Eagles Aftermath 10/18/2010

Kevin Kolb plays his butt off Sunday against the Falcons, and its the very reason why Andy Reid should not have painted himself into a corner by announcing Michael Vick as the starter for the rest of the season a few weeks back.

Speaking of Michael Vick, I know of no coach in the world who would condone a player who has a PRAYER of playing in the game to show up 45 minutes before kickoff time. And any player worth his salt WANTS to be there early. Character shows up at the most interesting of times.

Running back Shady McCoy continues to impress with his moves, quickness, and cutback ability.

Offensive Co-ordinator Marty Mornhinweg outcoached the bejesus out of the Atlanta defensive coaching staff.

Phillies note: Did anyone find it interesting that Ryan Howard was goofing around at the Birds game with Fox's Tony Siragusa a few hours before the NCLS game against the Giants? Had he gone 0-5 in a Phillies loss, you would have heard the media and the fans howling!

Adios....

Halladay and Linsecomb...what a match-up! Biggest influence in the game was the inconsistent strike zone of home plate umpire Derryl Cousins. I stilll look for the Phils to win this in 6 games.

A source close to the Penn State football program has told me this will be Joe Paterno's last season. "Joe Pa" has been a class act and has run the most honest and one of the most successful NCAA football programs forever, and I sincerely hope he goes out with a few more big wins.

Two of my all time favorite movie directors are Ron Howard and Clint Eastwood. They almost never fail to entertain.

A sad farewell to America's mom Barbara Billingsley of Leave It To Beaver who passed away yesterday at the age of 94.

And life goes on.....

Stuff....

Dined at the Iron Hill Brewery in Maple Shade, NJ last night. The mussels with leeks and bleu cheese are to die for. And the rock shrimp pizza with a cherry wheat beer chaser were excellent.

Jon Stewart of The Daily Show on Comedy Central is politically astute and one funny dude.

My seventh month old half lab/half hound dog puppy Duke is a handful, but all he wants to do is play and give unconditional love. I could probably learn something from that.

Until next time...

Eagle aftermath versus 49rs...

Kevin Kolb can play......he showed a strong arm, good decision making, and ample mobility.

RB Shady McCoy is a warrior. If you've ever had a cracked rib ( I have ), you know what I'm talking about.

Defense is still a huge question mark, although linebacker Moises Fokou fumble causing hit on Frank Gore was a game changer. (If Frank Gore injures his shin during a game...is it considered a Frank Gorshin?) Those younger than 50 will probably have no idea what that joke means.

Phillies note: Sweep the Reds behind a masterful performance by Cole Hamels. This edition of the Phiting Phils might be the best professional team in Philadelphia history. And it certainly is one of the most dominating baseball teams I've ever seen.

Phillies ace Roy Halladay turns the baseball world on it's ear by pitching only the second no hitter in postseason history, and then humbly eschews the national media the next day by quietly resuming his normal routine. Heroic stuff from this sports hero when most athletes do anything they can to get on Sportscenter so they can have a cereal named after them....don't you think?

Florence Henderson may be 76, but she looks and dances like someone 30 years younger.

Why can't the Twins beat the Yankees EVER? I just don't get it.

If you have kids in college, does anyone else out there think the federal grant and student loan process is as confusing as I do? Try doing it for triplets sometime...sheesh.

My new Toyota RAV4 has a "smart key". Just keep it in your pocket and the car senses the key is near. You can then open the doors and start the car without ever taking it out. AMAZING technology.

Blue cheese stuffed olives in a vodka martini.....highly recommended.

Have a great weekend!

Pink Is The Manliest Of Colors

Kudo's to the National Football League for their show of solidarity and support in having the players wear pink chin straps and wristbands signifying the fight against breast cancer and recognizing the Susan G Komen Foundation last weekend. A most worthy cause.

Want a great grilling steak marinade? Take a cup of soy sauce and add some minced ginger, garlic, and lemon zest. Let steaks marinade for at least four hours and grill 6-8 minutes on east side.

Baseball playoffs begin today. Don't think anyone can stop the H2O attack of Phillies pitchers Halladay, Hamels, and Oswalt...but thats why they play the games.

Watch out for the Cubs next year. They won't have much of a team but NO ONE can lose 103 years n a row...can they?

Eagle Aftermath 10/4/2010

So Donovan returns and gets to prance around the Linc with a win wearing a maroon sweater. Pathetic #'s ( 8 for 19 125 yards and 1 interception ) and then has the audacity to stand up in front of the national TV cameras and state how the Eagles made a mistake by letting him go. Usually, the guys who talk about themselves NEVER win the big game.

The biggest factor in the game (and for the Eagles ) is an inconsistent defense that at times cannot stop the run, and does not get heat on the QB.

Andy Reid may be a good person and a great organizer, but he's not a quick thinker. He cost the Birds a chance at a touchdown late in the first half by getting a delay of game penalty coming out of a timeout. Regardless of the spot of the ball, with as many assistants an NFL team has on the payroll now its inexcusable to take a penalty there.

Kevin Kolb will most likely get his long overdue chance...I'm sure Michael Vick has some cracked ribs if he didn't come out of the locker room for the second half.