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Title: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Rome on September 05, 2005, 08:48:12 AM
QuoteSEVEN SIGNED TO PRACTICE SQUAD 


September 5, 2005

By CHRIS McPHERSON


The Eagles signed seven players to their practice squad Monday morning. Six of the seven players were with the team during training camp.

Those six players were wide receiver Michael Gasperson, center Jamaal Jackson, defensive tackle Keyonta Marshall, cornerback/wide receiver Robert Redd, tight end Andy Thorn and guard Scott Young.

The lone person signed to the practice squad that was not with the team was defensive end Alonzo Jackson. The 6-4, 268-pound Jackson played in nine games over the last two seasons after being drafted by Pittsburgh in the second round in 2003.

Before playing in Pittsburgh, Jackson, a native of Americus, Ga., had 23 sacks during his college career at Florida State.

The practice squad allows players who did not make the 53-man roster to practice and participate in the meetings to develop their skills. Any player on the practice squad is technically a free agent and can be signed by another team at any other time.

Fullback Josh Parry and linebackers Jason Short and Mike Labinjo are former practice squad players who have moved up to the 53-man active roster.

Woot!
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Beermonkey on September 05, 2005, 08:54:54 AM
No real surprises but I was hoping to see them keep Martin Patterson on the PS. He was raw but looked like he could have some potential.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Rome on September 05, 2005, 08:59:45 AM
Maybe he was claimed or is in the process of being signed by another team?
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: bobbyinlondon on September 05, 2005, 09:11:16 AM
Does anyone know the rules on PS eligibility? I'm suprised that a 2003 2nd round pick would have PS eligibility remaining. In another surprise, no QB.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 05, 2005, 09:15:14 AM
Bye Bye Bruce (http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/homeNewsDetail.jsp?id=34183)

I hope he clears waivers, and can get on the practice squad, but I have the feeling someones gonna' pick him up. He had a good pre-season, except for the one fumble he was pretty productive.

Now I have to find another player to sponsor. :(
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 05, 2005, 09:26:46 AM
I don't see Bruce Perry having a problem getting through waivers.  He's really not that good.

Alonzo Jackson is an interesting pick-up.  No problems with them taking a "flyer" on him.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 05, 2005, 09:53:08 AM
Other than injuries, what have you seen that makes you think that?
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Larry on September 05, 2005, 10:52:01 AM
To Steeler fans, Alonzo Jackson was to them what Simoneau is to many of us.   :paranoid :-D
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 05, 2005, 01:03:33 PM
One team's Simoneau is another team's Nate Wayne.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: General_Failure on September 05, 2005, 01:19:52 PM
Yeah, but Nate Wayne actually got cut this year.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 05, 2005, 01:25:23 PM
Quote from: General_Failure on September 05, 2005, 01:19:52 PM
Yeah, but Nate Wayne actually got cut this year.

Simoneau will be there by the time he's Wayne's age, too.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: General_Failure on September 05, 2005, 01:29:57 PM
Who knows how long that'll take.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: MURP on September 05, 2005, 02:19:12 PM
some Alonzo Jackson info:

link (http://scout.scout.com/a.z%20118&p=8&c=1&nid=1822264)


QuoteBiography:
2004 - Pittsburgh:
2003: Jackson was active for only the first two regular season games. Many will be watching him at 2004 summer camp to see if the former college defensive end has made the transition to outside linebacker for his second year with the Steelers.

With their second pick of the 2003 draft, the Steelers decided to improve their pass rush as well as bring in a new 3-4 'tweener to groom for the OLB position, so they drafted Florida State's Alonzo Jackson. The Steelers liked Jackson's quickness on the field, speed rushing the edge, and vertical-leap ability and long arms to block passes.

At Florida State, Alonzo was a 2-year starter who earned a second team All-Conference selection his senior year with 42 tackles (18.5 for loss) and 13 sacks. His 23 sacks rank fifth on the school's career list. Only Darnell Dockett (47, 2000-02) and Ron Simmons (44, 1977-80) had more tackles for losses in FSU annals.

2003 - Pittsburgh:
With their second pick of the 2003 draft, the Steelers decided to improve their pass rush as well as bring in a new 3-4 'tweener to groom for the OLB position, so they drafted Florida State's Alonzo Jackson. The Steelers liked Jackson's quickness on the field, speed rushing the edge, and vertical-leap ability and long arms to block passes.

At Florida State, Alonzo was a 2-year starter who earned a second team All-Conference selection his senior year with 42 tackles (18.5 for loss) and 13 sacks. His 23 sacks rank fifth on the school's career list. Only Darnell Dockett (47, 2000-02) and Ron Simmons (44, 1977-80) had more tackles for losses in FSU annals.

2002 - Florida State:
Quick, explosive and a little undersized; the main characteristics of a Florida State defensive end and just what Alonzo Jackson is. Though he still has a ways to go before being considered a complete lineman Jackson has the penchant for making plays behind the line of scrimmage, which teams covet come draft day.

(2002) At Florida State: Enters his senior campaign as the most effective pass rusher at defensive end and one of the team leaders... will start at left defensive end for the second-straight season and is one of four returning starters along the defensive front... led the team last season in sacks with five despite missing two games... had an outstanding spring highlighted by recording six tackles and three sacks in the Garnet and Gold game... earned the Hinesman Award as the most dominant player in the spring and was named the most dependable defensive end by the coaches.

High School: A standout defensive line prospect from the state of Georgia... a USA Today Honorable Mention All-American... selected as a SuperPrep All-American after playing both offense and defense in high school... a first-team Class 2A all-state selection... ranked the No. 24 defensive lineman in the nation by SuperPrep and the No. 25 prospect by Dixie... rated the No. 110 player in the Southeast by Tom Lemming... member of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Super Southern 100 and Top 50 in Georgia... recorded 116 tackles, 16 sacks and three blocked kicks as a senior... selected FSU over Georgia and Florida.

Personal: Majoring in sociology... born September 15, 1980.




link (http://www.nflplayers.com/players/player.aspx?id=34626)


QuotePro Career

2003: Jackson made the transition from defensive end to outside linebacker in the Steelers' 3-4 defense...showed flashes of excellence during the latter part of the preseason...was inactive for the final 14 games of the season after dressing for the first two.


College Career

Played defensive end in college...Tall, with a lean and solid build...Shows a good burst and power off the snap to put pressure on the quarterback...Quick to read and react to the plays...Has above average hand usage, doing a very nice job to pull, jerk and keep blockers off his body... Shows good rip moves and the lateral agility to work his way down the line...Chases hard from the backside and extends his arms properly to wrap and secure the ball carrier...Has a wide leg base which allows him to maintain proper balance...Plays with an explosive burst coming off the edge...Displays the top-end speed to get upfield instantly and string the plays wide...Emerged as one of the best edge rushers in college football the last two years...Wreaked havoc in the opposing backfield on a weekly basis...Recorded 125 tackles (72 solos) with 23 quarterback sacks and 33 stops behind the line of scrimmage during his career...His 23 sacks rank fifth on the school's career-record list...Only Darnell Dockett (47, 2000-02) and Ron Simmons (44, 1977-80) had more tackles for losses in FSU annals.

Personal Bio

Attended Americus (Ga.) High...A standout defensive line prospect and USA Today honorable mention All-American...Super Prep All-American after playing both offense and defense...First-team Class 2A All-State selection...Ranked the No. 24 defensive lineman in the nation by SuperPrep and the No. 25 prospect by Dixie...Rated the No. 110 player in the Southeast by Tom Lemming...Member of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution's Super Southern 100 and Top 50 in Georgia...Recorded 116 tackles, 16 sacks and three blocked kicks as a senior. Sociology major...Born 9/15/80...Resides in Americus, Georgia.



SI predraft scout crap (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/football/2003/draft/players/6774.html)


QuoteALONZO JACKSON
Position: DE
Class: Sr
School: Florida St.
Conference: ACC
Ht., Wt.: 6'4, 266
40 Time: 4.83
Grade: 3.52

Selected by Pittsburgh Steelers
Round 2, pick 27 (59 overall)
BIO: Two-year starter and second team All-Conference selection as a senior after posting 42 tackles and leading the team with 18 1/2 tackles for loss and 13 sacks. Also intercepted 1 pass and broke up three more. All ACC Honorable Mention as a junior after 33-8-5.

POSITIVES: Athletic, fluid defender who may be best standing up over tackle. Breaks down well, plays with leverage and rarely off his feet. Rushes the edge with speed, displays good body lean and keeps his feet driving up the field. Smooth changing direction, slides off blocks laterally and displays a good inside move.

NEGATIVES: Lacks strength at the point of attack, handled by a single blocker and not effective defending the run. Performed woefully on the bench-press at the Combine.

ANALYSIS: Probably best at outside linebacker in a 3-4 alignment but with the recent history of undersized Seminole ends non-performing in the NFL, his potential at the next level is worrisome.
   :-D

PROJECTION: Early Fifth Round


(http://scores.tbo.com/images/football/nfl/draft/2003/DRAFT-JACKSON.jpg)
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Larry on September 05, 2005, 02:24:33 PM
S'more......

Quote11. Alonzo Jackson, Florida State (6-4, 266)

Had a complete workout at the Combine with a 37-inch vertical jump,
9-foot-6 long jump, 14 reps on the bench, and ran the 40 in 4.83 and
4.87.

Played on the offensive and defensive line in high school in the town of
Americus, Ga. — Falcons coach Dan Reeves' hometown. Played as a true
freshman in 1999 at FSU, started four games in 2000, then became the
regular starter for every game his junior and senior years as a rush
end.

I think he could be a good player in a 3-4 system. An above-average
athlete and team captain, he has good toughness and quickness. Whenever
you convert a down lineman into a linebacker, there is a risk in it, but
this is a risk worth taking.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: MURP on September 05, 2005, 02:38:15 PM
Reid in press conference said they really liked Alonzo Jackson coming out of college. 
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: pinoyboy2pt0 on September 05, 2005, 03:15:12 PM
I'm eager to see Jamaal next year...
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PhillyPhreak54 on September 05, 2005, 04:50:28 PM
According to Wolfman...

Perry signed to the PS
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PhillyGirl on September 05, 2005, 10:27:19 PM
PRACTICE SQUAD
#    Name    Pos    Ht    Wt    Exp    College    Hometown
84    Gasperson, Michael    WR    6-4    220    R    University of San Diego    Monterey, CA
62    Jackson, Alonzo    DE    6-4    268    R    Florida State    Americus, GA
67    Jackson, Jamaal    G/C    6-4    330    2    Delaware State    Miami, FL
65    Marshall, Keyonta    DT    6-1    325    R    Grand Valley State    Saginaw, MI
35    Perry, Bruce    RB    5-10    200    2    Maryland    Philadelphia, PA
22    Redd, Robert    WR    5-10    200    1    Bowling Green    Dayton, OH
47    Thorn, Andy    TE    6-5    250    R    Northern Iowa    Waterford, MI
71    Young, Scott    G    6-4    312    R    BYU    Salt Lake City, UT


:yay :yay :yay :yay :yay
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: BigEd76 on September 06, 2005, 12:24:00 AM
Another undersized speed DE from Florida State, just like Peter Boulware, Andre Wadsworth and Jamal Reynolds...
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 06, 2005, 07:53:12 AM
I understand that Perry compares favorably to Mahe, but why everyone on this board is giving him word fellatio every time he's brought up is beyond me.  He will never be more than a fringe-of-the-roster player/backup in the NFL.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PhillyGirl on September 06, 2005, 08:14:35 AM
Quote from: FFatPatt on September 06, 2005, 07:53:12 AM
I understand that Perry compares favorably to Mahe, but why everyone on this board is giving him word fellatio every time he's brought up is beyond me.  He will never be more than a fringe-of-the-roster player/backup in the NFL.

Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 06, 2005, 08:16:32 AM
Yeah, but neither of them are really NFL-caliber players.  It's not THAT big a deal.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: rjs246 on September 06, 2005, 08:30:07 AM
In other words they both blow but one of them went to BYU. We all now which one will have a spot on this roster.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:34:55 AM
Scott Young made the PS.  He's from BYU.  He's a mormon.  It's the Mormon Eagles!
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:37:34 AM
From MURP's post about Alonzo Jackson:

QuoteBreaks down well...

What does that mean?  I've seen that before, but I have no idea what they're talking about.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Zanshin on September 06, 2005, 08:42:14 AM
Means that he cries at the drop of a hat.  Vermeil also breaks down well.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Sgt PSN on September 06, 2005, 08:44:34 AM
Quote from: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:37:34 AM
From MURP's post about Alonzo Jackson:

QuoteBreaks down well...

What does that mean? I've seen that before, but I have no idea what they're talking about.

It's the term used when referring to a defender squaring himself up to make a tackle, especially when going after a QB. 

Example, if you get a clear shot at the QB, instead of running full speed at him you "break down" and square your body to him.  That way if the QB decides to take off running you will be able to change your direction instead of just running right by him. 
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Zanshin on September 06, 2005, 08:45:51 AM
I like my version better.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Sgt PSN on September 06, 2005, 08:47:03 AM
It's definately funnier but not quite as informative. 
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: rjs246 on September 06, 2005, 08:47:50 AM
Information is for the gays.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:52:48 AM
Quote from: Sgt PSN on September 06, 2005, 08:44:34 AM
Quote from: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:37:34 AM
From MURP's post about Alonzo Jackson:

QuoteBreaks down well...

What does that mean? I've seen that before, but I have no idea what they're talking about.

It's the term used when referring to a defender squaring himself up to make a tackle, especially when going after a QB.

Example, if you get a clear shot at the QB, instead of running full speed at him you "break down" and square your body to him. That way if the QB decides to take off running you will be able to change your direction instead of just running right by him.

Thanks.  Obviously, I never played football.  Otherwise I'd know this stuff.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Larry on September 06, 2005, 09:39:43 AM
If Jackson shows any sort of ability, he'll be promoted to the active roster straightaway--and probably at the expense of Thornburg or *gulp* Mahe.  It's difficult to keep a pass-rushing DE on the PS for the whole season.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: phillywin2k5 on September 06, 2005, 09:43:34 AM
so again why didnt they sign Martin Patterson to the PS?
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 06, 2005, 09:52:09 AM
Quote from: phillywin2k5 on September 06, 2005, 09:43:34 AM
so again why didnt they sign Martin Patterson to the PS?

Apparently, he flagged significantly the last couple weeks of the pre-season.  The Eagles feel they have enough youth at LB as it stands now, so he wasn't worth a spot on the PS to them.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Cerevant on September 06, 2005, 10:09:06 AM
Quote from: Larry on September 06, 2005, 09:39:43 AM
If Jackson shows any sort of ability, he'll be promoted to the active roster straightaway--and probably at the expense of Thornburg or *gulp* Mahe.  It's difficult to keep a pass-rushing DE on the PS for the whole season.
Then why put him on the PS instead of the active roster to begin with?

C
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Wingspan on September 06, 2005, 10:17:48 AM
Quote from: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 08:37:34 AM
From MURP's post about Alonzo Jackson:

QuoteBreaks down well...

What does that mean?  I've seen that before, but I have no idea what they're talking about.

he's very regular.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Wingspan on September 06, 2005, 10:19:04 AM
horray for practice squad scrubs! ;D
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Larry on September 06, 2005, 11:03:26 AM
Quote from: Cerevant on September 06, 2005, 10:09:06 AM
Quote from: Larry on September 06, 2005, 09:39:43 AM
If Jackson shows any sort of ability, he'll be promoted to the active roster straightaway--and probably at the expense of Thornburg or *gulp* Mahe.  It's difficult to keep a pass-rushing DE on the PS for the whole season.
Then why put him on the PS instead of the active roster to begin with?

C

Cause he hasn't proven anything yet here.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Cerevant on September 06, 2005, 11:06:00 AM
Quote from: Larry on September 06, 2005, 11:03:26 AM
Quote from: Cerevant on September 06, 2005, 10:09:06 AM
Quote from: Larry on September 06, 2005, 09:39:43 AM
If Jackson shows any sort of ability, he'll be promoted to the active roster straightaway--and probably at the expense of Thornburg or *gulp* Mahe.  It's difficult to keep a pass-rushing DE on the PS for the whole season.
Then why put him on the PS instead of the active roster to begin with?

C

Cause he hasn't proven anything yet here.

Then why would the team be so quick to toss someone who (apparently) has shown something and made the AR?  If my boy JT is so expendable, then why is he on the team and not the PS?

C
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Larry on September 06, 2005, 11:12:57 AM
Who said Thomas was expendable?  The roster has 4 RBs and 5 Safeties because of Wynn's injury.   I see them going with 5 DEs once Wynn is ready to go.

RDE is the weak point of this team.   Reid is throwing a bunch of bodies in there in hopes that someone sticks.  If Jackson shows any sort of ability as a pass rusher, he will be promoted soon.

Edit:  I see you meant Thornburg  :-D :-X....Simply stated, pass rushers are more valuable than special teamers.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:19:18 PM
Quote from: FFatPatt on September 06, 2005, 07:53:12 AM
I understand that Perry compares favorably to Mahe, but why everyone on this board is giving him word fellatio every time he's brought up is beyond me. He will never be more than a fringe-of-the-roster player/backup in the NFL.

I don't think anyone is getting anymore excited about him than you are about people mentioning him. He was a Terp, I watched him his whole career, and he's also a Philly native, which might be one reason that some fans take a shine to him. Not to mention that I think he could be a valueable asset to the roster as a backup RB, and punt returner, IF he can avoid injury. You haven't really seen what he can or can't do. I'll ask you again, what is it that makes you think all he'll ever be is a scrub?

Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 09:21:30 PM
Quote from: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:19:18 PMwhat is it that makes you think all he'll ever be is a scrub?

Well, he hasn't shown me anything particularly interesting so far.  That's number one.  Number two, I go with the odds.  Chances are, he'll never do shtein.  He's beaten such incredible odds to get this far, not much chance he does better.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:24:49 PM
Even though it was against backups, he had a real good game against the Jets, although I know probably nobody watched it but me.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 06, 2005, 09:25:11 PM
Dio's a realist.

All I know is that the guy was coughing up the rock in a game he knew was going to be make-or-break for his NFL career and that he was quickly cut in favor of a waiver wire RB.  The odds are against him.

Plus, Moats p\/\/nZ.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 09:26:13 PM
I live in the Bronx, so it was on television up here.  I watched.  He looked pretty good.  In a preseason game.  Lets not get crazy about it.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:26:21 PM
Actually he was the most productive runningback in the pre-season. Andy wanted to see what he could do so he gave him a lot of carries I guess. I will say this though, I thought Wynn looked a bit better. Personally, I don't think Mahe can hold a candle to Perry.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 06, 2005, 09:27:41 PM
Quote from: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:26:21 PM
Personally, I don't think Mahe can hold a candle to Perry.

Mahe sucks, like, a lot.  I've conceded that.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:28:42 PM
Quote from: FFatPatt on September 06, 2005, 09:25:11 PM
Dio's a realist.

All I know is that the guy was coughing up the rock in a game he knew was going to be make-or-break for his NFL career and that he was quickly cut in favor of a waiver wire RB. The odds are against him.

Plus, Moats p\/\/nZ.

Yeah, I was pissed when he fumbled. That was the final nail in his coffin. But he also averaged over six yards a carry when he held onto it.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Diomedes on September 06, 2005, 09:29:02 PM
The most encouraging thing I saw out of Perry was the way he put his shoulder down on his way into the endzone.   I don't know which shoulder was injured, or for that matter which one he tucked (right??) on his way in, but it was good to see him deliver contact. 

But really...bid deal.  He's playing football.  He's supposed to do that.  I'm not going to get too excited by him doing what he should.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: shorebird on September 06, 2005, 09:30:34 PM
Well, truth be known, we probably wouldn't even be talking about him if the title of this thread didn't have "Practice Squad" in it.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: mussa on September 08, 2005, 10:59:50 AM
Ok so Josh Parry is our starting full-back?  Or do we have Ritchie and Parry on the squad?  Sorry ive been in canada the last 5 days.  Team Ritchie is confused.   ???
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PoopyfaceMcGee on September 08, 2005, 11:01:13 AM
Quote from: mussa on September 08, 2005, 10:59:50 AM
Ok so Josh Parry is our starting full-back?  Or do we have Ritchie and Parry on the squad?  Sorry ive been in canada the last 5 days.  Team Ritchie is confused.   ???

Parry is the starter, and Ritchie was cut. (http://www.concretefield.com/forum/index.php?topic=16275.0)
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: MURP on September 08, 2005, 11:01:26 AM
Parry is the starter, Ritchie is cut.  Your avatar curse is real. 
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: Cerevant on September 08, 2005, 11:01:27 AM
Quote from: mussa on September 08, 2005, 10:59:50 AM
Ok so Josh Parry is our starting full-back?  Or do we have Ritchie and Parry on the squad?  Sorry ive been in canada the last 5 days.  Team Ritchie is confused.   ???
Josh Parry: Starting Fullback
Bruce Perry: Practice Squad
John Ritchie: Cut  :'(

C
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: mussa on September 08, 2005, 11:08:30 AM
oh man...wtf.  it is a curse.  im not sponsoring anybody else.  maybe josh parry though. :evil

im shocked. 

somebody is going to snatch ritchie up real quick.   

farg im pissed
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: rjs246 on September 08, 2005, 11:09:51 AM
Sponsor Reno.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PhillyGirl on September 08, 2005, 11:10:27 AM
Quote from: mussa on September 08, 2005, 11:08:30 AM
somebody is going to snatch ritchie up real quick.   

farg im pissed

I doubt real quick. He was cut because his knee is still shot.

Its been a few days now and no one has picked him up and its the first week of the season.
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: mussa on September 08, 2005, 11:11:43 AM
Quote from: rjs246 on September 08, 2005, 11:09:51 AM
Sponsor Reno.

damn mormons taking over this team...
Title: Re: Eagles Sign Seven To Practice Squad
Post by: PhillyGirl on September 09, 2005, 03:17:32 PM
Speaking of Ritchie:

QuoteRitchie goes grunge

Former Raiders fullback Jon Ritchie lost his job with the Philadelphia Eagles on Saturday. It didn't take long for him to find a new gig. Literally.

Ritchie was at Thursday's game as an invited guest of East Bay band Green Day, passing time between NFL stops touring the East Coast by bus with the popular rockers.

Green Day performed before the game, watched the game from a private suite and then left for its next stop, in Hartford, Conn. From there, Ritchie said, he is off to Cincinnati for a tryout with the Bengals.

"I don't know about (wearing) orange," Ritchie said, always known for his introspective takes on life and football, as well as his hard-nosed style of play.

Ritchie played for the Raiders from 1998-2002. He spent the past two seasons with the Eagles before he was "blindsided" by Philadelphia's last-minute decision to go with younger players at fullback.

Ritchie said he passes the time jamming on guitar with Green Day and even wrote a song that one day might find its way into a Green Day concert.

"Those guys are virtuosos," Ritchie said.

Ritchie said he loves his current gig but "would love to play for the Raiders" again. His wife hails from San Francisco and most of his close friends still live in the Bay Area. He attended Stanford.