Playoffs? Four takeaways from the Eagles' 40-29 win over the New Orleans Saints
The Eagles came out to play this afternoon, demolishing the New Orleans Saints 40-29 for their first home win of the season. With some thinking it would be close, it was a blowout from the jump with every piece of this team clicking the entire time. Jonathan Gannon’s defense is starting to look dangerous while Jalen Hurts continues to solidify his stance as the team’s franchise QB.
Read full story2 Eagles listed as questionable for Sunday's game against Denver
Philadelphia could be without two of their key players for Sunday’s game against the Denver Broncos. During today’s press conference, Nick Sirianni stated that both Andre Dillard and Josh Sweat are questionable this week. Sweat has been in concussion protocol and is questionable since the protocol does not end until tomorrow.
Read full storyNFL Power Rankings: Eagles fly up the boards after strong Week 1 showing
After their dominant win over the Atlanta Falcons in their season opener, the public opinion of the Philadelphia Eagles seems to be changing. Jalen Hurts kicked off the year with a bang, throwing for 77% completion, 264 yards, and 3 TDs en route to a 26-point victory -- the largest margin of victory for the Birds since their Super Bowl year. Heisman winner DeVonta Smith made his mark early, being the first Eagles receiver to catch a TD in his NFL debut since 1990.
Read full storyFormer Eagle Chris Long praises Philly culture, sends message to current athletes
Ever since he first joined the Eagles back in 2017, former NFL defensive end Chris Long has had nothing but praise for Philadelphia, even after several years into retirement. Recently Long spoke with NBC’s John Clark on his podcast, “Takeoff,” about how Philly athletes don’t know how good they have it.
Read full storyBen Simmons is back. Finals run is back. 76ers are back.
BENJAMIN. SIMMONS. Oh, how the tables have turned yet again. After an offseason in which the media and news outlets have acted like a bunch of mean girls around a cafeteria lunch table, new reports have come out today saying that, according to NBA sources, the Sixers are expecting Ben Simmons to play in 2021-22.
Read full storyRockies' RHP Jon Gray linked to Phillies in a potential trade
The Philadelphia Phillies have been linked to another pitcher across major league baseball, Jon Gray. Just minutes ago, Gray was mentioned in a potential trade to Philadelphia, along with the Giants and Padres, per Jon Morosi on Twitter. Like Morosi says below, the pitcher market is kind of at a halt, with the possibility of star pitcher Max Scherzer being moved tonight.
Read full storyBen Simmons "in-step" with 76ers regarding potential trade
The rumor mill doesn't stop with more Ben Simmons news today. Adrian Wojnarowski reported that trade talks surrounding the 76ers star could continue into the summer, with Daryl Morey commanding a steep asking price. While this is not new information, Woj did say that Ben Simmons and his agent Rich Paul are in step with a move elsewhere. This announcement is the first time stating that Ben Simmons would welcome a move from Philadelphia.
Read full storySan Antonio Spurs decline massive offer from 76ers for Ben Simmons
Daryl Morey continues to set the bar high for Ben Simmons. After the 76ers were shot down when proposing a monstrous trade package from Toronto, another leaked offer has surfaced. The Ringer’s Kevin O’Connor reported on his podcast, The Mismatch that the Spurs declined an offer from the 76ers for Ben Simmons that included four first-round picks, three pick swaps, and another player.
Read full storyNate Thompson is returning to the Philadelphia Flyers on a 1-year deal
Well, can't say I saw this one coming. The Flyers continue their spree to open free agency by signing the former Flyer himself, center Nate Thompson. The deal comes in at around 1-year/800k.
Read full storyFlyers Sign Free Agent Goaltender Martin Jones to 1-Year Deal
It appears that Chuck has found his backup goalie. As free agency opened today a frenzy ensued, signings were being announced every 30 seconds it felt like, and now here come the Flyers. The Flyers signed former San Jose Sharks goaltender Martin Jones to a one-year, $2 million deal.
Read full storyKyle Lowry would consider sign and trade with 76ers for $25 million a year
Kyle Lowry’s price in free agency might be higher than expected for the Philadelphia 76ers. Keith Pompey reported this morning that Lowry is seeking a three-year $90 million contract in free agency. According to Pompey, if Philly were able to offer him somewhere in the $25-$30 million per year range, Lowry would consider it.
Read full storyRumor Mill: Toronto Raptors turn down massive offer from 76ers for Ben Simmons
As we get closer to the NBA Draft, the rumors surrounding Ben Simmons and the Sixers aren't coming to an end anytime soon. Usually, when Ben Simmons trade negotiations are leaked, it’s been the 76ers who turned down the offer, but this situation is a bit different. Yesterday Matt Moore of Action Network reported that the Raptors declined a deal from the 76ers that would send Kyle Lowry, Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby, and the 4th pick to Philadelphia for Ben Simmons.
Read full storySteven Nelson switching to single digits with Eagles
After signing with the Philadelphia Eagles just a few days ago, we have our first look at Steven Nelson’s uniform for the upcoming season. After wearing 22 with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Nelson will be wearing 3 for the Eagles. Nelson will be the most notable Eagle to wear 3 since Mark Sanchez did back in 2015.
Read full storyMadden 22 ratings revealed for Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith
EA Sports Madden 22 comes out in just a few weeks, and recently, we got our first glimpse at some of the ratings for the Eagles. More ratings will be released throughout the week, but we have a peek at some Eagles’ players for now.
Read full story"Very good chance" 76ers trade 28th pick ahead of NBA Draft
With the NBA Draft only six days away, the 76ers might be moving on from the 28th pick. Earlier today, Kyle Neubeck of Philly Voice reported that there is a very good chance that the 76ers trade the 28th pick ahead of the NBA Draft. If the 76ers move on from their first-round pick, their only other selection will be the 50th overall pick.
Read full storyFlyers trade Jake Voracek for Cam Atkinson; NHL Draft update
According to Elliotte Friedman, the Philadelphia Flyers have traded Jake Voracek to the Columbus Blue Jackets for Cam Atkinson. Cam is a 32-year-old winger with 4 years left on his contract at $5.875 AAV. The Flyers are sending Voracek and his 3 years left on his deal at $8.25 AAV.
Read full storyBradley Beal could request trade, would welcome joining 76ers
While many Sixers fans were expecting Damian Lillard to be the only star available this offseason, another might be joining him. This morning, Jake Fischer reported that Bradley Beal could request a trade from the Washington Wizards ahead of the 2021 NBA Draft. Beal is one of the NBA’s best guards, averaging over 31 points per game this past season, and would be a perfect fit alongside Joel Embiid.
Read full storyAnalyzing the Flyers after the Gostisbehere Trade
It has been two weeks since the Stanley Cup was awarded and Chuck Fletcher has been hard at work. After acquiring right-handed defenseman Ryan Ellis on Saturday right before the freeze, Chuck Fletcher makes another splash directly when the trade market opened. This time it’s us sending defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere to Arizona alongside a 2022 2nd and 7th round draft picks.
Read full storyFlyers Announce 2021-22 Schedule; Start Season with 4-Game Homestand
The NHL officially announced the 2021-22 schedule for all clubs this Thursday and by no surprise, the Flyers first game is three days after the season actually opens. All jokes aside the Flyers will kick off their season on October 15th at the Wells Fargo Center against the Vancouver Canucks and will then parlay that into three more home games, making this the first four-game homestand to enter the season since 1974-75.
Read full storyFormer Eagle Mychal Kendricks sentenced for Insider Trading charge
After waiting for almost three years, former Eagles linebacker Mychal Kendricks was finally sentenced for his Insider Trading charges from 2018. Kendricks will spend a day in jail with three years probation and a $100,000 fine. According to Kendricks’ agent, Doug Hendrickson, he is looking to return to the NFL after missing last season.
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