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Originally Posted by Professor S
The issue with the Eagle's defense is completely the fault of the coaches and management. The Eagle's defensive scheme relies completely on the offense scoring points. They went all out pass rush and coverage, ignoring any concern for the run in an assumption that teams would always be playing from behind. To top it all off, the Eagle's pass defense has been terrible with THREE PRO BOWL CORNERS.
And why in hell is Clay Matthews still allowed on the field? He seems to be getting worse week after week in coverage and against the run. I've never seen a linebacker so tentative to make contact or a decision.
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I agree with this big time. The Eagles rely on getting ahead early. If they don't get that tipped pass on that first drive and take the early lead, they might be okay..
That said, they still come back from 14-0 to take a 16-14 lead after half-time. They had the chance to put the game further away, but had some terrible short down plays. Then Vick gets hurt again and it all falls apart.
I'll agree with Clay Matthews, but this team problems everywhere. I still think they'll be good, but I just don't know. I've overreacted to Reid teams before so I won't do it yet, but if they don't make the playoffs with these players, then some big changes should be made.