When an NFL team’s season comes to an end, be that after Week 18 or as Super Bowl champions, teams are afforded an opportunity to sign their practice squad players to futures deals. These contracts, which are usually for the minimum-salary with little to no guaranteed money, keep a player around into the next season and […] Philadelphia Eagles: No futures contract for John … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles: No futures contract for John Hightower
Philadelphia Eagles Rumor: Brandon Brooks could retire this offseason
The 2021 NFL season is over, at least for the Philadelphia Eagles. What does that mean for fans of the team? You guessed it; it’s time for futures contracts (more on that here), speculation, and some good old-fashioned rumors too. The first big rumor, to my knowledge at least, revolves around Brandon Brooks, the oft-injured guard […] Philadelphia Eagles Rumor: Brandon Brooks … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles Rumor: Brandon Brooks could retire this offseason
Philadelphia 76ers: James Harden hangs over a Ben Simmons trade
On Monday’s iteration of NBA Today, ESPN Senior writer Ramona Shelbourne let it be known that Ben Simmons was willing to sit out the entire 2021-22 season with the Philadelphia 76ers if a trade wasn’t made by the deadline. Surprising? Sort of, but not totally unexpected, as there has been basically no traction towards a […] Philadelphia 76ers: James Harden hangs over a Ben … [Read more...] about Philadelphia 76ers: James Harden hangs over a Ben Simmons trade
Philadelphia Eagles: Vic Fangio is an upgrade over Jonathan Gannon
Breaking news: Today, Jonathan Gannon is still the Philadelphia Eagles‘ defensive coordinator. I know, I know, halt the presses, a coach is still employed one day removed from making his playoff debut as a defensive coordinator; who would have guessed? But tomorrow? Maybe the Eagles will be in the market for a new defensive head […] Philadelphia Eagles: Vic Fangio is an upgrade … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles: Vic Fangio is an upgrade over Jonathan Gannon
Philadelphia 76ers: Georges Niang is a perfect complementary piece
Cultivating a successful aquarium takes time, effort, and planning. After spending some time building up a rich ecosystem of ornaments, rocks, and water with the correct pH level, one can slowly start to build out a successful tank, typically with a showcase centerpiece and complementary fish around them to create a compelling aquarium. Can those […] Philadelphia 76ers: Georges … [Read more...] about Philadelphia 76ers: Georges Niang is a perfect complementary piece
Ultimately, the Philadelphia Eagles just aren’t there yet
The Philadelphia Eagles just aren’t there yet. Sure, they can win games, run on (almost) everyone, and show flashes of greatness depending on the day, but when push comes to shove, and the Eagles needed to pull a rabbit out of their hat, they just can’t overcome a better foe solely committed to securing in […] Ultimately, the Philadelphia Eagles just aren’t there yet - Section … [Read more...] about Ultimately, the Philadelphia Eagles just aren’t there yet
Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Reagor’s window in Philly is effectively closed
It’s easy to overreach after a tough loss. Whether a win was expected, a wash, or downright unlikely, watching a beloved team end up on the wrong side of the final boxscore can lead to some seriously unhinged reactions. Jalen Hurts is a bust, Nick Sirianni is a lousy coach, even Darius Slay was called […] Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Reagor’s window in Philly is effectively … [Read more...] about Philadelphia Eagles: Jalen Reagor’s window in Philly is effectively closed
Would the Philadelphia 76ers trade Shake Milton for Kenrich Williams?
The Philadelphia 76ers find themselves in a tricky situation. No, not because of the Ben Simmons situation, the lack of superstar players asking for their way out, or even because of their multiple bouts with COVID. The Sixers are in a tricky situation because Shake Milton is reportedly out for the foreseeable future with no […] Would the Philadelphia 76ers trade Shake Milton … [Read more...] about Would the Philadelphia 76ers trade Shake Milton for Kenrich Williams?
Joel Embiid changes the math for the Philadelphia 76ers
The Miami Heat have a lot of talent. They have Villanova’s own Kyle Lowry, a championship-winning head coach, and Jimmy Butler, who will forever be one of the biggest “what ifs” in Philadelphia history. Factor in some hyped up shooters in Tyler Herro/Duncan Robinson, the NBA’s best glue-guy/sneakerhead in P.J. Tucker, and a seemingly always […] Joel Embiid changes the math for … [Read more...] about Joel Embiid changes the math for the Philadelphia 76ers