http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/inq-eagles/Patterson-has-brain-condition.html
Wow. Prayers to his family. :( This is a potentially fatal condition, brought to the spotlight in the show "Six Feet Under". Its the condition Nate died from.
:boo
get well soon Mike.
Wow, shtein. It kind of puts all the petty stuff in perspective. You really can't help but think of JB99.
Quote from: lurking wierdo on August 04, 2011, 09:13:21 AM
Wow, shtein. It kind of puts all the petty stuff in perspective. You really can't help but think of JB99.
JB99 drove too fast with a child in the car on a rainy road and drove into a tree. HIS doing. This is not even close to it...nor did it make me think of JB.
Needless to say, Mike's career is over. :(
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 09:14:20 AM
Quote from: lurking wierdo on August 04, 2011, 09:13:21 AM
Wow, shtein. It kind of puts all the petty stuff in perspective. You really can't help but think of JB99.
JB99 drove too fast with a child in the car on a rainy road and drove into a tree. HIS doing. This is not even close to it...nor did it make me think of JB.
Yeah, so what? The feeling of immortality is young man's disease. Just the possible fatality of it leads me to think of a life ended to young. I don't mean to write Patterson's obit here, but I know two people who have died from that condition.
Wow. That sucks.
So its a definite career ender?
yes.
PG, no doubting you, but everything I've read says it can be treated with either surgery or radiation. I haven't seen anything anywhere that says his career is done.
Keep reading.
Treated as in, stop death temporarily.
I can't imagine ANY doctor on this earth would allow him to play football again.
He's damn lucky he survived with "just" a seizure and wasn't left with partial or full paralysis from it.
Yeah, the treatment involves saving his life, not continuing his career.
all that said, there ARE different degrees of the condition. But I don't believe the lowest degree causes seizures like he experienced yesterday.
Figured something was up when the Eagles signed 2 DTs lastnight.
Quote from: SD on August 04, 2011, 09:59:45 AM
Figured something was up when the Eagles signed 2 DTs lastnight.
I don't think they knew last night. The testing was done this morning. Those guys were brought in because Laws went down and they were super thin for camp with Jenkins still not playing.
Well, regardless... It's good that they have some options there now. Dixon/Jenkins/Hargrove/Landri/Laws/whoever.
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 04, 2011, 10:16:29 AM
Well, regardless... It's good that they have some options there now. Dixon/Jenkins/Hargrove/Landri/Laws/whoever.
Did I read that Dixon got hurt?
He was carted off this morning. No idea whether it was serious or not.
From Patterson's agent:
QuoteFor the most recent information on Mike Patterson's condition, visit agentjr.com for my official statement. Media reports incorrect
??
They cart everyone off at camp. It's a long walk otherwise. Doesn't mean it is or isn't serious.
And of course Patterson's agent's site is down. LOLz
...only a mild knee sprain for Dixon...
Quote
Neuro Doc: Patterson Might Escape Surgery
BETHLEHEM -- ESPN's Sal Paolantonio reported today that Eagles defensive tackle Mike Patterson, who suffered a seizure at practice yesterday, has something called an AVM, an Arteriovenous Malformation in his brain.
A team source confirmed the diagnosis and said head athletic trainer Rick Burkholder will address reporters after practice.
Quite conveniently for your Eagletarian, a fan attending practice with a special sideline pass introduced me to another Eaglers enthusiast, wearing a DeSean Jackson jersey. That fellow is Dr. Nirav Shah, a Princeton neurosurgeon. Dr. Shah is not treating Patterson, but he does know a lot about brain AVMs.
"It's where an artery goes right into a vein, without an intervening capillary," Shah said. "It's congenital, not anything that would have been caused by playing football. Oftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage. The good thing is, it doesn't sound like he had a brain hemorrhage." (The Eagles said tests yesterday showed no bleeding on the brain.)
"One of the telltale signs is seizures," Shah said. "An angiogram is probably how they diagnosed it. The next part of that is looking at it and seeing if some glue can be placed in within the AVM itself, to stop that flow, or it can be surgically resected, depending on its location."
Traditional surgery, if needed, would require removing part of Patterson's skull. Radiation or "Gamma Knife" surgery would not, but that typically takes years to resolve the AVM.
"If the AVM is in a very eloquent location, such as the area that controls speech, you wouldn't want to go and operate" conventionally, Shah said. "That (Gamma Knife) would be a safer option. But the first-line treatment nowadays is actually an interventional technique, just like interventional cardiologists stent an artery, what we try to do is go in through a small blood vessel in the groin and attaxch coils or glue inside the AVM to help prevent it from growing."
Obviously a treatment like that probably would not threaten Patterson's season or career.
Medical resources on the internet describe an AVM as a tangle of abnormal and poorly formed blood vessels (arteries and veins) that have a higher rate of bleeding than normal vessels. Though they can occur anywhere, Brain AVMs are concerning because of the damage they cause when they bleed.
"We have a good chance to treat this and cure him of his problem," Shah said.
Apparently, many patients realize they have AVMs only when they experience seizures, as Patterson did on the field Wednesday, biting his tongue and flailing his arms. Patterson remains hospitalized at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Not sure how much stock to put into it, regardless it seems premature to call his career over. I think it's obvious he's done for the season.
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
The liability faced by the Eagles if they knowingly put him on the field with a condition that promotes brain bleeds would preclude them from allowing him back on the field.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
Take a break from Greys Anatomy and wait for the experts to make that conclusion.
You apparently didn't read the part where it said, "Obviously a treatment like that probably would not threaten Patterson's season or career."
Yes, that's exactly it. It's all about Grey's Anatomy. Good call.
Quote from: reese125 on August 04, 2011, 12:09:27 PM
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
Take a break from Greys Anatomy and wait for the experts to make that conclusion.
You apparently didn't read the part where it said, "Obviously a treatment like that probably would not threaten Patterson's season or career."
If you say anything about making sandwiches, your posting privilege will be removed for 72 hours.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
agreed...unless they misdiagnosed him or are exaggerating the diagnosis it would be shocking if he ever played again
Mike Patterson continues to be evaluated by doctors. AVM is not the definitive diagnosis despite reports to the contrary. per his agent.
Hopefully he is okay and hopefully he will be able to play again.
The whole thing sucks.
Blew me away when I learned Patterson was the longest tenured Eagle. Who is second?
Asante?
Probably Herremans or Cole
Or Jamaal Jackson
Quote from: Don Ho on August 04, 2011, 02:57:16 PMBlew me away when I learned Patterson was the longest tenured Eagle. Who is second?
I root for laundry.
Didn't he just sign this week? That can't be right.
doctor on espn said hes out for a minimum of one year.....said you arent even allowed to drive a car for a year after a recorded seizure
he did say thats its possible he could play football again some day
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on August 04, 2011, 12:55:47 PM
Mike Patterson continues to be evaluated by doctors. AVM is not the definitive diagnosis despite reports to the contrary. per his agent.
Hopefully he is okay and hopefully he will be able to play again.
Not putting any bets on that one.
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 04, 2011, 07:34:53 PM
doctor on espn said hes out for a minimum of one year.....said you arent even allowed to drive a car for a year after a recorded seizure
he did say thats its possible he could play football again some day
It's still going to come down to an issue of accepting liability. He can be cleared but the risk management people are never going to insure him. Also, with all the head injury stuff coming out lately it will be a public relations nightmare. Doesn't anyone remember the shtein storm after Bradley snuck back on the field for a couple of plays after getting knocked out last year?
he doesnt have a concusion dumbass.....he has mangled veins going into his brain....if he wont be cleared to drive a car for at least a year i doubt hes getting cleared to play professional football
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 08:11:09 AM
he doesnt have a concusion dumbass.....he has mangled veins going into his brain....if he wont be cleared to drive a car for at least a year i doubt hes getting cleared to play professional football
Quotehe did say thats its possible he could play football again some day
And I am saying regardless what doctors say, no way he is ever back on an NFL field.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
roob:
Mike Patterson's agent, JR rickert, posted a statement saying Mike "will be cleared to resume normal team activities within a few days."
Quote from: SunMo on August 05, 2011, 12:29:55 PM
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
roob:
Mike Patterson's agent, JR rickert, posted a statement saying Mike "will be cleared to resume normal team activities within a few days."
No. PG said no.
Good thing we listened to all the doctors on this board.
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 12:38:35 PM
Quote from: SunMo on August 05, 2011, 12:29:55 PM
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 11:57:21 AM
QuoteOftentimes what happens is, under certain conditions such as stress, dehydration, trauma, and whatnot, these things can tend to hemorrhage.
I will say it again, he won't play again.
roob:
Mike Patterson's agent, JR rickert, posted a statement saying Mike "will be cleared to resume normal team activities within a few days."
No. PG said no.
Lol.
That could theoretically just be posturing to get Mike a better injury settlement.
so I guess as long as someone drives him to practice every day hes gold.
His agent also disputed the AVM diagnosis. So if that is the case and he does NOT have AVM, then it makes sense.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 05, 2011, 01:07:26 PM
His agent also disputed the AVM diagnosis. So if that is the case and he does NOT have AVM, then it makes sense.
this is correct....because i havent heard from a single doctor who has said he wont miss at least a year if he truly has avm
The agent isn't saying that they're sure it's not AVM. He's just saying that the diagnosis is not definitive and not to write off his client just yet. They're seeking 2nd/3rd/4th opinions.
I didn't say he was sayign one thing or another. But if there is even a "Chance" he gets out on the field this year or beyond, it's NOT AVM.
According to Les Bowen, Patterson just arrived back at camp. This is kind of farged up.
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 01:57:32 PM
According to Les Bowen, Patterson just arrived back at camp. This is kind of farged up.
he was just released from the hospital which is a few minutes from campus....makes sense he would go back to camp to gather stuff...get his car...or even just be with the team...its not like he showed up to practice
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 01:57:32 PM
According to Les Bowen, Patterson just arrived back at camp. This is kind of farged up.
His agent said he just wanted to be with his teammates.
What I was talking about was that it seem like yesterday dude was on his death bed, or with a ticking time bomb inside his head. Now he's up and about and folks are talking about resuming he workload in a few days. Hell of a 180.
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 02:13:03 PM
What I was talking about was that it seem like yesterday dude was on his death bed, or with a ticking time bomb inside his head. Now he's up and about and folks are talking about resuming he workload in a few days. Hell of a 180.
And again, the ONLY way he's resuming his workload is if he does not have AVM and this was only a case of dehydration.
They had a neurosurgeon on CSN yesterday and she said it is possible to still be able to play after an AVM.
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on August 05, 2011, 02:20:32 PM
They had a neurosurgeon on CSN yesterday and she said it is possible to still be able to play after an AVM.
Yes, I saw that. But NOT after a few days. lol...he meant one day in the future....
IF they were able to 100% remove it without any complications. And even then, I dont 'think any team would risk it.
But that has no bearing on the current conversation of him resuming play in a few days.
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on August 05, 2011, 02:20:32 PM
They had a neurosurgeon on CSN yesterday and she said it is possible to still be able to play after an AVM.
definitely is possible
did she say he could play this year with it?....that would be the first time i heard that opinion and would def qualify as news
From what I've heard, they don't even need to do invasive surgery if it's minor. They can also stuff it with glue or coils that diverts blood around it, and it dies off.
So, let's recap:
IF he has AVM, he's DEFINITELY not playing ever again. Except maybe he will.
If he doesn't have AVM, he's DEFINITELY playing this year. Except maybe he won't.
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 02:32:41 PM
So, let's recap:
IF he has AVM, he's DEFINITELY not playing ever again. Except maybe he will.
If he doesn't have AVM, he's DEFINITELY playing this year. Except maybe he won't.
You'll have to check this with PG.
Did something happen to Mike Patterson?
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 02:28:30 PM
From what I've heard, they don't even need to do invasive surgery if it's minor. They can also stuff it with glue or coils that diverts blood around it, and it dies of.
from what ive heard its not just the avm or any resulting treatment from it its also the fact that he had a stroke
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 02:37:51 PM
from what ive heard its not just the avm or any resulting treatment from it its also the fact that he had a stroke
He had a stroke now too?
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 02:32:41 PM
So, let's recap:
IF he has AVM, he's DEFINITELY not playing this year.
If he doesn't have AVM, he's DEFINITELY playing this year. Except maybe he won't.
i did a little tweaking but you almost had it right
Quote from: PhillyPhanInDC on August 05, 2011, 02:38:40 PM
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 02:37:51 PM
from what ive heard its not just the avm or any resulting treatment from it its also the fact that he had a stroke
He had a stroke now too?
yeah...thats how they came upon the avm diagnosis...you can also be diagnosed with it without having a stroke...which i think would leave open the possibility of him playing this year...but the combonation of the two pretty much ends his season
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 02:23:13 PM
Quote from: Drunkmasterflex on August 05, 2011, 02:20:32 PM
They had a neurosurgeon on CSN yesterday and she said it is possible to still be able to play after an AVM.
definitely is possible
did she say he could play this year with it?....that would be the first time i heard that opinion and would def qualify as news
Not sure, but the big thing was where the AVM is located.
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 02:40:45 PM
yeah...thats how they came upon the avm diagnosis...you can also be diagnosed with it without having a stroke...which i think would leave open the possibility of him playing this year...but the combonation of the two pretty much ends his season
He had a seizure.....caused by the tangle of veins......I haven't see anywhere that he had a stroke. Some chit chat about maybe he had heat stroke....but that's not the same thing of a standard stroke.
yeah seizure is what i meant....but really stroke seizure blah blah blah....dook was flippin out on the field tongue in his stomach...dont be gettin all trapper john on me
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 02:50:21 PM
yeah seizure is what i meant....but really stroke seizure blah blah blah....dook was flippin out on the field tongue in his stomach...dont be gettin all trapper john on me
lol...got ya....bit of a difference though.
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Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 04, 2011, 09:46:15 AM
Treated as in, stop death temporarily.
I can't imagine ANY doctor on this earth would allow him to play football again.
He's damn lucky he survived with "just" a seizure and wasn't left with partial or full paralysis from it.
To be accurate, any medical treatment is designed to stop death, temporarily.
You mean like putting a splint on a lethally dislocated finger?
In any case it was the fireman's treatment that worked the medical magic. It takes a lot of courage to give mouth to mouth so someone having a seizure.
Quote from: Eagaholic on August 05, 2011, 03:51:10 PM
You mean like putting a splint on a lethally dislocated finger?
well, if you didn't put a splint on it, you might not be able to drive well and then you could potentially cause a big car accident in which you die.
duh. ::)
Or the awkward angle could cause rectal tearing and subsequent infection.
QuoteBurkholder said Patterson was traveling to Philadelphia this afternoon to meet with team internist Dr. Gary Dorshimer. "They're formulating a plan of second opinions," said Burkholder, who refused to disclose the first opinion from the Lehigh Valley Hospital doctors, or say what grade of AVM Patterson has.
"I know there's reports out there that he'll be back in a few days and that kind of stuff," Burkholder said. "Like I told you before, we're not gonna estimate any time loss with this guy, or return to play time. We''re gonna go through the process. He's gonna start the process this afternoon."
Here is the text of Rickert's statement, from his website: "Mike Patterson has been released from the hospital and will join his teammates at training camp. He is scheduled to see a neurologist in Philadelphia in the next day or so. We anticipate that he will be cleared to resume normal team activities within a few days."
Burkholder was asked if the report about the quick return surprised him.
"No ... That's his desire," Burkholder said. "He wants to play. He would've practiced this afternoon if we would have let him. That's normal, and that's why he's a great player in the National Football League.
"As the guy who's gotta be responsible for Mike, I gotta pull the reins back on that and make sure we know exactly what we have before we turn him back in there."
Quote from: Eagaholic on August 05, 2011, 03:55:21 PM
Or the awkward angle could cause rectal tearing and subsequent infection.
Winner. :-D
Lightbulb head:
QuoteDoctors are telling Eagles DT Mike Patterson he may be able to suit up in three or four days. That would be a huge break for the Eagles.
interesting, considering he hasn't even gone to SEE another dr today. He's going back to Philly tonight.
I think he's going by the agent's crazily optimistic viewpoint.
AVM.
Ass Vagina Mouth?
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 05, 2011, 05:36:38 PM
interesting, considering he hasn't even gone to SEE another dr today. He's going back to Philly tonight.
I think he's going by the agent's crazily optimistic viewpoint.
And as if on cue, his agent says...
QuoteUpdate: Docs are eying a retun of next Friday for #MikePatterson
Now, I'm really conflicted, because PG said that he was still on his way back to Philly and hasn't seen any doctors today. But Les Bowen says...
QuoteAgent JR Rickert says Mike Patterson saw a specialist this afternoon who told him he could resume practice in a week.
He went blind from the seizure.
I heard that Patterson just died but the coroner said he should still be good to go by opening day.
Quote from: Sgt PSN on August 05, 2011, 06:37:14 PM
I heard that Patterson just died but the coroner said he should still be good to go by opening day.
I won't believe it until I hear it from PG.
That's stupid. He was on his way back to camp, but his SUV flipped and he was burned alive. Luckily, Watkins was running by making firetruck noises and was able to piss out the flames. Watkins said Patterson will by fine by opening day.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 05, 2011, 05:36:38 PM
interesting, considering he hasn't even gone to SEE another dr today. He's going back to Philly tonight.
I think he's going by the agent's crazily optimistic viewpoint.
no hes going to philly to see an avm specialist...eskin was saying the guy is an expert on the condition
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 06:39:46 PM
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 05, 2011, 05:36:38 PM
interesting, considering he hasn't even gone to SEE another dr today. He's going back to Philly tonight.
I think he's going by the agent's crazily optimistic viewpoint.
no hes going to philly to see an avm specialist...eskin was saying the guy is an expert on the condition
Time machine?
He WENT to Philly, SAW a specialist, and was told he could practice in a week.
Allegedly.
no he hasnt seen this guy yet...next week
So, a specialist already told him he could practice next week, but he's going to another one?
Yeah, that's my confusion. He was in camp today/this afternoon, nowhere near Philadelphia, where he was supposedly going to see a few other doctors for more opinions on this.
So his agent is spewing far different information from Burkholder and anyone else.
I've got the soap opera blues.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 05, 2011, 07:05:10 PM
He was in camp today/this afternoon, nowhere near Philadelphia
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Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 07:00:12 PM
So, a specialist already told him he could practice next week, but he's going to another one?
stop listening to his agent please...thank you
Quick...WHO WINS
Darwin Walker's thigh vs. Mike Patterson's brain
??
Jerome McDougle
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 07:37:38 PM
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 07:00:12 PM
So, a specialist already told him he could practice next week, but he's going to another one?
stop listening to his agent please...thank you
And start listening to ... ?
IGY. Duh.
From article on espn.com:
QuoteEagles trainer Rick Burkholder said Patterson was to see team internist Dr. Gary Dorshimer in Philadelphia on Friday.
So he did see a doctor today, but...
QuotePatterson was scheduled to see a neurologist in the next few days
He's seeing another one soon.
Good to have all this information... Oh, never mind.
you people are all hilarious
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 08:18:22 PM
Quote from: ice grillin you on August 05, 2011, 07:37:38 PM
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 05, 2011, 07:00:12 PM
So, a specialist already told him he could practice next week, but he's going to another one?
stop listening to his agent please...thank you
And start listening to ... ?
Quote from: General_Failure on August 05, 2011, 08:29:47 PM
IGY. Duh.
pretty much
meh. how much brain do you actually need to process "get to qb."
rub some dirt on it.
So Mike Patterson's condition is treatable and he will play this year. Apparently watching a Six Feet Under episode does not make you a doctor.
Link?
twitter dawg
QuoteGeoff Mosher
NFL source: Mike Patterson's condition is treatable, won't intefere with his career. He will play this year. More info expected Monday.
Quote from: mpmcgraw on August 12, 2011, 02:45:33 PM
So Mike Patterson's condition is treatable and he will play this year. Apparently watching a Six Feet Under episode does not make you a doctor.
You are a douche. Did you read any of my other posts or do you just spew out of your ass for the fun of it?
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 12, 2011, 03:22:25 PM
Quote from: mpmcgraw on August 12, 2011, 02:45:33 PM
So Mike Patterson's condition is treatable and he will play this year. Apparently watching a Six Feet Under episode does not make you a doctor.
You are a douche. Did you read any of my other posts or do you just spew out of your ass for the fun of it?
well this is slightly ironic.
The SOURCE is his agent again:
QuoteAgent: Patterson "very likely" to play this year
Mike Patterson's agent J.R. Rickert said it seems "very likely" that the defensive tackle will play football this year. Patterson is still awaiting the final word from doctors, Rickert said, but "everything that I'm seeing and hearing indicates that," Patterson could return to play this season.
Rickert said he and the Eagles would release a joint statement soon, likely next week, on Patterson's condition. Patterson is hoping to soon rejoin the team at Lehigh.
"All the medical reports that we both looked at have been very favorable and positive. We're just waiting for the doctors to make their final diagnosis, and their final treatment plan," Rickert said Friday.
Asked if Patterson could play this year, he said, "it's very likely that that will happen," but added "again, I'm not a doctor."
Patterson had a seizure at practice Aug. 3. The team has said the cause was likely an arteriovenous malformation (AVM), a tangling of blood vessels near the skull. Patterson, however, sought other opinions. He was recently back at Lehigh, looking and acting fine.
Read more: http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/inq-eagles/Agent-Patterson-very-likely-to-play-this-year.html#ixzz1UqSMpQU4
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Again, nothing different than what's been discussed. His agent has said all along that it was NOT AVM and as has been said 100 times already, if it is NOT, it's entirely possible he plays again this year. If it is AVM, there is not one dr that would allow him to play this season.
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 12, 2011, 03:22:25 PM
Quote from: mpmcgraw on August 12, 2011, 02:45:33 PM
So Mike Patterson's condition is treatable and he will play this year. Apparently watching a Six Feet Under episode does not make you a doctor.
You are a douche. Did you read any of my other posts or do you just spew out of your ass for the fun of it?
Yes, I did. I weighed out your qualifying your earlier posts with how amazingly hilarious it would be if Patterson has AVM and will be perfectly fine.
I don't think this is worth a tizzy.
Well they haven't signed anyone in 72 hours so were all a little on edge.
Pretty sure the bottom line on ESPN last night said Patterson worked out with the team (no pads)
Thanks for the breaking news.
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 14, 2011, 01:58:03 PM
Thanks for the breaking news.
lol
ff is a fleshpop and thats why i love/hate him
Patterson is practicing today. I guess that's better than him being dead or never playing again.
Also, turns out the Eagles could use some more guys with a low center of gravity in the middle of the defense.
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 20, 2011, 12:48:58 PM
Patterson is practicing today. I guess that's better than him being dead or never playing again.
depends on how well he plays
Quote from: PhillyGirl on August 12, 2011, 03:24:26 PM
If it is AVM, there is not one dr that would allow him to play this season.
You're right. There was not one; there were four.
Hugs and kisses! XOXOXOXOX
Quote from: FastFreddie on August 20, 2011, 12:48:58 PM
Patterson is practicing today. I guess that's better than him being dead or never playing again.
considering he stinks i dont know that its better than anything
Hooooo boy IGY's salty today!
See ya, Mike.
Jenkins I saw coming, this one took me by a bit of a surprise. He's still serviceable and is a veteran.
Bad decision.
He has nowhere to play in a 3-4. Not backing the movie because I couldn't give a shtein either way, but yeah.
Also brain blood vessel knots and whatnot. Peace out dude. Thanks for not being an utter catastrophe of a first round pick.
Who cares? They are blowing up this shtein team. Keep goin'.
if they had 11 new starters i probably wouldnt care
this team was wretched and they have eons of dead weight to cut
Dude's a good player.
in 2007 he was
nows hes a brain damaged 30 year old 4-3 rotation guy
He's useless in a 3-4.
See ya.
Cullen Jenkins however might have been useful in that system, but I suppose the judgement was, not for the money his contract commanded.