DWinzit Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 Jones says Eagles among teams interested in his services By JOSEPH SANTOLIQUITO Philadelphia Daily News Kevin Jones says he wouldn't mind playing next season for the Eagles, the team he was a fan of during his youth in Chester. The 6-1, 230-pound, 4-year NFL running back and former Cardinal O'Hara High star was released by the Detroit Lions on Thursday, opening up plenty of options for next season. Two hours after the Lions' release was made public, 12 teams showed interest, according to Jones, including the Eagles. "When the Lions drafted me, it came as a big shock, because they weren't that much in the picture. It wasn't my dream situation. It would be a dream, however, to play for the Eagles. Going back to Philly, with all my relatives and friends back there, that's home to me. Chester will always be home to me. I have a real support system there in Philadelphia. Playing for the Eagles would be great." This is a great situation for me, because now I can shop myself around and see what's out there. I want to go somewhere where I can get the ball and have a chance to compete. I want to play for a team that has a winning history. I want to say this, too, I didn't get cut because of my talent and ability to perform." And sharing a backfield with Eagles star Brian Westbrook... "Are you kidding me? That would be awesome," Jones said. "I'd love to play with Brian Westbrook. He's one of the best backs, if not the best back in the league. I definitely wouldn't mind doing that. I can learn some things from Brian Westbrook." http://www.philly.com/philly/sports/eagles/nfl/20080315_Jones_says_Eagles_among_teams_interested_in_his_services.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dachozenone Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 He has talent but he cant stay healthy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OWUeagleMD Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 That's expletive interesting man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted March 15, 2008 Author Share Posted March 15, 2008 That's expletive interesting man.I'd say.With FB's Schable and now Klecko and RB's WB, Buckhalter, Moats, Hunt, Davis and I don't know who else they have, someone is going to be fired. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OWUeagleMD Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 I'd say.With FB's Schable and now Klecko and RB's WB, Buckhalter, Moats, Hunt, Davis and I don't know who else they have, someone is going to be fired. First, I don't know how seriously to take this possibility. Jones says he has no problem splitting with BWest, which makes it feasible. Still, I imagine someone else will be able to offer more time/money and he'll likely sign there. If he was to sign, this would be the scenario in the backfield. FB- Klecko. If Klecko can't be a full-time fullback, Davis will get the job. Otherwise, Davis is cut. RB- Westbrook, Buckhalter, Jones, Hunt. I think the brass is proud of standing by Buckhalter through injuries, too proud to cut him now. It seems they are woefully unimpressed with Tony Hunt. 5 backs isn't tough to carry. They did it last year with Mahe. Although Mahe was also a returner, making his roster spot easier to handle, Tapeh did not play on a single special team unit. Klecko will probably play on all of them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted March 15, 2008 Author Share Posted March 15, 2008 It seems they are woefully unimpressed with Tony Hunt.This is surprising to me. I like Hunt and was disappointed when the Eagles drafted him.I think Mahe should continue to be the Eagles return man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THEArmchairQB Posted March 15, 2008 Share Posted March 15, 2008 First, I don't know how seriously to take this possibility. Jones says he has no problem splitting with BWest, which makes it feasible. Still, I imagine someone else will be able to offer more time/money and he'll likely sign there. Makes sense to me. When BWest is hurt Jones can play. When Jones is hurt BWest will play.:laugh: But seriously I think it would be a good move for the Iggles. If you line up Jones behind your new big man Klecko, that is a whole lotta meat coming across the line. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointyfootball Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 This is surprising to me. I like Hunt and was disappointed when the Eagles drafted him.I think Mahe should continue to be the Eagles return man. I love Hunt as well - but I just don't know if his style of running fits in the NFL, and especially on this team. His forte in college was running the ball 25x per game and just destroying the opposition in the 4th quarter when they were worn out. We all know how much AR likes to do THAT. As to Mahe, he should retire again, because he'll never again get the welcome he got in week 2 this season after JR Reed and Glew lost the Packer game. He was the most celebrated 4th string running back EVER. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DWinzit Posted March 19, 2008 Author Share Posted March 19, 2008 I love Hunt as well - but I just don't know if his style of running fits in the NFL, and especially on this team. His forte in college was running the ball 25x per game and just destroying the opposition in the 4th quarter when they were worn out. We all know how much AR likes to do THAT.I was hoping Hunt would have lasted another round and the Redskins grab him. Now I don't think he'll fit with the Redskins either. Good player in the wrong city. I bet someone takes a shot at him when he becomes a RFA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeMarco Murray 29 Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Bring back a classic debate. Julius Jones or Kevin Jones Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skindogger47 Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 When healthy, Kevin Jones is a very good RB. I really don't want the Eagles to get him. The Lions are stupid. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dockeryfan Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 When healthy, Kevin Jones is a very good RB. I really don't want the Eagles to get him. The Lions are stupid. Sounds like some kind of screwed up haiku. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kuraitengai Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Sounds like some kind of screwed up haiku. but it is pretty funny to read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskeypeet Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 For whatever reason the title of the thread just doesn't read correctly to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Not sure if I would go to the Eagle with that many RB's. I don't understand why players (maybe they do it, maybe not) don't get their agents to look at teams who actually need a RB or RB depth, so you can get playing time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OWUeagleMD Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Not sure if I would go to the Eagle with that many RB's. I don't understand why players (maybe they do it, maybe not) don't get their agents to look at teams who actually need a RB or RB depth, so you can get playing time. If free agents don't do this currently, than they are the laziest *******s in America. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CG Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Are they casually dating at this point or is it something serious? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimmyConway Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 If Westbrook isn't on the field I'm happy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rudechain Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 This would be a good for the Eagles. Jones could do well as a backup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dockeryfan Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 This would be a good for the Eagles. Jones could do well as a backup lol. You think? Seriously, someone hinted that the RBs for the Eagles are in question. (Except for WB of course) If Hunt was half the player they thought he was, they would not be taking a flyer on Jones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reic Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 Well, that sucks if they take him, if he can stay healthy, he is a really good running back. I felt so bad for him this season, back from a year long injury and gets hurt in one or two games back and is out for the rest of the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OWUeagleMD Posted March 19, 2008 Share Posted March 19, 2008 lol. If Hunt was half the player they thought he was there seems little doubt that he isn't. The Eagles are an easy franchise to read sometimes. One such instance is their feelings thus far on Tony Hunt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praise_gibbs Posted March 20, 2008 Share Posted March 20, 2008 Is there anything more to this...? Did Kevin Jones smash it yet atleast? If Kevin Jones didn't get to see the Iggles vagina yet then he needs to move on to another team who will give him an honest look. :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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