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Eagles Depth Chart Outlook: Outside Linebackers

Posted on May 9, 2013 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

The depth chart series continues with a look at Brandon Graham, Connor Barwin and the outside linebackers.

Tagged with: Brandon Graham, Connor Barwin, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole
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How Eagles’ Current Pieces Fit In 3-4, 4-3 Under

Posted on February 26, 2013 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

Howie Roseman believes the Eagles have some pieces in place to transition to a new defensive scheme – one that will not include Cullen Jenkins or Mike Patterson.

As for the details, there’s not a whole lot we know right now. We know Chip Kelly prefers a 3-4. We know defensive coordinator Billy Davis has a background in multiple schemes, including the 4-3 under. Having spoken to Davis and some of the other assistants, I got the impression that pre-snap disguise is going to be a big part of whatever the Eagles do.

As we look ahead to free agency (March 12) and the draft (April 25), now seems like a good time to take stock of the Eagles’ defensive linemen to see how they might fit going forward.

Tagged with: Antonio Dixon, Billy Davis, Brandon Graham, Cedric Thornton, Chip Kelly, Fletcher Cox, Howie Roseman, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole, Vinny Curry
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Eagles DL Production: Checking In On Graham, Curry

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

Coming off an outstanding performance in Week 15 against the Bengals, the Eagles’ defensive line was not nearly as impressive Sunday afternoon against the Redskins

The D-Line failed to sack Robert Griffin III, although the Eagles certainly pressured him at times. Alfred Morris had 91 yards rushing, but he needed 22 carries (4.1 YPC).

Once again, the defense got no help from the other two phases. Washington’s five scoring drives started at its own 28, its own 41, its own 47, midfield and the Eagles’ 25. This is nothing new. Opponents have dominated the Birds in terms of field position all year long.

Focusing back on the pass-rush, here’s a look at opportunities (from Pro Football Focus), sacks, hurries (as tracked by the coaching staff) and pressure percentage (frequency with which each player notched a sack or hurry).

Tagged with: Brandon Graham, Cedric Thornton, Cullen Jenkins, Derek Landri, Fletcher Cox, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole, Vinny Curry
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Making Sense Of the Eagles’ Inactives

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

The following Eagles are inactive for today’s 1 p.m. matchup against the Redskins: Michael Vick, Greg Salas, Chris Polk, Stanley Havili, Darryl Tapp, Danny Watkins and Matt Kopa.

Tagged with: Bryce Brown, Danny Watkins, Darryl Tapp, LeSean McCoy, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Vinny Curry
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Eagles DL Production: Cox, Cole And Graham In 2013?

Posted on December 16, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

The Eagles’ defensive line turned in its best performance of the season Thursday night against the Bengals.

Brandon Graham had a career game. Trent Cole looked like the old Trent Cole. Fletcher Cox continued an impressive rookie campaign. And guys like Cullen Jenkins and Cedric Thornton contributed as well.

In all, the defensive line combined for six sacks and eight hurries. Andy Dalton was under constant pressure and completed just 13 of 27 passes for 127 yards.

In a future post, we’ll break out the All-22 and look at why the Eagles defensive line was successful. But first, the player-by-player breakdown.

Tagged with: Brandon Graham, Cedric Thornton, Cullen Jenkins, Darryl Tapp, Derek Landri, Fletcher Cox, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole
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Eagles DL Production: Success Without Washburn?

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

Sunday’s game against the Bucs was the Eagles’ first in two years without defensive line coach Jim Washburn and the wide-nine.

Tommy Brasher was hired on Monday and had three days of practice to switch up the Birds’ scheme up front. The Eagles struggled to get to Josh Freeman for much of the day, although the defense as a whole played better. Below is the player-by-player breakdown of sacks, hurries (tracked by the team’s coaches), opportunities (Pro Football Focus) and pressure percentage (frequency with with which each player notched a sack or hurry).

In the next couple of days, we’ll try to take a look at how the linemen were aligned up front with the All-22.

Tagged with: Brandon Graham, Cedric Thornton, Cullen Jenkins, Darryl Tapp, Derek Landri, Fletcher Cox, Jim Washburn, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole, Vinny Curry
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DL Production: Graham Getting It Done?

Posted on December 7, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

The Eagles’ pass-rush had some good moments early against the Cowboys, but was non-existent in the second half when Tony Romo completed all 10 of his pass attempts.

After the game, Andy Reid announced that the team was parting ways with Jim Washburn, although he admitted that the game’s results had little to do with his decision.

Meanwhile, Brandon Graham got the start for Jason Babin, and Vinny Curry was active for the second time this season, as the Eagles went with a 10-man rotation.

Here’s the weekly look at production. Hurries (and tackles) come directly from the Eagles’ coaching staff. Pass-rushing opportunities are tracked by Pro Football Focus. And the last column is from me – a measure of how often each defensive lineman notched either a sack or a hurry.

Tagged with: Brandon Graham, Cedric Thornton, Cullen Jenkins, Darryl Tapp, Derek Landri, Fletcher Cox, Jim Washburn, Mike Patterson, Phillip Hunt, Sheil Kapadia, Trent Cole, Vinny Curry
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Making Sense Of the Eagles’ Inactives

Posted on November 26, 2012 by Sheil Kapadia — No Comments ↓

The following Eagles are inactive for tonight’s matchup against the Carolina Panthers: Michael Vick, LeSean McCoy, Chris Polk, Jason Avant, Greg Salas, Nate Menkin and Phillip Hunt.