Schneed10
02-27-2009, 10:25 PM
This report per CBS 3 here in Philly says Dawkins has agreed in principle with the Denver Broncos.
Important to note that there are conflicting reports, some indicate this is jumping the gun. The major news outlets, like ESPN and SI, have not confirmed this yet.
It was indeed confirmed that Dawkins did at least visit with the Broncos today. And the Broncos did indeed sign Eagles RB Correll Buckhalter.
Reports: Brian Dawkins Expected To Fly The Coup - cbs3.com (http://cbs3.com/local/Philadelphia.Eagles.NFL.2.946479.html)
Schneed10
02-27-2009, 10:28 PM
If this is true, and if I were an Eagles fan, I'd be FURIOUS. It's one thing to cut guys to gain cap space when they're on the downside of their career. But when you're the Eagles, perennially flush with cap space, it's inexcusable to let this guy go. Yeah he's old, he gets burned in coverage, but his leadership and emotional impact on his teammates is invaluable. Not to mention he can still hit like a ton of bricks.
This is the kind of thing that makes me thank the good Lord for Danny. I'd rather have someone who does everything in his power. It's the far better alternative to having a cheapskate ownership like Philly does.
JoeRedskin
02-27-2009, 10:41 PM
Yeah. I posted over in the Free Agent thread: http://www.thewarpath.net/531539-post677.html
It seems like it's pretty much a done deal. Dawkins is apparently flying to Denver as we speak.
And yes, the Eagles' fans are PISSED.
NYCSkin
02-27-2009, 10:45 PM
Dawkins' departure from the Eagles is one of the best FA moves for the rest of the NFC East. The Eagles basically lose their heart and soul with this one move...
skinsfan_nn
02-27-2009, 10:47 PM
If so...we'll get to see him this season again...! When we CRUSH denver! :)
Redskins8588
02-27-2009, 10:49 PM
Dawkins' departure from the Eagles is one of the best FA moves for the rest of the NFC East. The Eagles basically lose their heart and soul with this one move...
I agree 100%, I was excited when I heard the news that he is supposed to go to the Broncos.
Schneed10
02-27-2009, 10:50 PM
If so...we'll get to see him this season again...! When we CRUSH denver! :)
The Eagles will get to face him too! LOL!
I'd love to see them bring back Todd Pinkston for that game, I want to see him alligator it against his old teammate!
JoeRedskin
02-27-2009, 10:57 PM
ESPN still doesn't have it listed. ... In my glee at Eagles fans discomfort, have I once again given theim karmic hope?!
http://www.thewarpath.net/redskins-locker-room/26789-is-anyone-else-enjoying-eagles-implosion.html
djnemo65
02-27-2009, 11:06 PM
One of my favorite players of all time. Only thing I never liked about him was the uniform.
Skinny Tee
02-27-2009, 11:08 PM
I actually don't mind Dawkins so much now that he's not an eagle.