The Eagles offensive line is in a unique situation heading into 2019. All five starters from their Super Bowl-winning season two years ago are still on the team now, and even key depth pieces too. But one starter from that incredible Super Bowl win is now looking for a new lease of life. Halapoulivaati Vaitai […]
Read more "It’s a big season for ‘Big V’, whose transition inside is vital for the Eagles"2018 wasn’t the most dominant for the Eagles offensive front. The opening few games were plagued by errors, inefficiencies and play that just wasn’t the norm for a unit that was named the league’s most impressive during their Super Bowl winning campaign. Things eventually settled and the line started tearing through defensive fronts at a […]
Read more "Is replenishing the offensive line really a key need for the Eagles?"“I’m actually working out right now.” Matt Pryor said, gently laughing when I asked him what his plans are between now and when he touches down in Philadelphia in just over two weeks. If that doesn’t demonstrate the determination and work ethic of the Eagles sixth round selection, then there isn’t much that will. Pryor […]
Read more "Eagles reunite TCU tandem in drafting Matt Pryor and he’s wasting no time in getting to work"Six down, one to go. The NFL Draft rolls on and with their sixth round selection, the Philadelphia Eagles really ensured they would extract the most value possible. By now, we all know that the team LOVE to use the term ‘versatility’, especially on the offensive front. Given that the team were light on both […]
Read more "Instant analysis: Eagles tick two boxes with one pick in the sixth round"The story of the Eagles Super Bowl win is one that will go down in history. A tale of underdogs, setbacks and proof that its not the size dog in the fight, but the size of the fight in the dog, this was a season that defied every expectation imaginable. There’s one man who personifies […]
Read more "From Friday Night Lights to a Super Bowl win: The Eagles player with a big nickname and even bigger heart"Halapoulivaati Vaitai faced the matchup from hell against Minnesota in veteran pass rusher, Everson Griffen. With 13 sacks on the year, Griffen has been a monster while Vaitai’s had his fair share of struggles. Surprisingly however, it was the Eagles LT who came out on top. Why? Let’s find out… “I thought Big V played, […]
Read more "Eagles Film Room: Did Halapoulivaati Vaitai really shut down Everson Griffen?"The Eagles completely decimated the Minnesota Vikings in the NFC Championship game in one of the most complete performances of the season. Offensively, the Eagles were sound. Nick Foles was able to toss 3 touchdowns en route to a 352 yard game that pushed the offense all the way back to Minnesota to compete in the […]
Read more "Halapoulivaati Vaitai silenced the NFC’s fiercest pass-rusher, is he the heir to Eagles LT throne?"Carson Wentz vs Jared Goff. For the second time in as many weeks, the Eagles face a star-studded quarterback showdown. While the lights shine bright on the pride of the 2016 Draft class, there is a much bigger matchup at stake. The Eagles have done a great job of patching over the hole left by […]
Read more "Did the Seahawks expose a fatal flaw in the Eagles Offense?"A team doesn’t amass a 9-1 record by chance. The Philadelphia Eagles have done nothing but shine as the year has progressed, with every hurdle, obstacle, and adverse event being completely trampled by a selfless mentality. Doug Pederson was hired to be a coach who emotionally connects with his players…and that’s exactly what he’s done. […]
Read more "Embracing individuality may be the secret formula behind Eagles scintillating 9-1 record"The Eagles escaped with a win in Monday Night’s clash against Washington, but they will face some of their toughest challenges yet moving forward. Nine-time Pro-Bowler Jason Peters tore both his ACL and MCL in the victory and was carted off away from a huddle of every Eagles player who sprinted on the field from […]
Read more "Passing the torch: Halapoulivaati Vaitai has a chance to become heir to Eagles LT throne"