eball Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 I'm not suggesting why it won't go through, seems most people are pretty sure it is going through.. just curious what's going on in addition to the Kiko - McCoy swap... whether it's contract, or are there picks involved, etc. Apparently the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Wagon are arranging a visit for McCoy so he can learn that Buffalo is (a) in the same time zone as Philadelphia and (b) the homes available for purchase come with gas heat. They will also be driving him directly across the state line so McCoy can see for himself that Pennsylvania and New York are connected and he has not been traded to a foreign country.
rsxfirefighter Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 I'm not suggesting why it won't go through, seems most people are pretty sure it is going through.. just curious what's going on in addition to the Kiko - McCoy swap... whether it's contract, or are there picks involved, etc. I read that this trade is pending Kiko passing a Philly physical. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that Kiko ending the year on IR/PUP and he technically cant be traded until the new league year due to CBA or something. (Purely my speculation)
Chuck Wagon Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Apparently the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Wagon are arranging a visit for McCoy so he can learn that Buffalo is (a) in the same time zone as Philadelphia and (b) the homes available for purchase come with gas heat. They will also be driving him directly across the state line so McCoy can see for himself that Pennsylvania and New York are connected and he has not been traded to a foreign country. That's pretty good. He chose to go to Pitt, which is 3 1/2 hours away from his hometown of Harrisburg. I get playing HS, College and NFL in the same state and it's a cool story, but Buffalo is only 5 1/2 hours away from his hometown.
What a Tuel Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Apparently the Buffalo Chamber of Commerce and Welcome Wagon are arranging a visit for McCoy so he can learn that Buffalo is (a) in the same time zone as Philadelphia and (b) the homes available for purchase come with gas heat. They will also be driving him directly across the state line so McCoy can see for himself that Pennsylvania and New York are connected and he has not been traded to a foreign country. Nice. As if Philly isn't cold and doesn't get snow.
mikemac2001 Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Player for player trades can't be announced until Tuesday Player for picks can be announced now Makes sense
Chuck Wagon Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Nice. As if Philly isn't cold and doesn't get snow. The one that gets me is "used to playing for the playoffs". Over the last 4 years the Eagles have missed the playoffs 3 of them.
Lurker Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 For those who say Shady's in decline, here's SI's take on his reduced production: In 2013 he led the NFL in carries (314) and rushing yards (1,607), following that up with a 312-carry, 1,319-yard season in 2014 despite a series of injuries that left Philadelphia's offensive line in shambles. http://www.si.com/nfl/2015/03/03/eagles-trade-lesean-mccoy-bills-kiko-alonso-chip-kelly-rex-ryan Also, Philly had QB issues which allowed defenses to focus more on McCoy in 2014. He had 1,100+ yards in his last 12 games (96 yards per game, 4.6 per carry). If he can simply match that in Buffalo, we come out way ahead IMO....
YoloinOhio Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 The one that gets me is "used to playing for the playoffs". Over the last 4 years the Eagles have missed the playoffs 3 of them. But that one playoff loss was awesome!
What a Tuel Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 The one that gets me is "used to playing for the playoffs". Over the last 4 years the Eagles have missed the playoffs 3 of them. Yeah I saw that too. I guess they mean in contention? But we were in contention for the playoffs last year. I guess we just aren't relevant enough for him to notice that. We just need to break this drought and get rid of the stigma of being playoff-less team.
Dorkington Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 No picks involved. Reportedly the Bills are working on the contract to lessen cap hit and increase his guaranteed $. Also, WGR said a well placed source with Bills said they do not have any worries about him reporting or otherwise. Yes- Kiko will need to pass the physical. I'm sure Dr. Chip will put on his trainer hat to ensure it goes well. Answers my questions
mikemac2001 Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Player for player trades can't be announced until Tuesday Player for picks can be announced now Makes sense Pretty sure why it hasn't been announced
Dorkington Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Player for player trades can't be announced until Tuesday Player for picks can be announced now Makes sense If true, this I did not know.
Direhard Fan Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 ACL 2nd time? Good trade. Lets get Hughs now. Think EJ will start and run-run-run.
dave mcbride Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 But that one playoff loss was awesome! the first two seasons were left out of that calculus. He has made the playoffs 3 times in 6 seasons - 50 percent of the time. The Eagles lost all three, but two of those losses (in 2010 and 2013) came down to the last play of the game. In his 6 years with the Eagles, they had one losing season and had double digit wins 4 times. So yes, he's used to playing in games that matter in late December.
Beerball Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 In consecutive years we trade our most productive WR and our best LBer for two undersized speed running backs from the Eagles. Is Whaley secretly working for the Eagles? please, for your own sake stop
CountryCletus Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 So you are completely disregarding Whaley's established track record of finding LBs, and instead projecting the failings of past GMs going as far back as Tom Donahoe onto him. Ok. Great argument you are making here... You can be pissed if you want. I'll trust that Whaley and Rex Ryan know how to identify LB talent. I'm going to give a shout out to the scouting department as well as Whaley for the LB finds...
Beerball Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 I'm going to give a shout out to the scouting department as well as Whaley for the LB finds... Nice to have you back around CC. Next time drag that no good for nothing along with you.
Hapless Bills Fan Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 That's pretty good. He chose to go to Pitt, which is 3 1/2 hours away from his hometown of Harrisburg. I get playing HS, College and NFL in the same state and it's a cool story, but Buffalo is only 5 1/2 hours away from his hometown. Shorter drive from Harrisburg to B'lo than from Philly to Pittsburgh
CountryCletus Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Nice to have you back around CC. Next time drag that no good for nothing along with you. Thanks bud! Nice to be back.... Who do you want me to drag along with me? Lol
Deranged Rhino Posted March 4, 2015 Posted March 4, 2015 Thanks bud! Nice to be back.... Who do you want me to drag along with me? Lol Preferably Jerry Hughe$... Can you work on that?
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