by Brian on March 3, 2008 at 9:57PM
ESPN's hashmarks blog is reporting that the Eagles were very close to signing Randy Moss this weekend, and they actually thought they had a deal done at one point. It's now being reported that Moss will return to the Pats for 3 years, $27M.

Heartbreaking news on the one hand. Moss is exactly what this team needs at the WR position. Of course, you could say that about every team in the league, but it's especially true for the Eagles. On the other hand, this is really good news. After signing Asante Samuel and Chris Clemons, it seemed as though the Eagles were focused exclusively on defense as they made their huge splash in the free agent market. Now, we know that they're looking to bolster the WR position. Hopefully, they don't stop looking now that it appears Moss is off the market.



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[March 3, 2008 11:54 PM]  |  link  |  reply
Nick said

That is so unbearable to know.

Who is someone we could realistically be after now with Moss, Walker, Berrian, Hackett, Stallworth, and Porter off the market or off our radar? Are Fitzgerald or C. Johnson actually on the market/conceivable acquisitions in your opinion?

[March 4, 2008 5:45 AM]  |  link  |  reply
JJ said

One good thing is that Randy Moss didn't wind up in Dallas. That would have been a big nightmare.

What do you think it would take to sign Johnson, and
would he be worth it? And here's a loaded question,
what about WR available in the draft? What is the Eagle draft position in the first round?

[March 4, 2008 1:13 PM]  |  link  |  reply
Brian replied to JJ

They have pick #19. I'd like them to take a look at DeSean Jackson from Cal. Probably won't be a number 1 receiver, but great speed and he could be the answer as a punt returner this season.

As for trading for a WR, I really don't know. They kept a tight lid on Randy Moss until he was signed w/ the Pats, so maybe they're working on something right now. I hope they didn't put all their eggs into one basket w/ Moss.