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Hogs Haven
The Philadelphia Eagles’ secondary has emerged as a defensive powerhouse, transforming from a solid unit to arguably the most formidable in the NFL.
Their recent six-game winning streak underscores a defensive performance that’s been nothing short of exceptional, characterized by precise coverage, strategic playmaking, and impeccable communication.
ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky didn’t mince words when discussing the Eagles’ defensive backs.
On NFL Live, he boldly declared, “I’m gonna make two comments about Philadelphia’s defense. Number one, I think this is the best secondary in football right now. And then I’ll say Quinyon Mitchell is probably the favorite for Defensive Rookie...
The Cold Wire
The Philadelphia Eagles have thus far rebounded nicely from their disastrous finish last season, and with an 8-2 record, they’re arguably the second-best team in the NFC behind the Detroit Lions.
In Week 12, the Eagles will travel to play the Los Angeles Rams before they visit the Baltimore Ravens in a Week 13 showdown.
Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was recently limited in practice because of an ankle injury, but he said it’s all part of a plan.
“Hurts told reporters it’s part of a ‘mini-program’ to be healthy for the stretch run and he’ll fully practice the next...
The Cold Wire
NFL fans are still buzzing over one recent play that ranks among the greatest, or at least the most dazzling, anyone has seen in recent memory.
It took place when Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley hurdled a defender while going backward in the air against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Now, gamers can re-enact that special move in Madden NFL 25, as it has been added to the iconic video game, according to ESPN insider Adam Schefter.
Starting today, Saquon Barkley’s backwards hurdle has been added to Madden NFL 25:
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) [November...
The Cold Wire
The backup quarterback spoke to the media following being passed up as the next QB in line for the New York Giants.
The New York Giants made major headlines this week when they announced that Tommy DeVito was taking over as the team’s starting quarterback.
In a rather unexpected turn of events, DeVito, who has been the Giants third-string quarterback all season, was selected to start over Drew Lock, who has been the backup to Daniel Jones. With DeVito leapfrogging Lock on the depth chart, Jones appears to be the team’s fourth quarterback at this point, as recently signed Tim...
Big Blue View
The New York Giants new starting quarterback is excited for his opportunity.
Tommy DeVito is once again set to take over as the New York Giants ‘QB1,’ as “Tommy Cutlets” mania is set to take over East Rutherford starting this weekend.
After starting games a season ago, DeVito has served as the team’s third quarterback for the entire 2024 season up to this point. Now, DeVito is being thrust into the starting role for a second consecutive season, being the most popular Giants player to be interviewed by the media on Wednesday.
Here’s what DeVito had to say before his...
Big Blue View
It is one thing that the Cowboys are still losing games, but it is another that they have already squandered future draft capital on top of it.
The Dallas Cowboys have lost another game. Their 3-7 record puts them in the bottom 10 in the league, and it’s not likely to get much better as the season progresses. When a bow is tied on the 2024 season, the Cowboys should find themselves with a top-10 pick in the 2025 NFL draft.
That’s a silver lining to an otherwise terrible season, but as their draft capital improves, it also brings attention...
Blogging The Boys
Which Commanders players do you think can have the most success against the Cowboys?
The Dallas Cowboys were predicted to be one of the best teams in the NFC East division this year and the Washington Commanders one of the worst. Nothing could be further from the truth heading into this Week 12 matchup between bitter division rivals. Both teams seem to be heading in opposite directions of one another right now.
Under the guidance of their new head coach Dan Quinn and their first-year rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders have been one of the more entertaining and surprising...
Blogging The Boys
The latest news on Philadelphia and Los Angeles.
The Philadelphia Eagles issued their first official injury report on Wednesday in advance of their Week 12 road game against the Los Angeles Rams.
The Eagles listed four players under DID NOT PARTICIPATE: DeVonta Smith, Milton Williams, Bryce Huff, and Jalyx Hunt.
Smith has been dealing with a hamstring injury that’s led to the Eagles managing his practice workload to help get him to game day. The guess here is he’ll be ramped up over the next two days before playing on Sunday night.
Williams suffered a foot injury in Week 11....
Bleeding Green Nation
All advanced metrics suggest that the current Cowboys are, shocker here, very bad.
After the Cowboys fell to the Texans on Monday night, losing their fifth straight game, two things have become clear. On one hand, this team is headed in the wrong direction when you look at leading indicators of success. On the other hand, they’re heading in the absolute right direction for a top draft pick.
If the season ended today, the Cowboys would be picking ninth per Tankathon. But looking at the advanced statistics suggests that the Cowboys can aspire to much more than that, but only...
Blogging The Boys
The Cowboys injury report for Wednesday.
Looking to turn the page after Monday’s blowout loss to the Houston Texans, the Dallas Cowboys are back in the building looking for answers in a season quickly slipping away. However, some players are looking for the infirmary after last week’s lengthy injury report and the barrage of injuries that forced several players to leave Monday’s game. Here’s what we know regarding the health status of the team.
DaRon Bland (foot) returned to practice in full and may be on his way to finally playing this season.
Zack Martin (ankle/shoulder) was listed as DNP...
Blogging The Boys
This could be a franchise-altering decision
The New York Giants made the expected move this week and benched Daniel Jones. And with Jones declared the third quarterback and the emergency quarterback in case both Tommy DeVito and Drew Lock get hurt in the same game, he’s probably taken his last snap as a Giant.
The decision to start Tommy DeVito wasn’t exactly expected, but it’s one that might appease the fans at home for the time being. And if DeVito can’t recapture the magic from weeks 11, 12, and 14 last year, the Giants will likely turn to Drew Lock....
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