Brian Dawkins, ex-Eagle

[Father Demon]

Did Dawk come back to Philly and give them a chance to match the deal?  I don't think I've seen either way.

[PhillyPhreak54]

From the EMB per Eckel on WIP:

Eckel said sources told him that there was a clause in the contract that the Eagles offered Dawkins that really pissed him off and helped push him to Denver. That clause was that if Dawkins got hurt and missed game(s) then Dawkins would have to start giving money back to the Eagles.

If that's true, they should be ashamed.

[General_Failure]

That's a really dumb clause to put in the contract of a guy that's missed a handful of games his entire career. Now, pulling shtein like that on Westbrook I could see.

[PoopyfaceMcGee]

Speaking of Westbrook, I am really concerned that he is basically cooked as well.  I might actually be more worried about the other guy that signed with Denver.  Buck had a great year last year.

Oh well, there's always LoBo.  He's super.

GO BIRDS!

[General_Failure]

Its going to be such a slap in the face when Westbrook finishes his career with Buffalo.

[PoopyfaceMcGee]

Hey man, that ain't me... I'm from Buffalo.

[Magical_Retard]

Factoid of the Week That May Interest Only Me

Want to know why seven-time Pro Bowl defender Brian Dawkins was so eager to leave Philly? It had something to do with being wanted, which, in today's football, is all about the benjamins.

Money Dawkins earned in the last three seasons in Philadelphia: $7.2 million.

Money Dawkins will earn in Denver in 2009: $7.2 million.

Yeah it was a surprise when he signed the current 2 yr deal he was on. It was below his market value.

I am pretty sure the whole thing went down with them telling him early, right after the loss to ARZ, that they would only bring him back at a lower salary and in a much more reduced role.

Its not like he left on the first day and had no idea what the Eagles would have offered.

[Father Demon]

New Facebook Group:

Take a Walk For Dawk!

This time they have gone too far!! The self proclaimed "Gold Standard" of NFL franchises has ripped out the collective heart of it's fan base. We are outraged, and THEY DON'T CARE! Our hard earned dollars are the only reason they even stomach us commoners.

The fans have called for boycotts and protests in the past, yet we have done nothing. We could never turn our backs on our beloved Eagles, so Lurie and Banner continue with their smug,elitist ways. The waiting list for season tickets assures these carpetbaggers that the sheep will continue to follow.

But we can do something. A dramatic statement to embarrass the front office and make our voices heard....
Here's what we do!!

Brian Dawkins and the Denver Broncos will be coming to town this season. When Dawk comes out of the tunnel for the Opposing team(hard to even think of that) we give him the loudest ovation the Linc has ever heard...and as soon as the cheering dies down - WE ALL WALK OUT!! Imagine the TV cameras focused on 60,000 plus leaving the Linc before the game even starts!! And it doesn't take much effort or planning... just leave. Then we get to enjoy an extended 3 hours of tailgating and Lurie/Banner bashing.

The arrogance of this front office needs to be put in check. The best way for our voices to be heard is for them not to be heard at all, even for one game

I urge all season ticket holders to join me in honoring Dawk. I sure as hell won't be staying past his introduction

Paul
Section 228

[Seabiscuit36]

Chances they hunt Paul down and take his tickets away = 120%

[mussa]

thats farging awesome

[Don Ho]

Paul in section 228,  can I have your tickets?

[reese125]

I couldnt think of anything gayer than what that dude just proposed

yeah thats wonderful Paul--60,000 fans leave before the game starts but the front office still has your entrance fee money--see ya at the next home game slick

[Eagaholic]

Paul in section 228,  can I have your tickets?

Too late, Paul of section 228 was found dead, apparently of a massive crush injury to the body. A Motorola headset was found nearby.

[PoopyfaceMcGee]

yeah thats wonderful Paul--60,000 fans leave before the game starts but the front office still has your entrance fee money--see ya at the next home game slick

Plus, the team will get a ton more free pub.  Lurie and Banner will laugh all the way to the bank.

[Don Ho]

proof the end is near

poll question from the Inquirer

Which longtime Philadelphia athlete will this town miss more?
     
Pat Burrell
Brian Dawkins

cyanide capsules for all of us.