On the other hand, the act of spitting on anything can be viewed by some as a very lowbrow, classless maneuver. Like everything with the Eagles, some fans loved it and some hated it. Twitter user Rev's response was my favorite, saying Spadaro goes from "slurper to spitter.
Spadaro has offered an apology on the Eagles website , "As you may have seen, I went too far with my Spudcam video prior to Sunday's game against the Cowboys. Spadaro at Eagles headquarters in South Philly. Photograph by Christopher Leaman. With the Birds set to open training camp in three short days, the part of town that worships at the altar of Merrill Reese on Sundays is brimming with optimism — as usual at this time of year, when losses have yet to pile up and the possibility of contending for a championship fills the minds of hopeful fans.
Radio technicians are busy setting up for a broadcast hosted by former Eagles linebacker and special-teams ace Ike Reese — a Pro Bowler during that enchanting yet ultimately dissatisfying run to the Super Bowl following the regular season.
But nobody here in Crabfries Heaven seems to either notice or care. Instead, fans are magnetically drawn to Spadaro, a visually striking man who, over the past 20 years, has become one of the most recognizable faces in the Eagles ecosystem.
He waves politely to acknowledge this odd ritualistic tribute, which strikes me as similar to what a Mafia don would receive while parading his turf. Fans want to be Spadaro — and who can blame them? He posts daily news, analysis and videos to the official Eagles website. He hosts an Eagles podcast. The fact that Spadaro is a member of the Eagles communications department and cashes checks cut by Jeffrey Lurie puts him in a bit of a bind, though, when it comes to working with his more loose-lipped peers in the media.
Displayed prominently in his office at the team practice facility — amid priceless Birds memorabilia collected over the years — is a piece of paper with a quote from Kevin Cooney, a veteran sportswriter for the Bucks County Courier Times. I am a homer; who cares? But I try to remain balanced, and I understand my audience.
I would say 30 years in the business would suggest yes. We have a tremendous following. When the Eagles win, everything in this city is better. Other times, Spadaro is simply fed information by the organization. Just so we can tell our story, get our perspective out there.
A typical day at the office is hard to quantify for Spadaro, who lives in Brewerytown and has a college-age daughter and son. His focus is on delivering a win for Eagles fans this Sunday.
The coordinators recapped the win over the Falcons before eyeing up the home opener with San Francisco. Mailata's incredible road to becoming the starting left tackle is a case study in scouting, coaching, and development.
New Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon matches wits with a new head coach who he is quite familiar with in Arthur Smith. The Falcons don't have Julio Jones anymore, but there are plenty of other options including their first-round pick ready to step in. With two rookie head coaches set to make their debut, the team that executes and adjusts best will win. From long shot to left tackle, the fourth-year pro remains hungry as ever in his transition to starter.
Unfairly labeled as a blocking tight end, Stoll proved that he can be an all-around player with the ability to flash on special teams as well. He's the only rookie free agent from to make the initial man roster. The three-time Pro Bowl tight end is looking forward to the season with the Eagles.
Also, Gardner Minshew spoke with the media for the first time since being traded to Philadelphia. Where did the Eagles go heavy? How many rookies made the team? What will happen with the practice squad?
Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro shines a light on all of that and more. The two players were activated by the team on Monday and practiced for the first time this season. All eyes will be on the quest to get to the player limit by Tuesday afternoon, but there's lots of other roster-building avenues in store for the Eagles.
The Eagles send the Jaguars a conditional sixth-round pick in Four joint practices and three preseason games are in the books. Before looking ahead to the regular season, let's reflect on the past month of Eagles football. The head coach and key veterans discuss how the joint practices improved the team over the past two weeks.
With the final week of the preseason underway and the regular-season opener creeping closer, just how much do we know about the Eagles? Sanders wants to 'take it to the next level' both as a runner and in the passing game in his third NFL season. The rookie wide receiver has plenty to learn from after a night that started with quarterback Jalen Hurts' late scratch. Defensive Coordinator Jonathan Gannon discusses the transition to a new scheme and what he wants to see from his unit in the second outing.
The former Pro Bowl running back knows how the league felt about him at the end of the season. At 26 years old, he's battling for his football life. The arrival of the Patriots spiced up the competition on Monday as the Eagles hosted the first of two joint practices.
Now that the dust has settled from Thursday night's debut against the Steelers, here's a look at what you may have missed from the game. There was plenty to like from Nick Sirianni's first outing as a head coach, but several teaching points for the players as well. Thursday night will provide a unique opportunity for the new coaching staff and second-year players like wide receiver Jalen Reagor, who missed out on the preseason last season. There are several encouraging signs from the rookie head coach as the team continues to improve.
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