The Linc - In which everyone rips the Eagles
by JasonB on Jan 10, 2010 10:49 AM EST
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PrintDone in Dallas: Eagles Crushed by Cowboys, 34-14
For the first time in team history, the Eagles have lost to Dallas three times in a season. The latest loss is the second most lopsided in Eagles postseason history (the worst occurred in 1993, a 34-10 defeat to – who else? – Dallas). It’s also the first time under Reid that the Eagles have lost their first game of the postseason; they’re 7-1.
Doomsday | Philadelphia Daily News | 01/09/2010
On nights like these, it is hard to know where to begin. Because you would need a fire hose to clean the mess off of the sidewalk, there is nothing to do but stare at it for a while and search for some kind of meaning within the mess. But it is hard.
McNabb came up small in this one | Philadelphia Inquirer | 01/10/2010
This 34-14 loss, like all the other Eagles postseason losses of the last 10 years, will be pinned firmly on Donovan McNabb, and even his most ardent supporter, Andy Reid, will have a hard time exonerating the quarterback for this one.
Phil Sheridan: McNabb failed, so did Reid | Philadelphia Inquirer | 01/10/2010
The case against Donovan McNabb was made most convincingly here last night by Donovan McNabb. He didn't complete a pass until midway through the second quarter. One of his biggest gains came when he threw an interception and the Eagles got the ball back downfield on a fumble recovery.
Gonzo: Time for McNabb to move on | Philadelphia Inquirer | 01/10/2010
To be clear, McNabb isn't the sole reason the Birds got bludgeoned down in Dallas (again). The entire team was awful (again). All the Eagles should help themselves to the Blame Buffet - it's all you can eat. That said, Five was pretty dreadful.
Bob Ford: In the end, Eagles just weren't that good | Philadelphia Inquirer | 01/10/2010
After two courses of intensive education in Cowboys Stadium in the space of seven days, the lesson learned by the Eagles is pretty clear. Not only are the Dallas Cowboys a better team, but they are better by a significant margin. The race to catch up with the Cowboys begins today and unless it is accomplished, the Eagles are going to be sentenced to seasons that end as quickly and painfully as the one that came to a close last night.
The700Level.com - Philly Sports & Minutiae: Embarrassed in Big D
You can pretty much pick any Eagles player on the field and find something to criticize him about but the fact of the matter is the Cowboys are the better football team.
Iggles Blog - Philadelphia Eagles Blog: A Time Of Big Pronouncements
Clearly, the Eagles can't bring the exact same team back next year. They have to address some of the problem areas. But there are 20 other teams that wish they'd had the opportunity to play in this game tonight. And there are plenty of other teams actually in the playoffs that the Eagles could have beaten. Just not, unfortunately, the Cowboys.
Frank: It's time for a new roster to try for the final prize | delawareonline.com | The News Journal
The Eagles just weren't good enough. They didn't have the "best roster in the league," as Eagles president Joe Banner proudly proclaimed last summer during training camp. And it wasn't even close. Now, that roster will have to change.
McNabb's future once again an issue after loss - PennLive.com
"I say it every year," McNabb said after Philadelphia lost to the Dallas Cowboys 34-14 in the opening round of the playoffs Saturday night. "I want to be here and don't want to be anywhere else."
Just Two Horsemen Shy Of An Apocalypse - Dallas Cowboys - Deadspin
Just who did Jerry Jones have to schmooze to get the Cowboys their first playoff win since Miles Austin was 11 years old? Oh right, him. But that wasn't the only excitable polarizing manchild in the owner's box last night:
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moovin on from dis mess i've already forgotten
by bkeagle718 on Jan 10, 2010 11:06 AM EST via mobile reply actions
I hear ya man....but there's still so much to talk about
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
See y'all next year..
Figured I’d wait a bit before posting here.
In my mind, the Eagles are going to be the Cowboys’ most serious competition for the NFC East going forward. Your Receivers especially are young with tons of upside, and only starting to come into their own. The Giants seem to be in decline, and the Redskins are a few years away still.
This game was just another page in a legendary rivalry: one that is IMO going to only get more intense.
Again..it was a team loss! McNabb was NOT the only one to blame
But one this doesnt sit well with me. A reporter asked,
“You said that you guys had an outstanding season this year, but you only beat one team with a winning record, a 9-7 Falcons team which didn’t have its starting QB (Matt Ryan) so how can..”
McNabb interrupts..
“Uh we can’t control who’s on the schedule!”
Report replies,
“You can control whether you beat them right!”
McNabb,
“Well I mean we won 11 games um, we didn’t win 16 I’m sorry for that umm, but we had a great season…we played against some fairly decent defenses……”
I have to agree with both McNabb and the reporter. U can’t control the assigned schedule but at the same time, u can control how u play and beat who ever is on that schedule! Point is as a team, we did NOT beat ANY good teams this year besides the Falcons (without Matt Ryan)! Simple as that. Forget the schedule, we didn’t win against any competitive nor playoff teams this season! And that’s indeed a huge problem.
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
to emphasize a lil bit more...
Broncos, Redskins, Niners, all had “decent defenses”, but where are they now!? What was their finishing record?! Did they make the playoffs this season!? And our defense killed lesser offenses, but what about the Chargers, Saints and Dallas (three freakn times)!? We had injuries yes i know..but we still managed to dominate some teams while keep other games close at the same time!
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
Yeah
But we beat all the other ones save for the Raiders. That’s not bad. It means that with a few additions (including those back from injury) this team can compete. With a O-line that gel, and the rookies having another year to learn and get better, this team can go far. And obviously, now is NOT the time to change QBs. McNabb has one more year to win it all.
Reid- Best Coach in Eagles History
McNabb- Best QB in Eagles History
This is the year
I can’t believe how many people are overlooking this stat it means we can’t compete with the big boys, and it showed when we lost to the cowboys in the playoffs and that was the final straw we were done. Our defense basically gave up over 20 points to every playoff caliber team this year.
wow
i didnt even realize that…we didnt beat any good teams this season. oh my…. that changes everything i thought about this season
WTF is America's Team....
Comedian kevin hart is hurtin on twitter over our loss
Holy shit ray rice 83 yds first play from scrimmage
by bkeagle718 on Jan 10, 2010 1:05 PM EST via mobile reply actions
Reagaring the "It was a team loss, McNabb was NOT the only one to blame, etc" mantra
While this is definitely the case, there is nothing wrong in putting the majority of the blame on McNabb.
Great players rise to the occasion. When adversity hits the team, who to you expect most to be on top of their game? The rookie 5th round CB playing safety? The rookie 7th round LB? The undrafted guard out of New Mexico State who just moved to center 2 weeks ago? Or the face of the franchise, 11 year veteran, 5 time probowl QB who has played in 15 playoff games and was once the highest paid QB in the game.
McNabb, knowing the situation with the line, and knowing that the O would likely need to put up 30+ to have a shot, needed to be at his best. This game, more then any other this season, required him to make sure his throws are accurate and in stride. Knowing the pass rush would be heavy and fast, tt also required him to make quicker reads and decisions.
Going into last nights game, the expectations on him were higher than any other player, and deservedly so.
I hear what ur sayin though...
Or the face of the franchise, 11 year veteran, 5 time probowl QB who has played in 15 playoff games and was once the highest paid QB in the game.
McNabb, knowing the situation with the line, and knowing that the O would likely need to put up 30+ to have a shot, needed to be at his best.
This should also apply to Andy Reid also. He’s been hear as long as Dmac. He’s been there through all of this: 15 playoff games! He needs to reevaluate himself becuz he got out coach times in a row against the Cowboys this year, and in the past has gotten beat becuz he can not adjust to the game! We are stuck with Reid for a while more now (ugh) and it is what it is! Reid should’ve been at his best too and failed! Lets see what he learned. Hopes that these last four games have brung him back down from his pedestal!
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
Here* havent been able to type all week geez! haha
also..Reid knew the situation with the Oline also…so why not throw quick passes! Why keep tryin for the deep ball when the Oline is beat up and Dallas’s pass rush is creating pressure. Why keep putting ur players in bad situations and wrong positions to succeed! Awful
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
I respect Reid
I really do and I have complete faith in him. Just remember there was only 6 days to completely change an entire game plan from the week before that failed miserably. The team just failed to execute and obviously too many mistakes. Don didn’t make any changes from last week. If he could just relax in the pocket, he would be fine but he always second guesses and tries making a play when its too late. I understand if there’s good coverage, but throw the ball away and quit taking sacks. Anyways… offseason could be interesting
WTF is America's Team....
I am sure playcalling and the game plan in general had something to do with it. But again, when Reid draws up the gameplan, he is counting on said gameplan to be executed. And if there is one person in particular he is counting on to execute, it is his franchise QB.
Perhaps he did adjust the playbook, and Don just held onto the ball, or made incorrect reads. I have been a McNabb supporter for a long time now. I believe this season, he is the MVP of this team. And as MVP, I believe it was on him to “bring it”, and he failed 2 weeks in a row.
Regarding next season, I am still undecided at what they should do at QB. It is tough, as there are a lot of factors to weigh in. I suppose if we get an offer we can’t refuse (1st rounder + good player or another good pick), we really have to consider ending the McNabb era in Philly. Regardless, in 10 years, I will still wear happily wear my McNabb jersey, as he was one of the greatest Eagles I have ever watched play. There are countless awesome memories from Don, but sadly, no Lombardi trophy.
by captain nodar on Jan 10, 2010 3:09 PM EST up reply actions
Its a no brainer to me
Let’s get this young talented offense another QB. McNabb isn’t getting any younger nor is he getting any better
E-A-G-L-E-S EAGLES!!!
That would be the easiest thing to say as we can't get another Coach!
I know Joe D, u love Reid and his playcalling, but dont feel the same way about McNabb! I know this. But I dont feel comfortable with having Reid as a coach! U can say whatever u want, I just don’t feel like Reid can get help get us to the big prize! Yep I know, winningest coach, and great organization blah blah. That’s all nice. But im tired of all of these same issues year in and year out! I would’ve waited til this season was over til I decided to extend Reid. See how the season ended first. Whenever Dmac does leave, how do u know that it will or will not get better. Same thing with Reid too. But Id like to see Reid go too. But hey, Im stuck with him for a while so it is what it is. I dont hate Reid, I just hate these same problems every season. I hate how we resort to passing when things go wrong. I hate only running three or four times and if it’s not an 8 yard gain then we abandon the run game. But Reid is a good organization guy. I’d like for him to take over a GM or something in the Front Office!! He can help build a solid team for years to come
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
*I just don’t feel like Reid can help us get to the big prize as a head coach
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
What if its a bad gameplan!
They got beat by Dallas once and Killed by Dallas twice.. back to back.! What if the gameplan is just outdated. What if it just doesn’t work. Execution is one thing yes. But what if the Coach just has a bad plan from the get go. People always want to blame the QB. Sometime blame playcalling. How do we know that the Gameplan coming was gonna work in the first place! We dont assume that becuz we dont know what the gameplan (s) was/were! But when u start to see a pattern like say; bad clock management, mis-use of timeouts, relying on the passing game no matter what, and or getting whooped by Dallas twice back to back…u gotta wonder! Execution vs Good or Bad Gameplan from the get go!!!
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
I am not saying Reid does not deserve his fair share of the blame, but bad gameplan or not, McNabb’s throws were very inaccurate the past 2 games. When the play is there, he needs to stick the throw. There are no excuses for those dirtballs, overthrows or hanging onto the ball for over 4 seconds, period.
by captain nodar on Jan 10, 2010 10:02 PM EST up reply actions
Yup. McNabb was not good, but let’s not let Andy off the hook, either.
I think Reid built a good foundation for this team, and has restocked it with talent, but with Heckert leaving, I’d love to see him bumped upstairs as VP of Football Operations and a new coach brought in.
Won’t happen, but I can wish.
by BrianS on Jan 10, 2010 4:45 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
+1
Agree 100%
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
I rec'd that
"... You play to win the game. Hello? You play to win the game. You don't play it to just play it. That's the great thing about sports: you play to win..."
hmmm...
that could be interesting. Andy would be happier with a job upstairs… get all that weight off his feet and on his ass where it belongs
WTF is America's Team....
ok
“Knowing the pass rush would be heavy and fast, tt also required him to make quicker reads and decisions.”
McNabb doesn’t make quick reads or quick decisions. On one particular play Don got the D to show the FS blitz and he held on to the ball and tried scrambling. It was the S on top of DeSean… toss it up and let DeSean beat the corner and get to it. He see’s the blitz but doesnt do anything about it.
WTF is America's Team....
This is ridiculous. Someone was talking about McNabb higher up the comments in who do we blame? A 5th round rookie S? A 7th round rookie LB? That’s defense. That is totally unrelated to Donovan McNabb. Granted he didn’t playe well but I would love to see Manning or Brees play with his RG as his center and a crappy player at RG. With only 2 weeks to get familiar. This is stupid.
RIP Jim Johnson. You will truly be missed.
by Igglesfan13 on Jan 11, 2010 5:00 PM EST via mobile reply actions
This is ridiculous. Someone was talking about McNabb higher up the comments in who do we blame? A 5th round rookie S? A 7th round rookie LB? That’s defense. That is totally unrelated to Donovan McNabb. Granted he didn’t playe well but I would love to see Manning or Brees play with his RG as his center and a crappy player at RG. With only 2 weeks to get familiar. This is stupid.
RIP Jim Johnson. You will truly be missed.
by Igglesfan13 on Jan 11, 2010 5:00 PM EST via mobile reply actions
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