Leonard Weaver's Release Is A Cautionary Tale

by JasonB on Jul 28, 2011 9:02 PM EDT in Philadelphia Eagles Roster Moves

Leonard Weaver's story is parts inspiring and sad. This is a guy who went from a real rags to riches NFL success story to a now a cautionary tale. Weaver is really one of the good guys in the NFL and anyone who follows him on twitter knows that he has an ultra positive attitude every day. Every reporter who covers the team says that Weave was their favorite guy to deal with.... and today, the Eagles released him.

He got into the NFL as an undrafted free agent out of tiny D2 school Carson-Newman. He caught on in Seattle and actually got hurt his first year. However, when Mack Strong was injured the following year, Weaver stepped up and played well as his replacement. Two years later he hit unrestricted free agency and was looking to cash in. The offers never really came and he ended up signing a $1.75 million contract for one year with the Eagles. He went on to have a great 2009 season, worked his tail off and made his first pro bowl. The following offseason he finally cashed with a three-year contract worth $11 million and $6.5 million guaranteed.

But in the very first game of the 2010 season, Weaver suffered a very ugly and devastating knee injury that cost him not only that entire season, but possibly his career. And today, the Eagles cut him. He'll still have the signing bonus, but now most of that contract he'll never see. And that's how the NFL works. It's a business and very often, it's not a pretty one.

And as Phil Sheridan smartly put, "If you wonder why DeSean Jackson is holding out, ask Leonard Weaver. #Eagles #itsabusiness"

It's really impossible to argue with that. NFL teams aren't charities. If you can't play and do it at a high level, they're not going to pay you. So really, you've got to get your money while you can. Best of luck Weave, I'm sure all Eagles fans hope he can get himself back in the NFL one day.

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F*ck. LW did not deserve this, he’s a real gentleman. I hope he spends his money wisely and has a full and happy life.

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by IggleGreen on Jul 28, 2011 9:06 PM EDT reply actions

Boats and hoes.

Jason Peters: Heart of a Lion, Face of a Chipmunk.

Eli Manning has the personality of a baked potato.

by DickMuffin on Jul 28, 2011 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions

i actually lol'd

by McMuffin on Jul 28, 2011 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions

lol, I'm sorry, I had to laugh at that

especially since its on tv right now

Reporter: "Randall, why do you think you can fly?"
Randall: "Because I'm an Eagle." HA

by Sikahema on Jul 28, 2011 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions

Well,
That’s what I spent my munny on.

Whoever you are, when I log off, you cease to exist.
Yours truly,
H.R.H Emperor Iggy of the Internet, forever to be known as the InterEmperor.

by IggleGreen on Jul 28, 2011 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions

Seriously?

What channel?

Jason Peters: Heart of a Lion, Face of a Chipmunk.

Eli Manning has the personality of a baked potato.

by DickMuffin on Jul 28, 2011 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions

Probably fx. It’s always on fx but it’s painful to watch the way it’s censored.

"Get 'Em"

by FlyEagles15 on Jul 28, 2011 11:44 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions 1 recs

"Why u all sweaty"?

“I was watching cops” LOL!!

"Running through the meadows,laughing with revolvers"- Warcloud.

by Dunta Is A PUNK on Jul 29, 2011 6:00 AM EDT up reply actions

I know you werent watching cops cuz cops isnt on til 4!!!!

"Get 'Em"

by FlyEagles15 on Jul 29, 2011 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions

Man weaver was such a great guy. I hope the eagles offer him a job in the organization if this injury does end up beign career threatening.

by ColeStevens on Jul 28, 2011 9:06 PM EDT reply actions

I agree. That would be great if the eagles did that. I know he was only an eagle for 1 season, but honestly, he is one of my favorite eagles of all time. I really wish it didn’t end this way. Oh well, all things happen for a reason. Good luck Weave! I hope you can make it back to the NFL.

"Get 'Em"

by FlyEagles15 on Jul 29, 2011 12:21 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

It really is sad

But that’s the reality of football and business.

"truTV is like BET for white folks." - Chuck

by macjack09 on Jul 28, 2011 9:06 PM EDT reply actions

This is exactly how football works…the NFL needs more players like Weaver. Especially when you see so many dishonest or boneheaded guys making headlines.

"Don't 'O' me. This is a serious issue here."
-d-jackfan10
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by McNabb2Maclin4Philly on Jul 28, 2011 9:07 PM EDT reply actions

After all the excitment of the NFL coming back, this is definitely a soberi ngstory

I Wish him the best, sincerely.

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:08 PM EDT reply actions

This one really hurts.

Leonard Weaver is (was?) my favorite Eagle on a roster full of great choices.

Best of luck to you in your recovery, Leonard. Hopefully, one day, you come back as a force.

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 9:09 PM EDT reply actions

this, exactly

by ATLeagle on Jul 28, 2011 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions

I HATE looking at that picture.

"If I can get you to think twice, I'm in your head."
-Brian Dawkins

"Yeah, I like to hit people"
-Brandon Graham

by immynimmy on Jul 28, 2011 9:09 PM EDT reply actions

I know because it has the Kelly Green jersey’s in it. Also because of Weaver

Twitter- @kjbrophy

by The Legend on Jul 28, 2011 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions

Kelly green is sex

You’re just jealous you’re not getting any

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions 3 recs

rec

"I think pro athletes should be forced to use steroids. I think we as fans deserve the greatest athletes science can create."- Daniel Tosh

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"i know talent .. the eagles do not " – JIBTA

by NorthPhillyKid on Jul 28, 2011 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions

+1

by ChillBillinChina on Jul 28, 2011 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions

yo seriously

you dont like the kelly green jerseys ? i really think you should be burned at the cross right now !

but seriously … dude ? kelly green is hands down the best uni to date for the Birds

"I think pro athletes should be forced to use steroids. I think we as fans deserve the greatest athletes science can create."- Daniel Tosh

If Football Had A Church , Brian Dawkins Would Be My Preacher. -NPK

Creator of "Jibta" - NPK

"i know talent .. the eagles do not " – JIBTA

by NorthPhillyKid on Jul 28, 2011 10:19 PM EDT up reply actions

totally

I wish they’d go to those full-time again. The current “midnight green” or whatever it’s called is too similar to the Seahawks.

by ChillBillinChina on Jul 28, 2011 10:36 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

I wish they'd go back

to the Randall Cunningham/Reggie White era uniform witht the full eagle logo on the shoulders. My favorite NFL uniforms ever.

by ZacharyD on Jul 29, 2011 9:24 AM EDT up reply actions

I was at that game sitting on the Eagles bench side. The sight of him with tears in his eyes as he was being carried off on the cart are ingrained in my mind.

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by James_C on Jul 28, 2011 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions

It’s really a shame. I still can’t get the visuals of that injury out of my head.

"Descartes commanded the future from his study more than Napoleon did from his throne."

by Euler.is.a.Pimp on Jul 28, 2011 9:09 PM EDT reply actions

that was awful, I was there and it was worse on the big screen

best of luck Weave

Reporter: "Randall, why do you think you can fly?"
Randall: "Because I'm an Eagle." HA

by Sikahema on Jul 28, 2011 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions

a tragedy...

JoeD AKA The Voice Of Reason

by Joe_D on Jul 28, 2011 9:11 PM EDT reply actions

brilliant

you know what? This put the desean thing into a different perspective for me. I’ve publically stated that Jackson is a 789 diva whose damanged goods and one ACL away from losing his career. I’m in favor of paying him sub 15 WR money. He’s a game changer, but I don’t think he’s worth the investment.

However, if I’m DeSean Jackson, I’m watching Weave’s career on the field slip away in a snap- and I want paid. Now.

After this, it kinda hit home that I can really empathise with him. He’s working with what he got, and he gtta get paid.

I would like to thank my hands for being so great, for allowing me to type this post.

by corn on the kolb on Jul 28, 2011 9:11 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

Akers signs with the 49ers

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 9:13 PM EDT reply actions

We’re talking about something important here…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:14 PM EDT up reply actions

lol

"I think pro athletes should be forced to use steroids. I think we as fans deserve the greatest athletes science can create."- Daniel Tosh

If Football Had A Church , Brian Dawkins Would Be My Preacher. -NPK

Creator of "Jibta" - NPK

"i know talent .. the eagles do not " – JIBTA

by NorthPhillyKid on Jul 28, 2011 10:20 PM EDT up reply actions

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:14 PM EDT reply actions

not to take away from LW but we're playing

Quintin Mikell Week 1, David Akers Week 4, Kevin Kolb Week 10

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:17 PM EDT reply actions

How about McNabb ??

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions

I’d like to play against that guy again…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions

Not unless the Vikings make the pfffff….sorry, I can’t type that with a straight face.

"Don't 'O' me. This is a serious issue here."
-d-jackfan10
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-Jeremy Maclin

by McNabb2Maclin4Philly on Jul 28, 2011 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

You never know, didn’t think the Vikings were gonna beat us last year either…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions

playoffs, if at all

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions

I guess not then…. but the game against Kolb should be fun, I hope Casey Matthews gets a free shot at him…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:33 PM EDT up reply actions

Wouldn't that be the king of Ironics?

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions

That will be the end of Kolb and then the Cardinals will find out that they really did get fleeced !!!

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions

Or is it flucked in the past tense ?

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

bwahahaha

rec’d

by ChillBillinChina on Jul 28, 2011 10:37 PM EDT up reply actions

Weaver’s probably the last guy that deserved a terrible injury like this, best of luck to him he played great for us

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 9:19 PM EDT reply actions

If you have a twitter, send him a shout-out. He’s very active with his fans and it’d probably mean a lot to him for a bunch of Eagle fans to send him love.

Fly Eagles Fly, on the road to Vicktory!

by KeepSwinging on Jul 28, 2011 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions

I’m gunna make a twitter just to do that.

"Get 'Em"

by FlyEagles15 on Jul 29, 2011 12:24 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

Tough break for a good guy.

Well said, putting DJax’s holdout into perspective.

by Clyde Simmons 96 on Jul 28, 2011 9:20 PM EDT reply actions

I fully suspect he will attempt a comeback at some point, and I wish him the best, as it is hard to find a player more deserving of NFL success. At least he made it to the point where he got a good guaranteed bonus.

by captain nodar on Jul 28, 2011 9:29 PM EDT reply actions

Ok now i feel bad...sorry for the dick comment earlier

"if you’re going to act like bitches, then I will treat you like bitches". - AR

Do you hear that? That's the sound of the media ramming the Miracle at the New Meadowlands down your throat for the rest of your life...BAHAHAHAHA....

by theaction on Jul 28, 2011 9:30 PM EDT reply actions

we cut Akers this year,

but THIS cut hurts. I genuinely feel bad about this cut. You know, the comments on here show just how admired this guy was in just the one year he was on the team. Thats remarkable.

by Archangel357 on Jul 28, 2011 9:30 PM EDT reply actions

remember that game?

Kelly greens …
- Weaver’s horrible injury
- Kolb ridden into the dirt by Matthews
- Stew, concussed, trying to get back up off the ground and walk to the sideline

by Archangel357 on Jul 28, 2011 9:33 PM EDT reply actions

And then…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions

An ex thug dog-fighting/killer is the carrier of the torch for our Eagles, and I never thought I’d say this but I couldn’t be happier. That guy knows what it’s like at the top and bottom, and he’s using that knowledge to become one of the greats.

Fly Eagles Fly, on the road to Vicktory!

by KeepSwinging on Jul 28, 2011 9:49 PM EDT up reply actions

Weaver just tweeted the Eagles didn’t even tell him he was released he found out by a reported, that’s fucked up

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 9:37 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs

reporter*

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 9:37 PM EDT up reply actions

unacceptable

by G31 on Jul 28, 2011 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions

slap in the face to one of the most respectable players on the team

by G31 on Jul 28, 2011 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions

He’s pretty pissed about it too by the look of his tweets

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 9:43 PM EDT up reply actions

And

…rightfully so.

by ChillBillinChina on Jul 28, 2011 10:39 PM EDT up reply actions

Thats business unfortunatly

"Running through the meadows,laughing with revolvers"- Warcloud.

by Dunta Is A PUNK on Jul 29, 2011 6:05 AM EDT up reply actions

The mouth-breather strikes again

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions

who’s the mouth breather lol, Reid?

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions

That would be correct

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 9:41 PM EDT up reply actions

So messed up

by RucanorX on Jul 28, 2011 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions

They didn’t have the guts to do it… this should get all the players’ attention…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions

Feel so bad for him. For them to not even have the decency to call a guy that they were so high on and liked so much is extremely disrespectful.

formerly jdcvr6

"When I'm dead and buried, and my time here has passed. I want them to bury me upside down, so my critics can kiss my ass." - Bob Knight

by James_C on Jul 28, 2011 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions

They probably notified his agent.

They call me The Professor.

by Whodie126 on Jul 28, 2011 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions

thats beyong fucked up!!

by Archangel357 on Jul 28, 2011 9:38 PM EDT reply actions

ive been following all week on here and havent posted. but thats fucked up enough that i need to say something. i hope that is not how the team would treat someone as admirable as him and someone who is going to be limping the rest of his life. i know its a business. but thats fucked.

by eagsfanMBG22 on Jul 28, 2011 9:44 PM EDT reply actions

and i hope the new cba has something in here to help for players like him, or else those who signed it are dumbasses

by eagsfanMBG22 on Jul 28, 2011 9:45 PM EDT up reply actions

god bless the weaves !

brian dawkins is my preacher and weaves is my deacon !

"I think pro athletes should be forced to use steroids. I think we as fans deserve the greatest athletes science can create."- Daniel Tosh

If Football Had A Church , Brian Dawkins Would Be My Preacher. -NPK

Creator of "Jibta" - NPK

"i know talent .. the eagles do not " – JIBTA

by NorthPhillyKid on Jul 28, 2011 9:46 PM EDT reply actions

And the Lord is my shepherd.

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions

amen

by Archangel357 on Jul 28, 2011 9:48 PM EDT up reply actions

Do I sense an updated signature?

Jason Peters: Heart of a Lion, Face of a Chipmunk.

Eli Manning has the personality of a baked potato.

by DickMuffin on Jul 28, 2011 10:49 PM EDT up reply actions

I know it's a business

but just look at his twitter account, read through the messages

What a genuinely good guy!

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:49 PM EDT reply actions

Its fucked up a reporter had to tell him

And the team couldn’t even give him a courtesy call.

"truTV is like BET for white folks." - Chuck

by macjack09 on Jul 28, 2011 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions

Eh, I found him to be a little bit over the top with his emotional stuff…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Have you ever

been prevented from doing the one thing you love in life that made you millions of dollars? didn’t think so… it’s tough recovering from any serious injury, especially when it impacts your life like this. go and switch professions tomorrow and see how emotional you get haha

I take the "the" out of psychotherapist

by 1220369299 on Jul 28, 2011 10:26 PM EDT up reply actions

He was like that before he got hurt too… him and Jason Avant, trying to be holier than thou….

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:47 PM EDT up reply actions

Classless....typical

/RealLT’d

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 9:49 PM EDT reply actions

(I don’t know why I find a Giants fan being a regular on here, after the lockout is over, a little annoying… I don’t trust them.)

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions

keep that to yourself

he’s respected.

"I'm 95% sure that 100% of what he says is wrong."

by Ralf E Chubbs on Jul 28, 2011 9:57 PM EDT up reply actions

'ppreciate sticking up for me, homie

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions

(He can be respected, but not trusted, he might give the game plan away.)

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:02 PM EDT up reply actions

shh!

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions

Tell me your true intentions homie.

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions

to be able to have a conversation with Eagles fans

and be allowed to curse. Mostly, anyways.

Plus, the community is chill.

And maybe a little sabotage, who knows

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions

See guys, try to focus on the last sentence here… I knew it, don’t trust, don’t trust him at all…

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:09 PM EDT up reply actions

You're so paranoid it's actually cramping my style

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 11:47 PM EDT up reply actions

I will not keep that to myself, stop policing me, geeeez.

by Eagladelphia on Jul 28, 2011 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions

I was voicing the opinion of a dearly departed friend of BGN

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions

Hey now

BBI is always welcome here. A smart football fan is always good in my book.

formerly jdcvr6

"When I'm dead and buried, and my time here has passed. I want them to bury me upside down, so my critics can kiss my ass." - Bob Knight

by James_C on Jul 28, 2011 9:59 PM EDT up reply actions

again, 'ppreciate it broskie haha

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 10:01 PM EDT up reply actions

This sucks.. I love Weaver… he’s a fucking monster and I really hope he can get back to pro bowl form for another franchise I don’t even give a fuck if it’s a rival. That’s how much love I have for this dude

The Jruth shall be told.

by packimop on Jul 28, 2011 9:50 PM EDT reply actions

How do physicals work? I would think he knew he didnt pass the physical? no?

by Awesome Johnson on Jul 28, 2011 9:59 PM EDT reply actions

yeah, but

could still be kept on the PUP or IR lists though. didnt need to cut him. he believes he will be back. I dont know if I believe the same, but i sure do hope so.

by Archangel357 on Jul 28, 2011 10:03 PM EDT up reply actions

well

Clark Judge of CBSSports.com reports the Eagles are “expected” to sign free agent QB Vince Young as Michael Vick’s backup.

Get Better, Not Bitter.

by BigBlueIntervention on Jul 28, 2011 10:02 PM EDT reply actions

Cool

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by Djax10 on Jul 28, 2011 10:04 PM EDT up reply actions

Michael Vick 2.0

now on to Tulloch….finish the djack stuff and I’m feelin’ pretty good.

by TColeMonster on Jul 28, 2011 10:17 PM EDT up reply actions

Just pure class

Keep your head up Weave (not that anyone has to tell him that). Here’s hoping you get a few more quality seasons.

by PF_Flyers22 on Jul 28, 2011 10:21 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

Best wishes

The injury sucks for him as a person and for us as fans.

AR should have to wear a Flava Flav necklace until he learns how to manage a fucking clock.
I am the proud target of temper tantrums.

by KByars on Jul 28, 2011 10:29 PM EDT reply actions

This is real fucked up, one of his tweetes from only 10 hours agao

LeonardWeaverLeonard Weaver

Well everyone I checked in at Lehigh yesterday evening. I won’t be back at the beginning of the season, but will be back soon.

10 hours ago

Are you fucking kidding me Eagles! This guy left it on the field for you, literally and you can’t even man up to tell him he was released face to fucking face! You are supposed to be a model NFL Franchise and this is how you treat one of the guys that helped you win a lot of games just 2 years ago! This is disgraceful and I don’t give a shit if it is a business! Releasing him was the right thing from a business standpoint but from a decency standpoint, you showed cowardice by not telling the man himself! Fucking bitch ass F.O.

"I will never have my best season," Brian Dawkins

Mike Vick is a piece of shit

We be journalizing, son.
by JimmyK on Jul 21, 2011 7:21 PM EDT

by Talon Talent on Jul 28, 2011 10:39 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs

Tell us how you really feel, TT.

But in all seriousness, I agree with you.

If I agreed with you, we’d both be wrong.

by PhiladelphiaEagles on Jul 28, 2011 10:40 PM EDT up reply actions

No Sproles for Eagles

: Breaking on FOXSports.com: Saints sign RB Darren Sproles to 2 year contract. Story posting asap. Will tweet link.

If I agreed with you, we’d both be wrong.

by PhiladelphiaEagles on Jul 28, 2011 10:52 PM EDT reply actions

Oh no

now we just have to make due with the 50 other RBs we’ve signed so far…

by ChillBillinChina on Jul 28, 2011 11:16 PM EDT up reply actions

dang!

Good luck Weaver! Cut throat world. Your either a shark or a guppy.

by pragit on Jul 28, 2011 11:21 PM EDT via mobile reply actions

I wish him the best, i really hope he can make it back with someone

by eaglesinmd on Jul 28, 2011 11:48 PM EDT reply actions

Best of Luck Weaver

It’s unfortunate that the Weave had to find out like he did, but let’s not trash the organization without knowing all the facts. Clearly somebody didn’t do his job correctly, but there is a shit ton of things going on with personnel and it’s not normally how they operate. Reid may talk out of the side of his mouth when he speaks with the press, but I think he has a pretty solid reputation for treating people with respect. Who knows, maybe Rupert Murdoch hacked the Weave’s phone messages and reported it before he knew.

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by IWantToFlyLikeAnEagle on Jul 28, 2011 11:50 PM EDT reply actions

I don't see why the Eagles wouldn't put him on the PUP list or something

How many fucking years has Abiamiri been jacking off in the dressing room when on that list?

I mean, Jesus Christ.

by cwel87 on Jul 28, 2011 11:53 PM EDT reply actions

If someone is permanently injured

cutting them will enable them to get a disability settlement – IR or PUP will not. It could be best for the player to get an outright release depending upon the circumstance

by ZacharyD on Jul 29, 2011 9:36 AM EDT up reply actions

I don't know the situation here

but just saying why it might be in the best interest of a player to get a release if they know they are not going to be able to play in the coming year

by ZacharyD on Jul 29, 2011 9:36 AM EDT up reply actions

Honestly..

I knew Weaver was done the second I saw that hit… I stated before and will continue to say, if anybody can come back from something like that and be just a shade below what he was it’s Weaver, the dude’s got a massive heart, and with a drop of talent you can do great things with both of those.

As much as I’m 100% sure he doesn’t have the ability to play again, I can’t write him off, something tells me he’ll go somewhere and be successful… But with his career possibly in jeopardy you can’t possibly pay him top money to sit on the IR or PUP list just for a 50% shot at best he’s ever able to play again, it’s not a good business decision.

Now, apparently the Eagles didn’t tell him to his face. You don’t do that, Weaver was a great player for us in his short time here, he left everything on the field, he possibly gave his career to the Eagles… For a man like that, a player who gave us his all, a player who may not be able to take the field for us again you sit down and break it to him to his face. Weaver deserved to have a conversation with Banner, Lurie, Reid and Roseman, he deserved to be told he’s no longer a player here.. Eagles fucked up on this one, big time.

Weaver, you’ll always be an Eagle in my book. I don’t care if you come back as a fucking Redskin, Giant or Cowboy, I will root for you.

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by wild_eagle on Jul 29, 2011 12:27 AM EDT reply actions

Weav gave us his all for one year.

Unfortunate circumstances will prevent him from doing so again. Financially i hope he made some smart,profitable investments. He seems to be strong spiritually and sometimes that’s all a man needs.

"Running through the meadows,laughing with revolvers"- Warcloud.

by Dunta Is A PUNK on Jul 29, 2011 6:14 AM EDT reply actions

nfl FOs are kind of a bunch of money driven wieners in that respect… then you have professional athletes, they understand what the dealio is, at least he got his money.

by fitzy first on Jul 29, 2011 10:21 AM EDT reply actions