Donovan McNabb traded to the Redskins!

sdkcp

Donovan McNabb traded to the Redskins!

I didn't see that one coming!

trade story at Yahoo

CubsFan41

Surprised he was traded in the division. Personally, I think its a bad move, but Kolb showed some promise.

Michigan

I'm not surprised he was traded somewhere but I did not expect it to be the Redskins.

KatsCards

Speechless. Anywhere but in the division.

stevek

In my opinion, it needed to be done - it was time to say goodbye and give Kolb a shot. I have some doubts about Kolb but hopefully it all works out and the Eagles can finally win a Super Bowl.

stevek

I can't even log on to the Eagles website - jam packed tonight. LOL

stevek

Eagles on the departed Donovan McNabb: He was 'more than a franchise quarterback'
08:45 PMYahoo

The Philadelphia Eagles bid goodbye to longtime QB Donovan McNabb on Sunday when they traded the six-time Pro Bowler to division rival Washington Redskins. The Eagles' brain trust released the following statements about McNabb, who had been the team's starter since 1999.

Owner Jeffrey Lurie:

"Donovan McNabb was more than a franchise quarterback for this team. He truly embodied all of the attributes of a great quarterback and of a great person. He has been an excellent representative of this organization and the entire National Football League both on and off the field. I look forward to honoring him as of the greatest Eagles of all-time and hopefully see in enshrined in the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton one day. I wish Donovan and his beautiful family great health and joy for many, many years to come."

Head coach Andy Reid:

"This was a very tough decision. Donovan McNabb represented everything a football player could be during his 11 seasons in Philadelphia. He carried this organization to new heights and set a high standard of excellence both on and off the field. We thank him for everything he did for this football team and for this city."

Team president Joe Banner:

"Donovan is the ultimate professional. He has an incredible work ethic and has been an integral part of our success. Over the years, Donovan has always carried himself with a great deal of dignity. He's an excellent role model for young men and women from across the region. In my mind, he'll always be remembered as one of the greatest Eagles of all time."

-- Sean Leahy

perkdog

Wow the Redskins actually decided to help themselves out and get a QB who can actually play?


Good move for the Skins IMO

Goot

<< <i>In my opinion, it needed to be done >>




Sure, but in the division?? I don't quite understand that one. Hopefully the Philly fans treat him right on his return to the Linc.

stevek

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<< <i>In my opinion, it needed to be done >>




Sure, but in the division?? I don't quite understand that one. Hopefully the Philly fans treat him right on his return to the Linc. >>



If he loses to us, we'll cheer him...if he beats us, we'll boo the chit out of him.

GDM67

Getting widely panned at Hail Redskins.

stevek

The Eagles now have 5 picks in the first 87 picks of this upcoming draft, and a lot of young good players already on the team, including wide receivers for Kolb who threw for back to back 300 yard games in his only two starts last season when McNabb was injured...and those WR's got better during the season. If I'm remembering right, the Eagles had the second youngest team in the league last year. Maybe this will turn out to be a rebuilding year if Kolb needs more seasoning, and perhaps the Eagles have their eye on drafting another quarterback...or perhaps Vick will step in...or perhaps they'll sign another veteran...but in any event the future for the Eagles looks very bright, The Eagles play an excellent game of NFL chess.

jdip9

I'm not sure there is a more overrated QB in the NFL than McNabb. He might be the most inaccurate "elite" QB I've ever seen. He throws a great deep ball, but I'm not sure he can consistently make all the other throws necessary to move the ball down the field. The Eagles seem to agree with me, since they traded him within the division.

If Kolb pans out (and I think he'll be no worse than McNabb), the Eagles have set themselves up to potentially be very good for a very long period of time if they hit a couple home runs in this draft. I like what the Eagles have done with Kolb, letting him sit for 2-3 years, learn the system and the league, and come into camp this year as the #1 QB. I'm not saying he's the next Aaron Rodgers, but he's on the same path preparation-wise.

Michigan

According to "Mike and Mike" on ESPN this morning the Eagles gave him some choice in the matter as to where
he did not want to go (they felt they owed him that much) and that was Oakland and Buffalo (who could blame him there?).

Hyperion

amazing deal, as an eagles fan I wish him well, EXCEPT against the birds.

Skins are going to be much better QUICKLY. coaching issues resolved, and McNabb proved is can do a lot with a little. Heck, the Redskins barely lost so many games just due to horrible offensive ineptitude...

Fascinating.. I wonder if they'll resign him to a long term deal?

metsfan

Really suprised the Eagles traded McNabb within the division. This is a good trade for the Redskins short term, but long term should be better for the Eagles(depending on what they do with the draft choices).

edmundfitzgerald

<< <i>I'm not sure there is a more overrated QB in the NFL than McNabb. . >>






I'd add "in the history of the NFL"

stevek

I've been listening all day on the Eagles website and elsewhere to some player interviews, etc, and not one player seemed unhappy to see McNabb go. In contrast, when Brian Dawkins left, there were quite a few players that were obviously unhappy with that in their interviews.

I'm looking forward to the Kevin Kolb era and a Super Bowl trophy/s.

bking

I understand that they made a nice gesture in letting him control his destination, but what does it say about their opinion of his talent that they let him go to a rival? You just don't DO that if you think he improves the Skins.

Hyperion

<< <i>I've been listening all day on the Eagles website and elsewhere to some player interviews, etc, and not one player seemed unhappy to see McNabb go. In contrast, when Brian Dawkins left, there were quite a few players that were obviously unhappy with that in their interviews.

I'm looking forward to the Kevin Kolb era and a Super Bowl trophy/s. >>



That is a really interesting point... I haven't heard any negative quotes, then again, McNabb might be the last veteran on the squad at this point. Why else besides Akers has tenure?

PowderedH2O

I still think Campbell can play. Someone smart (Cleveland's new GM, for example) ought to snag him cheap and make a star out of him.

Dave99B

I've always loved McNabb. What a warrior. Good move 'Skins!

Dave

stevek

Donovan who?