Daily Archives: August 8, 2011

McCoy Stepping Up On and Off the Field

Posted on August 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

One of the most impressive players at camp this year has been LeSean McCoy, the third year back who had a breakout season last year.

But while McCoy has been impressive on the field, he has been equally impressive off it.

LeSean McCoy is having a great camp

This is the 2nd season McCoy has entered camp as the starter. After having a year to adjust to the rigors of being an “3 down” NFL running back, McCoy has been able to be more vocal with his teammates. At practice, he is constantly helping other running backs, giving them tips and showing them out to run certain routes to improve their game.

It is not just the players McCoy has been talking to. At Mondays practice, McCoy spent about ten minutes talking with defensive coordinator Juan Castillo. The two talked about things they were seeing from the other side of the ball. When asked today about how DeSean Jackson missing has effected the team, his maturity once again shown through.

On the field, McCoy has been arguably the most impressive player on the field. While Vick has been very sharp and done a better job picking up the blitz, McCoy has been unstoppable nearly every time he touches the ball. His lightning quick speed has been on display, and he is making cuts that will make him a nightmare for opposing defensive coordinators. It is not unusual to see McCoy take a ball the distance in practice 3 or 4 times.

Last year, McCoy cemented himself as the best running back in the NFC East. If he is able to play like he is during camp consistently throughout the season, he may soon be talked about as one of the best in the game.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in Eagles, lesean mccoy

DeSean: ” I want to be an Eagle”

Posted on August 8, 2011 | Leave a comment

As DeSean Jackson watched on the sideline during the afternoon practice, Eagles GM Howie Roseman approached him and the two fist bumped.

It was tense to say the least.

Their is no hiding the fact that DeSean Jackson wants a new contract. His teammates ask about it, Eagle players ask media members if he has one, and the fans yell down from the bleachers begging the Eagles to give him one.

Jackson came one step closer to that contract by reporting to Lehigh today, a step he had to take in order to begin the negotiation process. Speaking to the media afterwards, Jackson said that while everyone might not agree with the holdout, its something he had to do.

“It’s really just about me wanting to step up and be a man about everything,” said Jackson. ” A lot of people can say negative things, but until somebody really goes through that and really is able to see how I feel. At the end of the day I have to be a professional.”

Professional is one thing that Jackson has been about the contract situation. Say what you want about the hold out, but their is no question that while he is with the Eagles, Jackson has handled the situation as good as can be. Jackson has wanted a contract since last year, and held it together. Now that he is at camp, Jackson says he will continue to do the same.

“I can’t cry about it, I can’t moan about it,’ said Jackson. “I’m here to play for the Philadelphia Eagles. I have a year under my contract. Hopefully something can work out. I think everything will. I’m just ready to get going.”

How the negotiations are going? Jackson refused to get into the details, but his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, was at practice- but was ushered off into the stands by the Eagles, who do not allow agents at practice.

As Rosenhaud paced back and forth in the stands on his cell phone, the good mood between Jackson and the players could not help be over shadowed by his agent lurking off in the distance. No matter how much Jackson smiles and says he is ok, the fact is it will be a distraction until Jackson gets a new deal.

When, and how much, that will be however, is anyone’s guess.

→ Leave a comment

Posted in DeSean Jackson, Eagles