested in the versatile fullback.

The Eagles could want Weaver to sign a short-term deal similar to the ones recently signed by free-agent safeties Sean Jones and Rashad Baker. Jones and Baker each signed for one year, but the Eagles may be willing to give Weaver a two-year deal.

by superbowlpukin on Mar 13, 2009 12:05 PM EDT reply actions

WILLING?

To give him a 2 year deal. Oh how very generous of them to open themselves up like that. If the FO can’t see the value in a FB that is a receiving weapon and try and low ball him with all the cap room they have it will baffle me. Now I get it if he is asking for RB money why they might say fine, one year 2.5m to see if he’s worth that, but if they are offering him FB money and a one year deal, they will probably and SHOULD lose him. We NEED a FB, we HAVE the cap room, why not get one of the better young FB’s in the league locked up for more than 1 year and not have to worry about it for 3 or more years.

"Lets get one thing straight, the only reason you are conscious right now is because I don't feel like carrying you." - Jack Bauer

"Consequences, Schmonsequences, as long as I'm rich." - Daffy Duck

by Badd on Mar 13, 2009 1:27 PM EDT up reply actions

He’s a young guy and should get atleast a 3 year deal. A 4 year deal is what i would do. He is only 26 and is one of the best fullbacks in the league. Give the guy a 4 year 15 million dollar contract. That isnt what a star like westbrook would make but a more average running back would get.

by andyb on Mar 13, 2009 2:17 PM EDT reply actions

I would think

4 years 10m would get it done.

"Lets get one thing straight, the only reason you are conscious right now is because I don't feel like carrying you." - Jack Bauer

"Consequences, Schmonsequences, as long as I'm rich." - Daffy Duck

by Badd on Mar 13, 2009 2:21 PM EDT up reply actions

uhhh yeah… i’d probably be rather upset if they gave him a $3.75M/4 year contract… $10M is plenty for a FB… anything else would be an extremely poor use of funds…

"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

by foos05 on Mar 13, 2009 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions

Dont be afraid to pay the man.

We’ve lost too many important games because we can’t pick up one yard when we need it. We need a fullback. Weaver is a fullback…and a pretty damn good one. This should be a no-brainer?

by Filth2Fury on Mar 13, 2009 2:22 PM EDT reply actions

agree...

100%

"Lets get one thing straight, the only reason you are conscious right now is because I don't feel like carrying you." - Jack Bauer

"Consequences, Schmonsequences, as long as I'm rich." - Daffy Duck

by Badd on Mar 13, 2009 2:28 PM EDT up reply actions

WEAVER

please mr. billionair

by homestar2281 on Mar 13, 2009 2:54 PM EDT reply actions

Getting Weaver is more important than any receiver we could get

Another threat coming from the middle of the field opens up West Coast offenses far more than another split-end wideout.

If we get Weaver, it’ll be huge for the scheme, huge for the offense, huge for the team. I can’t even describe how having another backfield threat will totally screw with opposing D-coordinators.

by cwel87 on Mar 13, 2009 10:54 PM EDT reply actions