Frank Benditt III
Frank Benditt III
Life long sports fan. Graduate of Widener University '95 B.S. Political Science. Father of one child. The Joy of my life, my son, Frankie IV.
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Philadelphia Eagles Extending LeSean McCoy’s Contract Continues An Outstanding Offseason
The Philadelphia Eagles have made a distinct philosophy shift this offseason by securing key members on their current roster. The latest was the much deserved contract extension of pro-bowl halfback LeSean McCoy. LeSean McCoy now joins wide receiver DeSean Jackson, offensive tackle Todd Herremans, offensive guard Evan Mathis, and defensive end Trent Cole as the fifth player to sign [...]
Philadelphia Eagles Fletcher Cox Will Have An Instant Impact
After trading up three spots with the Seattle Seahawks, the Philadelphia Eagles chose Mississippi State‘s Defensive Tackle Fletcher Cox with the 13th overall first round pick in the 2012 NFL Draft. The Eagles brass selected the 6’4, 298 pound Fletcher Cox because of his versatility. Cox possesed both the tremendous strength and nimbleness many NFL defensive coordinators running [...]
Philadelphia Eagles Select Mississippi State DT Fletcher Cox With The 12th Overall Pick
The Philadelphia Eagles 2012 first round draft pick is in. After trading up three spots, the Eagles brass chose Mississippi State’s defensive tackle Fletcher Cox. At 6’4, 298 pounds, Cox seems to be a the versatile tackle many NFL defensive coordinators running a 4-3 scheme seek. Fletcher Cox was seen by most scouts as a top [...]
Philadelphia Eagles 2012 First Round Pick Should Be Alabama SS Mark Barron
With a solid defensive line, an upgrade at linebacker with the acquisition of DeMeco Ryans and skilled cornerbacks, the Philadelphia Eagles must strengthen the safety position. In my estimation, the right player is Alabama’s Strong Safety Mark Barron. If the Eagles have to move up to get Barron, then so be it. The Eagles have drafted safeties the past two [...]
The Jim Washburn Doctrine: Create Relentless Pressure On The Quarterback
The Philadelphia Eagles brought in defensive line coach Jim Washburn for a particular reason: pressure on the quarterback. Washburn resume suggested a history of success. The Washburn wide nine system is designed specifically to enhance the defensive ends ability to get to the quarterback. Early in the 2011 campaign, the wide nine technique worked, however, [...]
Philadelphia Eagles Were Savvy With The DeSean Jackson Contract
Several weeks back, to the surprise of many fans, the Philadelphia Eagles inked their brash, pro-bowl wide receiver DeSean Jackson to a new contract. The five-year deal was reportedly worth $46.75 million, including $15 million in guarantees, with incentives that could increase the total value to $50.75 million. In similar fashion to the 2011 preseason, [...]
The 2012 NFC East Shakedown
The Philadelphia Eagles and the rest of the NFC East has always been one of the most competitive divisions in the NFL. Since the inception of Super Bowl era, the NFC East has combined for 12 Vince Lombardi statues (Dallas Cowboys-5; New York Giants-4; Washington Redskins-3). Last year, the New York Giant’s incredible run as [...]
Eagles Fans Are Passionate, Loyal And Demanding: What’s Wrong With That?
Nationally, the Philadelphia Eagles fans get a bad rap. Some of the national pundits would have people believe that we are Negat-Delphia. Some of that is true. It seems we are conditioned for inevitable failure. Year after year, the Eagles are in the mix, but fall short. I love a healthy discussion with anyone [...]
Philadelphia Eagles Perceived Defensive Weakness Is Balderdash
The Philadelphia Eagles 2011 season seemed to have a glaring weakness: the defensive. The apparent ineptness of the Eagles deficiencies on defense were squarely focused on defensive coordinator Juan Castillo. Did perception divulge reality? Reality was that the Eagles did go on to win the last four games of the season, playing stout defense. Beyond [...]
Is DeSean Jackson A True Number One NFL Wide Receiver?
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson is charismatic, polarizing character. Jackson is known for his big play capabilities. DeSean is one of the fastest, if not the fastest, player in the NFL. The question for 2012 still lingers……is DeSean Jackson a true number one receiver? DeSean Jackson is a unique talent. Experts will tell you Jackson impacts the game [...]
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