List Of Players Eagles Met With At East West Shrine Game

by JasonB on Jan 20, 2011 11:25 AM EST in Philadelphia Eagles News

Alfie Crow of Big Cat Country has been attending the practices for the East-West Shrine game this week and has been taking note of what scouts are meeting with what players. Here's a list of which players he spotted Eagles scouts talking to after the practices he was at.

Penn State RB Evan Royster

Michigan State linebacker Eric Gordon

Ohio State offensive guard Bryant Browning

Utah offensive guard Caleb Schlauderaff

He'll have more updates after today's practices as well.

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Kevin Kolb will go to the probowl and complete >65% of passes.

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11-5 finish.

by corn on the kolb on Jan 20, 2011 11:30 AM EST via mobile reply actions

Would much rather keep Harrison than draft Royster

I guess he’d be OK as a 3rd RB over Buckley. I’ve seen this guy way too much be at all excited about having him, especially with our line and run-averse offense

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 11:34 AM EST reply actions

no more big 10 backs please.

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by EagleGreeninMD on Jan 20, 2011 2:11 PM EST up reply actions

marian barber?

rashard mendenhall? off the top of my head

by tlrpsu on Jan 20, 2011 3:16 PM EST up reply actions

not that i think Royster's the best back,

but the big ten has had some good backs

by tlrpsu on Jan 20, 2011 3:18 PM EST up reply actions

If we want to fix the RB position we need to draft a new Marty Mouse not a RB. You could draft Barry Sanders and we’d still open the game with 3 pass attempts.

Wait, who am I kidding.. RB’s don’t run, they block Clay Mathews for us… how’s Royster’s blocking? /sigh

by cin7 on Jan 20, 2011 5:12 PM EST up reply actions

I want Derrick Locke from Kentucky,

take a look at him, he’s faster than Demps and carries a little bit of a punch.. and the main reason? He can return kicks.

thats Cobb on Kolb crime if you ask me... as said by yophillybro

"I'm trading Kolb to Buffalo for Cribbs"- the brilliant Trade Kolb

by wild_eagle on Jan 20, 2011 9:28 PM EST up reply actions

Brandon Bair isn't listed:-(

He’d be great with Washburn

by The Legend on Jan 20, 2011 11:38 AM EST reply actions

Doesn’t mean they didn’t talk to him.

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by JasonB on Jan 20, 2011 12:29 PM EST up reply actions

I WENT TO HIGHSCHOOL WITH ROYSTER!!

Last year he was considered a late-1st round pick but this year he’s slipped a little (a 3rd or 4th for him would be a true bargain). His work ethic is unparalleled and is known as being one of the most coachable athletes in the game. He won’t be another training camp punching bag like Eldra Buckley. And when asked to, will pound the rock between the tackles.

Westfield HS REPRESENT! lol

by MatKid92 on Jan 20, 2011 11:50 AM EST reply actions

I know I am biased since I am a penn state fan but if Royster could be gotten at the right price I would be all for it. He’s a damn fine talent w/ a “HIGH MOTOR” jk on the last part, couldn’t resist

by jufr18 on Jan 20, 2011 11:53 AM EST reply actions

Royster can play

He reminds me of Duce Staley, and that is really good IMO.

Not overly great at anything (except toughness), but really good at everything.

I hope we get him.

by topcat6 on Jan 20, 2011 11:57 AM EST reply actions

meh

As a Buckeye fan, I’ve seen plenty of Big Ten football this season. Royster is underwhelming at best. He only topped 100 yds this season three times against Temple, Michigan and Northwestern…not exactly defensive giants.

Combine that with 7 total TDs (6 rushing, 1 receiving)…color me unimpressed. Regardless, RB is the least of our concerns right now.

by PF_Flyers22 on Jan 20, 2011 12:14 PM EST reply actions

To be fair

His O-line this season was absolute garbage, and he was playing with a freshman QB (or a first-year starter) where everyone knew he was going to get the ball A LOT.

Still, if he has problems getting to the outside against the Indianas, OSU’s and MSU’s of the world, good luck in the NFL.

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 12:18 PM EST up reply actions

Agreed

PSU had problems all over the place this year. But McGloin wasn’t terrible down the stretch, he at least made teams think about defending the pass. Look at the first half of the OSU game. I think Musburger used the term “moxie” about 900 times.

Your last point is right on. If you are seeing very limited success in the Big Ten, the NFL is going to be a nightmare.

by PF_Flyers22 on Jan 20, 2011 12:25 PM EST up reply actions

Musberger’s a fucking douche who’s not happy unless he’s selling you something. It’s unfortunate he picked McGloin as his product du jour, but what can you do.

Get me Blackledge!

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 12:29 PM EST up reply actions

by PF_Flyers22 on Jan 20, 2011 12:51 PM EST up reply actions

If you're a Buckeye fan

Then you should also agree we don’t need any sparty jerks like Eric Gordon either

GO CUSE, BLUE, AND EAGLES!

by tanman5 on Jan 20, 2011 3:41 PM EST up reply actions

I do not doubt his work ethic

But I will be wincing when that dude runs the 40 and does agility drills. He also had a habit of coughing up some inopportune fumbles.

I loved him as a Lion, but I just don’t see his strengths fitting in with what we do. But I’d love for him to prove me wrong….State needs to put out a productive pro RB

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 12:15 PM EST reply actions

When was the last time a Penn State running back made it in the NFL?

Franco Harris?

RIP Jim Johnson, best ever.
RIP Sean McDermott's job.

by Imp on Jan 20, 2011 1:13 PM EST reply actions

Larry Johnson had two unbelievable years then got hurt his third year and hasn’t been the same since. Dude was the best running back in the league behind LT and had so much promise, and failed so quickly.

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by ayydamn on Jan 20, 2011 1:33 PM EST up reply actions

Curtis Enis?

by zoso7374 on Jan 20, 2011 1:30 PM EST reply actions

rhymes with...

GO CUSE, BLUE, AND EAGLES!

by tanman5 on Jan 20, 2011 3:40 PM EST up reply actions

How about......

Mike Archie
KiJana Carter
Curt Warner
Tony Hunt

Other than Warner and Johnson, they were all pretty much duds.

by uhrsker on Jan 20, 2011 1:37 PM EST reply actions

Warner was solid

Archie was destined to be a backup. Carter was just one of those guys who could never fully recover from a torn ACL

They’ve had some success at the FB spot with guys like Sam Gash

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 1:42 PM EST up reply actions

Ki jana carter got hurt pretty quick. Never had a real chance.

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by JHobbs on Jan 20, 2011 6:37 PM EST up reply actions

Would have been such a beast though

by birds'n'raiders on Jan 20, 2011 9:27 PM EST up reply actions

I read "Curt Warner" and almost blasted you

lol…

I was thinking Kurt Warner.

thats Cobb on Kolb crime if you ask me... as said by yophillybro

"I'm trading Kolb to Buffalo for Cribbs"- the brilliant Trade Kolb

by wild_eagle on Jan 20, 2011 9:30 PM EST up reply actions

I don't need to offend anyone...

but what has been the hit rate rate on PSU products the past few years? Overly successful? Underachievers? The same as any other college with a half n half mix?

by andyreidswaistline on Jan 20, 2011 2:10 PM EST via mobile reply actions

Probably around 50-50, but probably less than 50-50 with the high picks

Poz is doing all right, after his arm healed, while Maybin (last I’d heard) was getting called out by his own O linemen (Eric Wood I remember specifically). I don’t know if Maybing was (a) ready for the pros, (b) good enough to be like the 15th pick, or © is really a good fit for a 3-4 OLB. He might be getting better, but definitely was not working out at this point in his career overall. Connor keeps getting injured. Navarro Bowman, Sean Lee and Deon Butler are looking good, while Derrick Williams will probably get cut. Obviously, Michael Haynes, Curt Enis, and Courtney Brown have left a trail of reputation devastation.

Other guys like Bryan Scott, Kareem McKenzie, Anthony Adams, Gilmore (TE), Michael Robinson, etc. manage to stay around and be productive. Kyle Brady lasted forever as a 6th OL that played TE. Bryant Johnson has no business being on anyone’s roster anymore. Josh Hull (if he’s still on STL) may be able to carve out a nice niche for himself.

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 3:06 PM EST up reply actions

I also forgot about Cameron Wake...who I always forget whent to State

He’s doing pretty freaking well for himself

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 3:13 PM EST up reply actions

Tamba Hali

by tlrpsu on Jan 20, 2011 3:26 PM EST up reply actions

Can’t believe I forgot that dude. He’s a first rounder coming into his own.

Also Engram (a damn good player) and God’s Gift (Quarless, who I hate)

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 3:29 PM EST up reply actions

Yeah PSU has their share of players in the NFL.

Some are making us proud, while others (like Maybin) just aren’t working out. Quarless, though i agree he is extremely arrogant, will have a solid career in GB.

by tlrpsu on Jan 20, 2011 3:35 PM EST up reply actions

I think we'll have some pretty good success with guys coming out in the next few years

Moye and Brett Brackett should find a 4th WR/STs nice on some team, although Brackett will probably be a TE. Wiz should be a contributor. Fortt, Hodges and Mauti could all make an impact

Also would really like to see Stephon Green and Chaz Powell make it somehow.

by DLawrence55 on Jan 20, 2011 3:39 PM EST up reply actions

Jared Odrick

He was on IR most of the season for Miami, but one hell of an interior lineman. My personal opinion is that the only reason Maybin had that one good year was that he was lined up next to Odrick. Consider it the “Haynesworth effect”.

by birds'n'raiders on Jan 20, 2011 9:30 PM EST up reply actions

thats probably true.

you can tell how much we missed Odrick this year.

by tlrpsu on Jan 21, 2011 10:30 AM EST up reply actions

I noticed the defensive players from PSU tend to work out a lot better in the NFL than any offensive player.

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by andyb on Jan 20, 2011 3:06 PM EST up reply actions

If we go for a RB I am partial to Delone Carter (who is also in the Shrine Game).

I’m biased for sure, but I can look at him objectively. I don’t believe he will be a star or even a starter in the NFL, but I do think he has a lot to offer a team like the Eagles. He isn’t a huge back, but he runs like it. Very strong and runs real hard. He can catch the ball out of the backfield (something important in this offense) and he rarely, rarely fumbles the ball (in fact, I don’t believe he ever fumbled in college). His speed isn’t great, but it’s good enough for him to be a reliable third down back.

Anyway, RB is the least of our concerns, so I’m not entirely sure why this is dominating the conversation right now.

by NOLACuse on Jan 20, 2011 3:09 PM EST reply actions

From the few Syracuse games I watched

I actually liked Antwon Bailey better.
But I don’t think we should go RB. We need to use Jerome Harrison more.

GO CUSE, BLUE, AND EAGLES!

by tanman5 on Jan 20, 2011 3:40 PM EST up reply actions

Well Bailey and Carter are very different backs.

Not sure you can really compare them, though Bailey probably does have the higher ceiling. He is still a junior though, so he won’t be in this draft anyway.

by NOLACuse on Jan 20, 2011 5:28 PM EST up reply actions

Who cares if he can run, can he block? You know that’s all Andy cares about.

by cin7 on Jan 20, 2011 5:14 PM EST up reply actions

He can block, but it isn't his strong point.

We’ll see if he has a chance to block at all during the Shrine game. Can Royster block? I don’t really follow Penn State, so I don’t know what to make of him besides my Penn State friends thinking he is awesome.

by NOLACuse on Jan 20, 2011 5:30 PM EST up reply actions

I watched Carter and Royster today and was not impressed at all. Anyone know if Jerome Harrison is under contract or if he’s a free agent now?

by cin7 on Jan 23, 2011 12:16 AM EST up reply actions

I didn't see it.

I guess nobody really impressed then? Carter was the MVP and it looks like the East rolled over the West, but it seems a lot of that was defense. Was there much to glean from the game? I’ve heard the practices are usually what scouts pay more attention to anyway, but I could be wrong about that.

by NOLACuse on Jan 23, 2011 1:42 AM EST up reply actions

I just thought the overall speed/talent on the field was very, very slow. They had one DT (the one who was suspened all of last year, forgot his name) that looked good though.

by cin7 on Jan 23, 2011 3:21 AM EST up reply actions

Keep looking at OL imo

So far it appears we’re concentrating on the o-line with 2 of the 4 being linemen. I know we postulate for half a year what we need, but it’s nice to see the organization come to the same conclusion.

Since I didn’t see a CB in the list (yet, although I would like another back up CB w/ promise), I’m crossing my fingers that the FO is sold on Nnamdi.

by TColeMonster on Jan 20, 2011 3:26 PM EST reply actions