Writing Portfolio: My Top Articles as a Philadelphia Sports Writer
(This writing portfolio doesn’t contain every article I’ve ever written. Just the good ones.)
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:
August 2012:
Is Mike Kafka a Trustworthy Backup QB?
DeSean Jackson Should Be Non-Contacted in Training Camp
Will Rookie QB Nick Foles Play at all in 2012?
Andy Reid’s Son Found Dead in Training Camp Dorm Room
10 Observations on Release of 1st Depth Chart
Will LeSean McCoy Duplicate 2011 Season?
Predicting the 53 Man Roster
Analyzing Projected 53 Man Roster: Offense
Analyzing Projected 53 Man Roster: Defense
Andy Reid: Head Coach for Life?
How Many Defensive Linemen on 2012 Team?
10 Best Players in Training Camp
Probability for All 87 Players for Making Eagles Roster
Will Defense Have Tackling Issues Again in 2012?
Will Special Teams Ace Colt Anderson Make the 2012 Roster?
2012 Rookie Draft Class Could Be Best in Andy Reid Era
Can the Eagles Really Count On Michael Vick to Stay Healthy in 2012?
Why Eagles Defensive Line is Powerful Enough to Guarantee a Non-Losing Season in 2012
Predicting the 53-Man Roster: Take Two
July 2012:
Offseason Champions Again in 2012?
Which Player in Eagles History Would Most Help the 2012 Team?
Are the Eagles Really Under the Radar in 2012?
Michael Vick’s Dynasty Comment Worse Than Vince Young’s Dream Team Comment
Should Eagles Sign Veteran Cedric Benson as Backup Running Back?
Michael Vick’s Health is Key to Season
Will Michael Vick Turn in His Best Season?
June 2012:
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup RBs
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup WRs
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup TEs
Farewell Joe Banner: Is Change Good for 2012 Eagles?
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup OL
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup DL
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup LBs
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup CBs
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup S
Why the Eagles Should Trade for Browns QB Colt McCoy
May 2012:
Who Will be the Kick Returner for the 2012 Philadelphia Eagles?
Will Demetress Bell Turn Into the Next Evan Mathis?
Donovan McNabb Attempting NFL Comeback
LeSean McCoy Contract Extension
Previewing 2012 Eagles: Backup QBs
2012 NFL Draft:
Is Brandon Weeden the Quarterback of the Future?
Why I Think the Eagles Are the Mystery Team in the Robert Griffin III Sweepstakes
Draft Prospect: WR Michael Floyd
Draft Prospect: DT Fletcher Cox
Draft Prospect: CB Janoris Jenkins
Eagles Interested in #4 Pick in Draft
Eagles Mock Draft 1st Round Pick
Who Should the Eagles Select With Their 1st Round Pick?
2012 Eagles Draft: Round 1
2012 Eagles Draft: Round 2, Pick 1
2012 Eagles Draft: Round 2, Pick 2
2012 Eagles Draft: Round 3
2012 Eagles Draft: Rounds 4-7
April 2012:
Why the Eagles Only Need a Short-Term Solution for Jason Peters
2012 Eagles Schedule Released
Brian Dawkins Retires After 16 Seasons
Asante Samuel Traded to Atlanta Falcons
March 2012:
Eagles Are One Elite Player Away From Being a Super Bowl Contender
Do Eagles Fans Still Love Michael Vick?
Eagles Need to Pursue Brandon Jacobs
Six Free Agent Options at Linebacker
Todd Herremans Contract Extension
Trent Cole Contract Extension
DeSean Jackson Contract Extension
Evan Mathis Re-Signed
Should the Eagles Pursue Yeremiah Bell?
DeMeco Ryans Trade
Why Eagles Should Absolutely Not Trade for Tim Tebow
Did Andy Reid Want the Eagles to Get Peyton Manning?
Jason Peters Tears Achilles Tendon
Donovan McNabb: Most Overcriticized QB in NFL History?
February 2012:
LeSean McCoy: FedEx Ground Player of the Year
Should the Eagles Cut Cullen Jenkins?
Why the Eagles Should Absolutely Pursue Randy Moss
Should Eagles Sign Plaxico Burress?
January 2012:
Are the Eagles Making Too Big of a Deal About Their Season Ending Winning Streak?
Eagles Fans: Life as a Cowboys Hater Doesn’t Get Any Better
Is Steve Spagnuolo Heading to the Eagles?
Will Eagles Shift Juan Castillo to Cornerbacks Coach?
Should Eagles Pursue London Fletcher?
Should Eagles Bring Back Juan Castillo as Defensive Coordinator?
Eagles Keeping Juan Castillo as Defensive Coordinator
30 Most Memorable Moments of 2011 Eagles Season
1. Big Name Offseason Free Agent Signings
2. Vince Young Dream Team Comment
3. Juan Castillo Named Defensive Coordinator
4. DeSean Jackson Drama
5. Blown Fourth Quarter Leads
6. Jim Washburn Wide-9 Defense
7. Michael Vick’s $100 Million Contract
8. Ronnie Brown Goal Line Fumble
9. Season-Ending Four-Game Winning Streak
10. Howard Mudd Revives Offensive Line
11. Casey Matthews
12. Michael Vick Broken Ribs
13. 49ers Stun Eagles With 20-Point Comeback
14. Michael Vick Knocked Out In Consecutive Games
15. Fitz & Cardinals Stun Eagles in 4th Quarter
16. Steven Jackson First Play Touchdown
17. Juqua Parker Jumps As Bills Beat Eagles
18. Kevin Kolb Traded
19. Mike Patterson Seizure in Training Camp
20. Jeremy Maclin Mysterious Training Camp Illness
21. Blowout Against Dallas Revives Dream Team Talk
22. 1st Round Pick Benched
23. Vince Young GW TD Drive Against Giants
24. Safety Rotation
25. David Hawthorne Interception Touchdown
26. Victor Cruz Breakout Game Against Nnamdi Asomugha
27. LeSean McCoy Sets Franchise Touchdown Mark
28. Jeremy Maclin Injured
29. Marshawn Lynch Beast Mode Touchdown Run
30. Chas Henry Fake Punt Pass Against Chicago
December 2011:
Eagles Hit Rock Bottom in 2011
10 Ways to Fix the 2012 Eagles
17 Most Disappointing Players on 2011 Eagles
November 2011:
LeSean McCoy Turning in MVP Season
Eagles Sink to All-Time Low in 2011
Why Eagles Need to Fire Andy Reid Immediately After 2011 Season
Michael Vick Proving to Be Just Like Donovan McNabb in Clutch
Should Eagles Suspend DeSean Jackson For Rest of Season?
Expect the Unexpected With These Eagles
October 2011:
Eagles at All-Time Low in Andy Reid Era
Eagles Need to Fire Juan Castillo and Promote Jim Washburn
Eagles Need a Brian Dawkins Type Leader On Defense
Eagles Are Officially Finished in 2011
Andy Reid’s Promotion of Juan Castillo Will Cost Him His Job
5 Players On Eagles Who Should Be Benched Immediately
Why Offensive Line is Turning Into Huge Strength
Andy Reid Facing Biggest Regular Season Game of Career
September 2011:
5 Most Surprising Roster Cuts for 2011 Eagles
10 Most Disappointing Players of Preseason for Eagles
Eagles Offensive Line is a Total Disaster
10 Potential Concerns for 2011 Eagles
Are Michael Vick’s Injury Problems Becoming Ridiculous?
Eagles Need to Sign a Veteran Linebacker
Eagles Receiving No Contribution From 2010-2011 Draft Classes
Eagles Need Vick, DeSean, Nnamdi to Step it Up
August 2011:
Michael Vick $100 Million Contract Extension
Eagles Are Officially Michael Vick’s Team
July 2011:
Top 3 Free Agent Defensive End Candidates for 2011 Eagles
Six Key Free Agents Who Not Be With 2011 Eagles
How Important Will Backup QB Be to Eagles in 2011?
Should Eagles Bring Back Brian Dawkins in 2011?
Should Eagles Sign Brett Favre as Michael Vick’s Backup?
Favre, Plaxico, Haynesworth, Nnamdi, Bush: Who Will Eagles Actually Sign?
Should Eagles Sign Marion Barber as Backup RB?
Eagles Will Allow Every Free Agent to Leave
June 2011:
Why LeSean McCoy is More Important to Eagles Than DeSean Jackson
If Eagles Sign Plaxico Burress, Are They Sacrificing Talent for Character Again?
Do 2011 Eagles Have Best Coaching Staff in Andy Reid Era?
Why Eagles Offensive Line Will Turn Into Big Strength in 2011
The 10 Most Valuable Players on Eagles: Keeper League Edition
The 5 Most Important Non-Starters for 2011 Eagles
The 5 Backups Who Will Significantly Impact 2011 Season
Which Player in Eagles History Would Most Help the 2011 Team?
The 5 Eagles Players Under the Most Pressure in 2011
The 5 Free Agents Eagles Should Let Walk Before 2011 Season
Why Eagles-Giants Rivalry is Best in the NFC East
May 2011:
The 5 Biggest Positional Needs for 2011 Eagles
The Answer: Where I Think Kevin Kolb Will Play in 2011
Could David Akers Head to the Dallas Cowboys?
Predicting the 53-Man Roster for the Eagles in 2011
The 5 Players Not On the Eagles Who Could Be On the Team in 2011
Predicting Every Starter for the 2011 Eagles
Why Eagles Will Not Sign Nnamdi Asomugha
Why is the Trade Value So High For Kevin Kolb?
5 Reasons Why Eagles Could Be Even Better in 2011
Predicting Offensive Statistics for Each Eagles Player in 2011
The 5 Biggest Positional Battles for 2011 Eagles
2011 NFL Draft:
Who Would Eagles Select if They had Number 1 Pick in NFL Draft?
Draft Needs, #1: Cornerback
Draft Needs, #2: Right Guard/Tackle
Draft Needs, #3: Outside Linebacker
Draft Needs, #4: Defensive End
Draft Needs, #5: Safety
Draft Prospect: RB DeMarco Murray
Draft Prospect: OT Gabe Carimi
Draft Prospect: S Jaiquawn Jarrett
Draft Prospect: OL Mike Pouncey
Draft Prospect: CB Jimmy Smith
No Trades on Draft Day: Will That Hurt the Eagles?
Mock Draft: 2011 Eagles 1st Round Pick
Eagles Select 11 Players in 2011 NFL Draft
Way Too Early Grades for the Eagles’ 2011 Draft
Does Drafting a Kicker Mean David Akers is Gone?
Why Didn’t the Eagles Draft a Defensive Lineman in the Draft?
5 Interesting Facts About 2011 Draft for Eagles
How the Draft Impacts a Potential Kevin Kolb Trade
10 Eagles Players Who Probably Won’t Return in 2011 Because of the Draft
Which 5 2011 Draft Picks Will Contribute the Most for the 2011 Eagles?
April 2011:
Why Asante Samuel Was the NFL’s Best Cornerback in 2010
Where Should the Eagles Trade QB Kevin Kolb?
The Top 5 Must See Eagles Games in 2011
A Way Too Early Look at Predicting Each Eagles Game During the 2011 Season
Could Eagles Bring Back Donovan McNabb as Backup Quarterback?
Why Wide Receiver is the Deepest Position On the Eagles
March 2011:
Could a Lockout Destroy the Recent Success of the Eagles?
LeSean McCoy Had Underrated 2010 Season
A Few Things About Michael Vick’s Time in Prison You Didn’t Know
February 2011:
Juan Castillo Hiring Could Cost Andy Reid His Job
Trying to Make Sense of the Juan Castillo Promotion to Defensive Coordinator
Should Eagles Attempt to Acquire Shaun Rogers?
25 Most Memorable Moments of 2010 Eagles Season:
1. Michael Vick Named Starting Quarterback
2. Miracle at the New Meadowlands
3. 13 New Coaches, Including Defensive Coordinator
4. Season Ends Again in Wild-Card Round
5. NY Giants First Team to Contain Michael Vick
6. Asante Samuel Interception Wins Indianapolis Game
7. Monday Night Massacre Against Washington
8. DeSean Jackson Concussion Leads to NFL Rule Change
9. Minnesota Loss On Tuesday Night Football
10. Asante Samuel Misses Three Games Due to Injury
11. Michael Vick Injured vs Minnesota
12. Michael Vick Injured vs Washington
13. LeSean McCoy’s GW 4th Down GW Touchdown vs Giants
14. Jason Avant Dropped Hail Mary
15. Three Key Starters Injured in Season Opener
16. Andy Reid Complains to Officials About Michael Vick
17. Donovan McNabb Wins Return to Washington
18. Kevin Kolb Torches Atlanta, Temporarily Wins Starting Job
19. Three Key Starters Lost to Late Season Injuries
20. Kenny Britt Disaster
21. DeSean Jackson 91 Yard GW Touchdown vs Dallas
22. Trevard Lindley Interception Wins San Francisco Game
23. LeSean McCoy Plays Through Broken Rib
24. Nate Allen Wins Defensive Rookie of the Month
25. Meaningless Regular Season Finale Against Dallas
10 Most Memorable Images of 2010 Eagles Season:
1. DeSean Jackson Miracle at the New Meadowlands Touchdown
2. DeSean Jackson Falls Into End Zone vs Dallas
3. Tashard Choice Asks for Michael Vick’s Autograph
4. Kevin Kolb Crushed by Clay Matthews
5. DeSean Jackson Crushed by Dunta Robinson
6. Tramon Williams Ends Eagles Season
7. Jason Avant Drops Hail Mary
8. Asante Samuel GW Interception Off Peyton Manning
9. Leonard Weaver Injury
10. DeSean Jackson Touchdown vs Washington
January 2011:
Eagles Postseason Run Could Be Destiny
Chronicling the Eagles-Packers Postseason History
Michael Vick’s Playoff Performance is Worth $20 Million
20 Statistics for Eagles-Packers Playoff Game
12 Years, No Ring: Finally Time to Get Rid of Andy Reid?
Michael Vick’s Game Losing Interception Is What Being an Eagles Fan is All About
Did DeSean Jackson’s Injury Cost the Eagles a Victory in the Postseason?
Michael Vick’s Two Minute Drills Are Just As Bad As Donovan McNabb’s
Why Sean McDermott Should Not Return as Defensive Coordinator
Did the Eagles Expect Too Much From Michael Vick Against Green Bay?
Michael Vick Named NFL Comeback Player of the Year
Eagles Need to Hire Mike Singletary as Defensive Coordinator
Eagles Need to Pursue Albert Haynesworth
Eagles Should Pursue Defensive Coordinator Dick LeBeau
Could 48-Year Old Herschel Walker Actually Play in the NFL?
Why Haven’t Eagles Shown Interest in Anybody at Defensive Coordinator?
Miracle at the New Meadowlands:
Eagles Win On Miracle at New Meadowlands
Greatest Regulation Walkoff Touchdown in NFL History?
Eagles WR Jason Avant Suffers Mild Concussion On Block
The 10 Most Underrated Plays of the Second Half
Eagles Use 10 Men in Trick Onside Kick
Penalty Could Have Negated DeSean Jackson’s Walkoff Touchdown
Andy Reid Calls Miracle at New Meadowlands “One of All-Time Great Games in NFL History”
Why Michael Vick is Now the NFL MVP
Eli Manning Press Conference Video
Asking Eagles Fans: What Was Your Reaction to Winning Touchdown?
My Reaction (Video)
New York Post Takes Shot at Vick; Vick Takes Shot at Giants
Michael Vick Named NFC Offensive Player of the Week
Comparing the 3 Miracles at the Meadowlands
Comparing the 3 Greatest Quarters in the Andy Reid era
2010 Eagles Are Exactly Like the Phillies
DeSean Jackson Walkoff Touchdown Nominated for NFL Play of the Year
December 2010:
Will NFL Protect Michael Vick Like Tom Brady or Peyton Manning?
David Akers’ Top 5 Career Highlights
Michael Vick’s Health is Key to Super Bowl Run
David Akers Enjoying Best Season of Career
Why LeSean McCoy’s Fourth Quarter Running Against Dallas Was Top 3 Moment of Season
Chronicling Eagles’ Five-Game Winning Streak Against NY Giants
Michael Vick Struggling to Survive in Every Game
Should Eagles Fans Worry About Michael Vick’s Second Half Performance This Season?
Eagles Have Greatest Single-Season Rushing Offense in NFL History
Selecting 10 Eagles Players to Receive a Christmas Gift
Why Eagles Game vs Minnesota is Do or Die for Michael Vick in MVP Race
Why Andy Reid’s Decision to Play Michael Vick in Season Finale Could Be Worst Decision of Career
The 10 Craziest Moments of 2010 Eagles Season
November 2010:
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Quarterbacks
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Running Backs
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Wide Receivers and Tight Ends
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Offensive Linemen
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Defensive Linemen
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Linebackers
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Defensive Backs
Grading Eagles, Player by Player: Special Teams
Midseason Awards: Best Game
Midseason Awards: Best Moment
Midseason Awards: Best Offensive Player
Midseason Awards: Best Defensive Player
Midseason Awards: Best Individual Offensive Performance
Midseason Awards: Best Individual Defensive Performance
What if Randy Moss Went to the Eagles?
Always a Weapon, Never a Quarterback: How Michael Vick Has Transformed Into One of the NFL’s Best QBs
Remembering Brett Favre’s Many Interceptions Against Eagles
10 Predictions For Second Half of 2010 Eagles Season
How Jason Avant Catching Kevin Kolb’s Hail Mary Could Have Changed the Fate of the 2010 Eagles
Five Opinions About Donovan McNabb’s Career
Michael Vick Leading New Greatest Show On Turf; Super Bowl?
Analyzing the Donovan McNabb Trade: Eagles Look Like Geniuses
It’s Time for Eagles Fans to Start Trusting Head Coach Andy Reid
Is Michael Vick New Face of Franchise for Eagles?
Has Michael Vick Lost His Magic This Season?
Is DeSean Jackson Undisciplined and Immature?
October 2010:
Why Eagles Fans Cannot Boo Donovan McNabb
Chronicling the History: Donovan McNabb vs Michael Vick
Eagles’ Defense Consistently Succeeding With Game On the Line
It’s Time for Another Flipflop: Andy Reid Need to Trade Michael Vick and Name Kevin Kolb Starting Quarterback
Why Dunta Robinson Should Not Be Fined for His Hit on DeSean Jackson
Kevin Kolb or Michael Vick: Who is Eagles’ Quarterback of the Future?
10 Ways for an Eagles Fan to Survive the Bye Week
September 2010:
Why Kevin Kolb, Not Michael Vick, Should Be the Eagles’ Starting Quarterback
Pregame Thoughts, 2010:
Week 6: Atlanta Falcons
Week 7: Tennessee Titans
Week 9: Indianapolis Colts
Week 10: Washington Redskins
Week 11: New York Giants
Week 12: Chicago Bears
Week 13: Houston Texans
Week 14: Dallas Cowboys
Week 15: New York Giants
Week 16: Minnesota Vikings
Week 17: Dallas Cowboys
Week 18: Green Bay Packers
Postgame Thoughts, 2010:
Week 4: Washington Redskins
Week 5: San Francisco 49ers
Week 6: Atlanta Falcons
Week 7: Tennessee Titans
Week 9: Indianapolis Colts
Week 10: Washington Redskins
Week 11: New York Giants
Week 12: Chicago Bears
Week 13: Houston Texans
Week 14: Dallas Cowboys
Week 15: New York Giants
Week 16: Minnesota Vikings
Week 17: Dallas Cowboys
Week 18: Green Bay Packers
10 Things We Learned, 2010:
Week 1: St. Louis Rams
Week 2: Detroit Lions
Week 3: Jacksonville Jaguars
Week 4: Washington Redskins
Week 5: San Francisco 49ers
Week 6: Atlanta Falcons
Week 7: Tennessee Titans
Week 9: Indianapolis Colts
Week 10: Washington Redskins
Week 11: New York Giants
Week 12: Chicago Bears
Week 13: Houston Texans
Week 14: Dallas Cowboys
Week 15: New York Giants
Week 16: Minnesota Vikings
Week 17: Dallas Cowboys
Inside the Numbers, 2010:
Week 6: Atlanta Falcons
Week 7: Tennessee Titans
Week 9: Indianapolis Colts
Week 10: Washington Redskins
Week 11: New York Giants
Week 12: Chicago Bears
Week 13: Houston Texans
Week 14: Dallas Cowboys
Week 15: New York Giants
Asking Eagles Fans:
Kevin Kolb At Quarterback Instead of Michael Vick?
Better Career: Brian Westbrook or LeSean McCoy?
Best Wide Receiver On Eagles?
Favorite Moment of 2010 Season?
Down by 2, 44-Yard Line: Kick or Hail Mary?
Who Will Be Eagles’ Starting Quarterback in Three Years?
Did Jason Avant Drop Kevin Kolb’s Hail Mary?
How Far Will Eagles Advance in 2010?
Where Does Eagles-Dallas Rivalry Rank Among NFL’s Best?
2009 Season:
Should the Eagles Bring Back Terrell Owens?
Why Andy Reid, Marty Mornhinweg, & Jim Johnson Are Among the League’s Best Coaching Trios
5 New Playcalling Trends for the 2009 Eagles
The 5 Biggest Positional Battles for the 2009 Eagles
The Time is Now: Official 2009 Eagles Preview
The 10 Most Important Eagles Moments During the 2009 Season
2008 Season:
Weapon X: Is Brian Dawkins Worthy of the Hall of Fame?
David Akers: Master of the 39-Yard Field Goal
Andy Reid Has Become a Joke
Does Donovan McNabb Really Fail In the Clutch?
Donovan McNabb: This Isn’t Even About Football Anymore
Eagles Fans: This Team is Going to the Playoffs
Philadelphia Eagles: You Ruined My Christmas
Philadelphia Eagles: You Saved My Christmas
10 Things We Learned From the 2008 Eagles
Historical:
Remembering Steve Van Buren’s Career
Remembering the Biggest, Baddest, Most Legendary Hit in Eagles History: Chuck Bednarik Hits Frank Gifford
Everything You Need to Know About the 1960 Eagles
Do You Believe in Miracles? The Story of the 1960 Eagles
Recapping Thanksgiving Day History for Eagles
Comparing the 3 Miracles at the Meadowlands
Comparing the 3 Greatest Quarters in the Andy Reid Era
44-6: The Sunday of Miracles
The 10 Best First Round Draft Picks in Philadelphia Eagles History
The 10 Worst First Round Draft Picks in Philadelphia Eagles History
Why the 2002 Draft Was the Best of Andy Reid’s Career
Grading the 2003 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2004 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2005 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2006 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2007 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2008 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2009 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
Grading the 2010 Draft for the Philadelphia Eagles
50 Years and No Championship But What If…
Eagles Drafted OJ Simpson
Buddy Ryan Developed Randall Cunningham Into An All-Around Quarterback
Owner Norman Braman Played the Free Agency Game
Eagles Named Jeff Fisher Head Coach Instead of Rich Kotite
Andy Reid Called a Balanced Run-Pass Ratio in Super Bowl XXXIX
The Best of the Best & Worst of the Worst in the Andy Reid Era:
Rocky Balboa Award
Worst Offensive Player
Biggest Contract Steal
Most Underrated Moment
Worst Assistant Coach
Most Athletic Individual Play (Video)
Worst Regular Season Team Game
Best Regular Season Team Game
Worst Offensive Free Agent Signing
Worst Defensive Free Agent Signing
Best Offensive Free Agent Signing
Best Defensive Player
Most Overrated Moment
10 Best Team Games
The All-Time Single Season Andy Reid Team
Tributes:
Remembering Steve Van Buren’s Career
You’ll Always Be An Eagle, Donovan McNabb
Thanks For the Memories: The 10 Best Moments of Donovan McNabb’s Career
Brian Westbrook: 8 Seasons, 2 Pro Bowls, and a Million Memories
Eagles Lose Brian Dawkins to Broncos: Thanks for the Memories, Weapon X
Former Philadelphia Eagles Safety Brian Dawkins Calls it Quits After 16 Seasons
Why Kurt Warner is America’s Perfect Role Model
Interviews:
Sean McDermott, Defensive Coordinator
Brian Rolle, Linebacker
Philadelphia Sports:
The 10 Most Memorable Quotes in Philadelphia Sports History
My 20 Greatest Moments as a Philadelphia Sports Fan
Philadelphia Fans: Why Do We Boo? Because We Care
NATIONAL FOOTBALL LEAGUE:
2012 Offseason:
Kevin Kolb is Most Overpaid Athlete in Professional Sports
Six Factors That Make a 4th Quarter Comeback Impressive
2011 NFL Season:
Comparing Kevin Kolb’s Contract With Chris Johnson’s Contract
Washington Redskins Give Up On Season By Naming Rex Grossman Starting Quarterback
Peyton Manning Consecutive Game Streak Ends at 208
Aaron Rodgers: NFL’s First Quarter MVP
Darrelle Revis Turning in Greatest Season by CB in NFL History
8 Ways Giants-Patriots Game Was Extremely Similar to Super Bowl XLII
David Akers Enjoying Record Season
Predicting Entire 2011 Postseason
The 10 Biggest NFL Storylines Heading Into Week 17
Alex Smith to Vernon Davis: The Catch II
The 17 Best Players in the Divisional Playoffs
Terrell Owens Signed in World Football League
Giants Prove That Regular Season Success Means Nothing in Postseason
Biggest Postseason Blunder: Kyle Williams, Billy Cundiff, Lee Evans?
10 Predictions for Giants-Patriots Super Bowl
Deja Blue: Giants Stun Patriots in Super Bowl XLVI
Where Does Eli Manning Rank Among NFL’s Best QBs?
Is Eli Manning Now a Hall of Fame QB?
Why NFL Teams Should (Almost) Never Draft a Running Back in the 1st Round
2011 Offseason:
Should More Assistant Coaches Be Elected to the Pro Football Hall of Fame?
Is Ronde Barber a Hall of Famer?
The 20 Must See NFL Games of the 2011 Season
Is Aaron Rodgers the Best Quarterback in the NFL?
Will Brett Favre Be Peyton Manning’s Backup?
2010 Season:
Why Vince Young is My Favorite Non-Eagles Player in NFL History
Peyton Manning is NFL MVP Through First Half of 2010 Season
The 5 Worst Moments of the 2010 Dallas Cowboys Season
Will Donovan McNabb’s Second Benching Be Like His First?
Donovan McNabb’s Contract Will Be a Mistake
Week 14: Top 10 MVP Candidates in 2010
Week 15: Top 10 MVP Candidates in 2010
Why I Am Offended By the Washington Redskins Benching Donovan McNabb
How to Improve the NFL MVP Award
Wild-Card Round Recap
Comparing Tom Brady’s 2010 Season With His 2007 Season
Leave Jay Cutler Alone: If He Says He Was Too Hurt to Play, Believe Him
Is Winner of the Steelers-Packers Super Bowl the Most Successful Franchise in NFL History?
Should the Most Valuable Player Award Include the Postseason?
The 10 Biggest Stories of the 2010 NFL Season:
1. Concussions, Fines, & Suspensions
2. The Michael Vick Redemption Story
3. NFC West Mediocrity
4. Brett Favre Texting Scandal
5. Brett Favre Consecutive Games Played Streak Ends
6. Randy Moss Saga
7. Donovan McNabb Benched (Twice)
8. Super Bowl Contending Dallas Cowboys Start 1-7
9. Ben Roethlisberger Suspended
10. Collapse of the Metrodome Roof
2008 Season:
50 Useless Facts About the 2008 NFL Season
The Ultimate NFL Player From Head to Toe
Tim Tebow:
Tim Tebow Releases New Autobiography
Tim Tebow Leads Late Comeback Against Miami Dolphins
Tim Tebow Leads Elway-Like Drive to Beat Jets
Tebowing Added to English Language
High School Players Suspended for Tebowing
Tebow Dog Busts Druggie In Airport
Tim Tebow Named Most Popular QB
Tim Tebow Goes “John 316″ On Pittsburgh Steelers in Wild-Card Round
Tim Tebow Sets Twitter Record
Stadium Halo Appears After Tim Tebow Playoff Victory Against Pittsburgh
Tim Tebow Voted America’s Most Popular Athlete
Tim Tebow Mentioned 160 Times in ESPN’s One-Hour Special
Tim Tebow Collects One Million if Denver Wins Super Bowl
Josh McDaniels Facing Win-Win vs Tim Tebow in Divisional Playoffs
Tim Tebow Played Through Intense Pain vs New England
Tim Tebow Asked to Cover Conference Championship Games
Tim Tebow Traded From Broncos to Jets
Tim Tebow Wins ESPY for Best Sports Moment
Tim Tebow Recruiting Olympic Sprinter Jeff Demps
Tim Tebow Competing With Peyton Manning for Top Selling NFL Jersey
Eagles Central Named 2010 Blog of the Year
NFL History, Lists:
The 10 Greatest Quarterback Seasons in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Postseason Quarterbacks in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Quarterbacks in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Game Winning Drives in NFL Postseason History
The 10 Most Clutch Quarterbacks in NFL History
The 10 Worst Quarterback Performances in Super Bowl History
The 10 Greatest Running Back Seasons in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Seasons By a Wide Receiver in NFL History
The 10 Biggest Game-Changing Defensive Players in the History of the NFL
The 10 Greatest Seasons By a Defensive Player in NFL History
The 10 Best Single Game Performances in NFL Postseason History
The 10 Most Costly Turnovers in NFL Postseason History
The 10 Best Single Season Teams Who Did Not Win the Super Bowl
The 10 Greatest Postseason Games of the 2000s
The 10 Most Passionate Fan Bases in the NFL
The 17 Most Magical Fairy Tale Seasons in NFL History
The 20 Greatest Catches in Football History (Video)
The 20 Most Unbreakable Records in Sports History
The 25 Most Unbreakable Records in NFL History
The 27 NFL Skill Position Players Who Ended Their Career With the Wrong Team
The 32 Most Intimidating Players in NFL History
Ranking All 32 Fan Bases in the National Football League
The 32 Best Quarterbacks in the National Football League (February 2009)
The 32 Best Quarterbacks in the National Football League (February 2010)
Heart of a Champion: The 40 Toughest Players in NFL History
Ranking All 43 Super Bowls in History
The Top 44 “And the Crowd Goes Wild” Moments in NFL History
The 50 Greatest NFL Players Who Never Were
Ranking All 75 Number One Overall Draft Picks in NFL History
NFL History:
Why Jerry Rice is NOT the Greatest Wide Receiver in NFL History
The Greatest Show On Turf: The Dynasty That Never Was
Could Steve Young Actually Be Better Than Joe Montana?
Why Aaron Rodgers Will Be a Top 10 Quarterback in NFL History
Why Kurt Warner is Not a Hall of Famer
Why Sterling Sharpe Was An Injury Away From Being the Next Jerry Rice
Terrell Davis: The Greatest Postseason Performer in NFL History
Quietly Spectacular: Why Ken Anderson Deserves to be in the Hall of Fame
How Important is Defensive Support to a Quarterback in the Postseason?
Brett Favre: Mr. Overrated
One for the Ages: Sid Luckman’s 1943 NFL Championship Game
Where Have You Gone, Lawrence Taylor?
Bo Jackson: What Could Have Been?
Heart of a Champion: The Story of Rocky Bleier
Hines Ward: The Epitome of a Perfect Football Player
Could the Best College Football Team Beat the Worst NFL Team?
Could the A-11 Formation be the Future of the NFL?
Random Sports:
The Big Five: The 5 Most Recognizable Athletes in Sports History
The 10 Absolute Worst Types of Sports Fans
Which is More Important: the Role of the Closer or the Kicker?
Young vs Leinart: The Greatest Game Ever Played
The Greatest Athlete You’ve Never Heard Of
Heart of a Champion: The Story of Kyle Maynard
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES:
2012 Season:
Phillies Lose to Braves 15-13 in Wildest Game of the Season
Carlos Ruiz Enjoying MVP Caliber Season
Why the Phillies Should Not Sign Roy Oswalt
Kyle Kendrick Blossoming Into Quality Pitcher
Phillies Will Survive Despite Losing Roy Halladay
Phillies Should Bring Tyler Cloyd to Pitching Rotation
Re-Signing Cole Hamels: The Positives
Re-Signing Cole Hamels: The Negatives
Re-Signing Cole Hamels: The Decision
Lost Season: Phillies Should Bring Dom Brown to Major Leagues
Jonathan Papelbon: $50 Million Mistake
Is Cole Hamels Worth More Than Matt Cain?
Could Catcher Erik Kratz Have Saved Season With Late Game Heroics?
How Victorino & Pence Trades Affect Immediate Future
Phillies Should Regret 2011 Trade for Hunter Pence
2011 Offseason:
2012 Phillies Will Be Judged Solely By Postseason Results
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Roy Halladay, #1
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Cole Hamels, #2
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Cliff Lee, #3
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Jimmy Rollins, #4
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Shane Victorino, #5
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Chase Utley, #6
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Hunter Pence, #7
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: John Mayberry Jr, #8
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Vance Worley, #9
Most Valuable Players on 2012 Phillies: Antonio Bastardo, #10
2011 Season:
Remembering Legendary Phillies Announcer Harry Kalas
Are the Philadelphia Phillies the Best Team in Baseball?
Why Roy Oswalt is the Most Consistent Phillies Pitcher
Is Antonio Bastardo the Closer of the Future for the Phillies?
Is Raul Ibanez Having the Worst Year of Any Starter in Baseball?
The 5 Biggest Home Runs in Ryan Howard’s Career
Is Cliff Lee Worth His Enormous Contract?
Why the Phillies Are Destined for Failure in the Postseason
Wilson Valdez Winning Pitcher for Phillies in 19-Inning Thriller
Celebrating the One-Year Anniversary of Roy Halladay’s Perfect Game
Why Cole Hamels Has Been the Best Pitcher On the 2011 Phillies
Why is Chase Utley So Much More Popular in Philly Than Ryan Howard?
Pitching Should Be Enough for the Phillies to Coast to a Division Title
Five Right Handed Hitters the Phillies Could Acquire at the Trade Deadline
A Complete Analysis of the Phillies’ Midseason Trades From 2007 to 2010
The 5 Biggest Individual Pitching Accomplishments for the 2011 Phillies
The 5 Biggest Surprise Players for the 2011 Phillies
10 Bold Predictions for Second Half of 2011 Season
Who Should Phillies Trade For: Carlos Beltran, Heath Bell, Hunter Pence?
Phillies Lose Wild Controversial Game Against Marlins in 14 Innings
Phillies Set Franchise Record With 102nd Victory
2011 Phillies Crush 1980 Phillies in Simulation
Phillies’ Season Becomes More Humilating With Cardinals’ World Series Title
2010 Season:
15 Predictions for the 2010 Philadelphia Phillies
H20 Leads Phillies to Fourth Straight Division Title
2008 Season:
Why Ryan Howard Should Absolutely Be the National League MVP
History:
The 40 Greatest Philadelphia Phillies Moments of the Charlie Manuel Era
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL:
2012 Season:
Orioles Defeat Red Sox 9-6 in 17 Innings
Complete April Awards
Adam Dunn Having Historic Three-True Season
Ernesto Frieri Recording Historic Season
Complete May Awards
Are Perfect Games Losing Their Luster?
The 10 Most Disappointing Players of the First Half of the 2012 Season
Bryce Harper: Attitude Problem? Clown Question, Bro
Reds Prospect Billy Hamilton Attempting Single-Season Steals Record
Should Barry Bonds End Up in the Hall of Fame?
Predicting Last 1/3 of MLB Season
2011 Season:
Midseason Awards: American League & National League MVP
Midseason Awards: American League Cy Young
Midseason Awards: National League Cy Young
Is Adam Dunn Having the Worst Hitting Season in MLB History?
The Top 5 Candidates for National League Cy Young Award
Justin Verlander Making Case for AL MVP Award
Braves and Red Sox Complete Historic Late Season Collapses
Evan Longoria’s Home Run Ranks as Greatest Regular Season HR in AL History
Albert Pujols’ Epic Postseason Helping Contract Situation
Epic Game 6 Leads to World Series Game 7
Cardinals Capture 11th World Championship
2010 Season:
Addressing the Case of 15 Maybes for the Baseball Hall of Fame
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Above is a list of about 600 of my articles that I thought were worth reading. Below is a list of my 42 favorite (yes, they’re repeats from above).
PHILADELPHIA EAGLES:
50 Years and No Championship But What If… Andy Reid Called a Balanced Run-Pass Ratio in Super Bowl XXXIX
The Best of the Best in the Andy Reid Era: The Rocky Balboa Award
The Best of the Best in the Andy Reid Era: Most Underrated Moment
The #2 Most Memorable Moment of the 2010 Eagles Season: Miracle at the New Meadowlands
Comparing the 3 Miracles at the Meadowlands
Comparing the 3 Greatest Quarters in the Andy Reid Era
Always a Weapon, Never a Quarterback: How Michael Vick Has Transformed Into One of the NFL’s Best QBs
Remembering the Biggest, Baddest, Most Legendary Hit in Eagles History: Chuck Bednarik Hits Frank Gifford
Everything You Need to Know About the 1960 Eagles
44-6: The Sunday of Miracles
The 10 Most Valuable Players on Eagles: Keeper League Edition
The Answer: Where I Think Kevin Kolb Will Play in 2011
Why Asante Samuel Was the NFL’s Best Cornerback in 2010
Why the 2002 Draft Was the Best of Andy Reid’s Career
Thanks For the Memories: The 10 Best Moments of Donovan McNabb’s Career
My Interview With Sean McDermott, Defensive Coordinator
PHILADELPHIA PHILLIES:
The 40 Greatest Philadelphia Phillies Moments of the Charlie Manuel Era
NFL:
Six Factors That Make a Fourth Quarter Comeback Impressive
Why NFL Teams Should (Almost) Never Draft a Running Back in the 1st Round
Comparing Tom Brady’s 2010 Season With His 2007 Season
Is Winner of the Steelers-Packers Super Bowl the Most Successful Franchise in NFL History?
Tim Tebow Goes “John 316″ On Pittsburgh Steelers in Wild-Card Round
Biggest Stories of the 2010 NFL Season, #8: Super Bowl Contending Dallas Cowboys Start 1-7
NFL HISTORY:
The 10 Greatest Quarterback Seasons in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Postseason Quarterbacks in NFL History
The 10 Greatest Game Winning Drives in NFL Postseason History
The 10 Best Single Game Performances in NFL Postseason History
The 10 Most Costly Turnovers in NFL Postseason History
The 20 Greatest Catches in Football History (Video)
Heart of a Champion: The 40 Toughest Players in NFL History
Ranking All 43 Super Bowls in History
Ranking All 75 Number One Overall Draft Picks in NFL History
Why Jerry Rice is NOT the Greatest Wide Receiver in NFL History
The Greatest Show On Turf: The Dynasty That Never Was
Could Steve Young Actually Be Better Than Joe Montana?
Why Aaron Rodgers Will Be a Top 10 Quarterback in NFL History
Why Kurt Warner is Not a Hall of Famer
Why Sterling Sharpe Was An Injury Away From Being the Next Jerry Rice
How Important is Defensive Support to a Quarterback in the Postseason?
Brett Favre: Mr. Overrated
Heart of a Champion: The Story of Rocky Bleier
OTHER:
The Big Five: The 5 Most Recognizable Athletes in Sports History
The 10 Absolute Worst Types of Sports Fans
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