Reid, not McNabb, is the problem

By Doug Webb

After several turnovers the last two weeks, Philly is all over Donovan McNabb. But he’s not the root of the problem.

Until last week, the Tennessee Titans were the class of the NFL. 10-0, and dominating all opponents. Winning games at home, on the road, from behind, with the run, with the pass. They were… perfect.

So, what’s the difference between Tennessee and Philadelphia?

Besides four losses and a tie, not much. Both teams have an effective defense. Neither team has standout receivers. When healthy, their running backs can carry the team. The only thing the Titans have is a bruising option in the back field.
If anything, the scales tilt for the Eagles because their QB is better, even if he’s not playing like it.

So again, what’ the difference?

Answer: The head coaching/philosophy.

When the Titans were winning, they were establishing the run with Chris Johnson and Lendale White. Then, if they needed, Kerry Collins could complete a pass when called upon.

The Eagles pass-happy strategy wouldn’t work in Madden, let alone the NFL. If Jeff Fisher was coaching the Eagles, and had a short yardage back, the Eagles would have two, maybe three more wins, and sitting in second place in the NFC East.

The man who needs to go is Big Red, regardless of the remaining years on his contract. He’s driving this team into the ground.

More on my theory tomorrow...