Donovan’s Demotion: Thoughts from a Lifelong Philadelphia Eagles, and McNabb Fan

Published on: 18th December, 2010

Things happen quickly in today’s world—sports and otherwise. To illustrate my point, I have given myself no more than 30 minutes to hammer out some of my thoughts on the strange benching of supposed franchise quarterback Donovan McNabb by Redskins football czar Mike Shanahan. And, did it take more than 30 minutes ...

NFL Week 12: Michael Vick and the Top 10 MVP Candidates

Published on: 29th November, 2010

The 2010 NFL Season has been a campaign featuring a lot of parity around the league.  Consider that none of the NFL's eight division leaders have more than a one-game lead, and five of the eight divisions see two teams tied for the lead.In the much more subjective MVP race, ...

Philadelphia Eagles 27, NY Giants 17: A Monday Morning Analysis

Published on: 22nd November, 2010

The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the visiting NY Giants 27-17 to claim first place in the NFC East last night. The divisional showdown offered up enough twists and turns to satisfy even a neutral fan, and a much-needed "W" to please (is that ever the right word?) Eagles Nation.  So, what does ...

A Philadelphia Eagles Fan Rooting for McNabb:Is It Really All About The Laundry?

Published on: 8th September, 2010

  With Labor Day—and the unofficial and lamented end of summer—now in the rear view mirror, the sting is lessened somewhat by the knowledge that the NFL season is just days away. Time to take stock of my collection of Eagles wear:  Many of my jerseys, t-shirts, sweatshirts and lids ...

Debunking Donovan McNabb – 10 Myths Exploded

Published on: 22nd August, 2010

News Flash:  The Donovan McNabb era --11 years of winning football and controversy--came to an end this past Easter Sunday. Yet he still remains a lightning rod for criticism and debate in Philly.I admit to being an unabashed fan, although I won't  kill the Eagles for trading him and ushering ...