Like many others, Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles was surprised they released his No. 1 receiver DeSean Jackson. Foles however notes that it’s a business and these things happen.
NFL: DeSean Jackson Wanted to Know Why Eagles Cut Him & Coach Chip Kelly Wouldn’t Say
Initially there were reports that DeSean Jackson was released from the Philadelphia Eagles because of suspected gang affiliations. Later on another report was released saying that Jackson was let go because of his attitude and that he was a cancer to the team. Well we’re not the only ones confused because apparently Jackson asked head coach Chip Kelly why he was being released and even he couldn’t get an answer!
NFL: LAPD Says DeSean Jackson Has No Involvement in Gang-Related Murders
The Los Angeles police department clarified a few points about former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson following his dismissal from the NFC East franchise.
NFL: In The Free Agent Duel, The Eagles Prefer Jeremy Maclin Over Riley Cooper
The Eagles have prioritized retaining Jeremy Maclin before Riley Cooper as the wide receivers near free agency, according to NFL sources.
NFL: Two Potential Landing Spots For Michael Vick
Quarterback Michael Vick has made it quite clear that he does not want to be a backup next season and has every intention on being a starter. Well that probably won’t happen with the Philadelphia Eagles. Vick is a free agent and with Nick Foles having a breakout year and taking the team to the playoffs it’s likely he will remain the starter. So where does that leave Vick?
NFL: Michael Vick Says ‘I’m Still a Starter’ & Won’t Return to Eagles as a Backup Quarterback
Though the Philadelphia Eagles lost to the New Orleans Saints on Saturday night ending their postseason, this year was still a vast improvement. Quarterback Nick Foles took over as starter putting up incredible numbers and pretty much making it clear Michael Vick would not be returning to the starting position. Initially there were reports that Vick said he didn’t mind playing backup to Foles but I guess that was just for this past season. A new report says Vick is ready to move on.
