Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Reviewing the Cowboys Game

The game against the Cowboys was disappointing but not discouraging. The Eagles can play with anybody, and there are a whole lot of positives to take away from this.

THE GOOD:
  • McNabb looked awesome. This was a good a game as he has played as an Eagle. He got rid of the ball on time, moved well in the pocket, threw a tremendous deep ball, and he was poised in the pocket.
  • Westbrook was Westbrook. Caught the ball well, ran the ball hard, and finished runs.
  • The O-Line gave McNabb great protection, and man-handled the Cowboy front for most of the game.
  • Max Jean-Gilles was very solid for Andrews when he went down.
  • The Run defense was outstanding. 68 yards on the ground for Barber and Jones against what is touted as a very good o-line.
  • Quentin Mikell is getting better. He was making plays on the line of scrimmage. He is turning into a very good strong safety.
  • DeSean Jackson seems that he is a legit number 1 receiver. Back to back 100 yard games is impressive.

The Bad:

  • Pass Rush. My goodness!! Give any NFL QB that mush time and they will pick you apart. I am surprised the Eagles didn't dial up more blitzes to bring pressure, but I guess they felt the Cowboys would be ready for that. We need someone other than Cole to rush the passer. Cost us the game.
  • McNabb-Westbrook fumbling twice on hand-offs. Can't happen!
  • Dropped Balls. To many!
  • Pass Rush - did I mention it cost us the game!
  • Brian Dawkins. I love Weapon X, but he was beat twice for TDs and a couple more times for first downs. He is better than that.
  • Andy Reid - Why not challenge the DeSean Jackson catch and fumble on the first drive?

The Ugly:

  • DeSean Jackson - C'mon! Get in the end zone first! Apparently he had a similar incident in high school. Why?? He has the skills, but will he be another T.O. in attitude? I hope not!
  • The Pass Rush - IT COST US THE GAME!!!!

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