11/14/2008

RE: Would you expect anything else?

Speaking of Chad Johnson....

Is it just me, or does anyone else think he'd be the perfect target for the Eagles this off-season? There is still a shot at the playoffs, but all things considered, this team could be better.

Ideally, the Eagles could:
1. Bring back Donovan McNabb
2. Use Brian Westbrook and Correll Buckhalter as a 1-2 backfield punch.
3. Use the  two first round draft picks to sign some impact rookies (wishful thinking, I know)
4. Keep Jim Johnson and the defense, making small tweaks where necessary.
5. See what the market is like for Lito Sheppard

And last, but not least, sign Johnson. Here is why:
1. Everyone refers to what McNabb did with a real weapon at wide receiver like they're referring to the love of their life who got away. Indeed, 31 TD's and 8 INT's with a 64 percent completion percentage is nothing to scoff at.
2. Johnson will be coming off a down here. You might be able to use that to get a discount, but more importantly, it'll make him work harder to prove himself (think Randy Moss circa 2008).
3. All the other receivers will move down a spot. Kevin Curtis as a two. And a sophomore DeSean Jackson as a three?... Nice.
4. Most importantly.... there is a good chance his jersey will literally say "Ocho Cinco".

Sound good? Or do the cons outweigh the pros for 85? 


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