Brian Westbrook Released By Eagles

[theFRANCHISE]

Breaking news [url="http://twitter.com/JasonLaCanfora/status/9538574684"]via Twitter[/url], the NFL Network's Jason La Canfora reports that the Philadelphia Eagles have released veteran All-Pro RB Brian Westbrook.

Further details are forthcoming and will be posted as more information is released.

Westbrook is coming off an injury-plagued season also marred by a series of concussions that left his career in doubt. Westbrook's replacement will likely be LeSean McCoy, though the Eagles will likely be in the market for a veteran as a solid #2 RB. Alternately, the Eagles could also opt to draft a RB to create a young (but inexperienced) 1-2 combination.

[Wacko4Zacko]

I can totally see Darren Sproles going to the Eagles.

[MsMarvel73]

[quote name='Wacko4Zacko' date='23 February 2010 - 02:36 PM' timestamp='1266953785' post='364087']
I can totally see Darren Sproles going to the Eagles.
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You really think the Chargers are going to let Sproles go now that they've dropped LT?!

[theFRANCHISE]

[quote name='Wacko4Zacko' date='23 February 2010 - 02:36 PM' timestamp='1266953785' post='364087']
I can totally see Darren Sproles going to the Eagles.
[/quote]
Not happening.

I can see the Eagles trying to trade for a veteran, but since they're as shrewd with their draft picks as the Ravens are, they may very well opt to sign an unrestricted free agent veteran as the backup to McCoy or the temporary starter, especially since they're not bound by the Final 8 rule.

[Va BeaCh RaVeN]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=4939019

When healthy he was unstoppable. If Mcgahee somehow was dealt...would you guys like Westbrook to compliment Rice?

[The Flock]

No way, we don't need Westbrook. Our running game is great. I say we leave it as it is there is nothing wrong with our running so why bother.

[FerrariFan87]

Wow, how the mighty have fallen recently...

[McBurks]

[quote name='PARavensgirl' date='23 February 2010 - 02:40 PM' timestamp='1266954056' post='364089']
You really think the Chargers are going to let Sproles go now that they've dropped LT?!
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Sproles isn't an every down back and wasn't as explosive as he was in 2008.I doubt they'll be able to work out a long term deal or franchise tag him again.

[Skaught]

If McGahee were to be cut, I would want McClain in the backfield complementing Rice and I would want us to seek out a FB. McClain was a force two years ago and with a good FB he could be again. That said, Westbrook is an older version of Rice, so... No.

[die_hard_raven]

no way, in the physical ground a pound AFC North Westbrook wouldn't make it. His body can no longer take the punishment. Andy Reid never committed to a run game and he was hurt. Image what would happen at this stage of his career if he landed with a running team? Not good at all. I'd walk away from the game while I can still walk.

[FerrariFan87]

[quote name='PARavensgirl' date='23 February 2010 - 02:40 PM' timestamp='1266954056' post='364089']
You really think the Chargers are going to let Sproles go now that they've dropped LT?!
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The tag number for Sproles will be in the $7M range, and I don't think the Chargers want to pay that kind of a coin for a "change of pace" RB... it's very possible that they do not retain him; I think they need to figure out a way to keep him long-term.

[edreedfromtheu]

McGahee isn't going anywhere. He is the Ravens' best running back. Not sure what the contract status of Fred Taylor is, but Westbrook would fit perfectly in New England where they pass a lot. He's smart, and can run the screen better than anyone. Playing with that QB and those receivers... that makes more sense than anything.

[Va BeaCh RaVeN]

[quote name='edreedfromtheu' date='23 February 2010 - 03:46 PM' timestamp='1266957991' post='364126']
McGahee isn't going anywhere. [b]He is the Ravens' best running back.[/b] Not sure what the contract status of Fred Taylor is, but Westbrook would fit perfectly in New England where they pass a lot. He's smart, and can run the screen better than anyone. Playing with that QB and those receivers... that makes more sense than anything.
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Mcgahee is the Ravens best running back??? Argh?

[AsianRice]

[quote name='Va BeaCh RaVeN' date='23 February 2010 - 03:48 PM' timestamp='1266958131' post='364130']
Mcgahee is the Ravens best running back??? Argh?
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I think he meant McGahee is our second best, I guess.


PS: Besides who in the world don't know our best RB, my sig lol

[display name]

Sure! 4-Headed Monster would be unstoppable! Also, with teams stacking the line, our receivers could be wide open!

[Guest I-70WestRaven]

The Eagles are going to have to be a busy team in the next few weeks. With Westbrook gone, they still have to deal with their QB situation. Rumors are flying left and right but there is no solid indicator of what they will do. McNabb to the Vikes or Vick to the Rams etc...Now the RB positon? This move did make sense for them when you look at the facts, but they definately got some work to do. San Diego looks to be turning into team turmoil. There's more going on with them than they're letting on. If they do move Sproles I won't be surprised, especially after letting Michael Turner go to Atl. Bet they wish they could get a do over on that one.

[The Brim Reaper]

I agree with Skaught. I would want McClain as the backup if McGahee were to be cut. We don't need a Brian Westbrook-type player in my opinion. Rice has it all, and with better receivers coming in, the receiver roll for Rice should be somewhat lessened.

[trooper1973]

I would rather have LT than Westbrook

[RavensClaw52]

Westbrook will never suit up as a Raven. Not disrespecting him or anything, he has had a good career but we cant use him.