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NFL Preseason

The NFL Preseason has officially started and I'm too excited:


The only bad thing is that I have to work during most of the games:


My disappointment is neither here nor there. I have never really had a favorite NFL team but I have always loved Michael Vick (I even have the Atlanta Falcons #7 jersey to prove it!) Needless to say, I was ecstatic when he made his return to the NFL with the Eagles. Because of Vick, I have been more inclined to watch the Eagles and I must say that I have been impressed (I won't say I'm a fan though for fear of being placed on the bandwagon!) With that being said, the Eagles have gone on a shopping spree in free agency! Here's who they've acquired:

Nnamdi Asomugha: Cornerback
Jason Babin: Defensive Lineman
Vince Young: Quaterback
Steve Smith: Wide Receiver
Ronnie Brown: Running Back
Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie: Cornerback
Anthony Hargrove: Defensive Lineman
Ryan Harris: Offensive Tackle
Johnnie Lee Higgins: Wide Receiver
Cullen Jenkins: Defensive End
Derek Landri: Defensive Tackle
Donald Lee: Tight End
Evan Mathis: Guard
Jarrad Page Safety
Chris Wilson: Defensive End

With all of these changes, some people have begun touting the Eagles as the Dream Team (just ask the Miami Heat how that can end up.) I'm not going to lie, all of these additions do sound nice in theory and on paper but let's be realistic. How long have these players had to play with each other? There was no real preparation. These guys have to get into a rhythm. I'm excited to see how things turn out. I do believe that they have a real chance this year.

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