Report: Philly Not Interested in Bringing Back Runyan

by Bob_Q on Sep 16, 2009 3:05 PM EDT in Philadelphia Eagles News

According to Bob Brookover of the Philadelphia Inquirer, a team source has indicated that the Eagles are not interested in bringing back offensive tackle Jon Runyan for one more season:

The Eagles were so impressed with Justice's performance in the season opener at Charlotte that a team source said they did not feel the need to re-sign free agent Jon Runyan, who was at the NovaCare Complex last week for a workout in front of Reid, general manager Tom Heckert and offensive-line coach Juan Castillo.

However, in the wake of Shawn Andrews' placement on Injured Reserve, many have begun to question if the Eagles will bring in another offensive lineman to replace him. While Winston Justice seems to be firmly entrenched as a starter, there is still a need for a quality backup. On the official depth chart, there is currently no one listed behind Justice. Second year man King Dunlap is currently the only backup tackle, and is listed behind Jason Peters on the left side. With Todd Herremans, Nick Cole, and Max Jean-Gilles all battling injuries, it is clear that the Eagles need help with their offensive reserves, and quickly. Guards Paul Fanaika and Mike Gibson are currently waiting in the wings on the practice squad, but it seems more likely that the Eagles will look to an experienced free agent to fill the backup right tackle position. The only question that remains is who, if anyone, will they choose?

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Stacy Andrews

Wouldn’t Stacy be the best backup, I doubt we will find a tackle through free agency(besides Runyan maybe) that would serve better than to slide Stacy out and plug in one of our very talented backup guards in his place.

by Tron79 on Sep 16, 2009 3:15 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs

Stacy and Todd could move over, but I think we should sign Langston Walker to be a backup for both spots.

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by The Legend on Sep 16, 2009 3:20 PM EDT reply actions

The Bills started 3 guys that had never played in an NFL game last Sunday. There’s something seriously wrong with Langston Walker if they released him.

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by JimmyK on Sep 16, 2009 3:27 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

We’re technically thin at tackle, but we’re stacked at guard, and Herremans and Stacy Andrews can both play tackle.

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by yomjoseki on Sep 16, 2009 3:29 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

Of course, they are both hurt right now, but I’m just saying when they’re healthy, we have plenty of depth.

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by yomjoseki on Sep 16, 2009 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions

stacy andrews isnt hurt

he started against carolina and played well

by Manoovi on Sep 16, 2009 10:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Runyan STILL hasn’t signed with a team yet. Teams must really be unimpressed with him to not at least take a passing glance, when you consider some of the weak offensive lines in the NFL.

by ZorkNemesis on Sep 16, 2009 3:32 PM EDT reply actions

runyan will sign somewhere when someones right tackle goes down to injury

by bula412 on Sep 17, 2009 1:51 PM EDT up reply actions

The Eagles have a pretty flexible line

Stacy Andrews, Herremanns, Dunlap and Cole can all play RT (even though it may not be their strength). If something happens with Justice any one of them can move in to the spot (when healthy) and Gilles can start at guard if needed.

Not too worried about this, especially give that the Saints and Chiefs are next followed by a bye week. It’s week 6 before the Eagles face another quality pass defense.

by Cormican on Sep 16, 2009 4:21 PM EDT reply actions