Walston had over 5,300 career receiving yards, 80 made field goals and 365 extra points, all with the Eagles. The long snapper arrived in 2010, a year ahead of Watt. In 13 games, he collected 100 tackles and 13 sacks. White was the best Eagles defensive lineman ever. Bobby Walston was the Eagles former scoring leader at 881 points but was later broke and is currently held by David Akers. Following the releases of veterans Trent Cole and Todd Herremans in the 2015 offseason, Dorenbos became the Eagles' longest tenured player. He was the last of the 60 minutes men. Getty Images. Brian Dawkins became a legend in Philadelphia for his hits. Brian Dawkins One of the most popular Eagles ever, the Pro Football Hall Of Fame safety embodied Philadelphia with his hard-hitting. You just never know. She graduated from Penn State University and now works in the medical field. The play is the first and only walk off punt return touchdown in NFL history. He made five straight Pro Bowls after his rookie year. He was the face and heart of the franchises memory well after he retired in 1962. In 2009, he won a Mid Atlantic Emmy Award for his performances. Bednarik is easily the. Between them, theyve played 512 games and counting for the Eagles. Asante Samuel was a free agent pickup for the Eagles formerly of the Patriots in 2008. Despite leaving Philly in 2009, Dawkins still has love for the fans he left behind. Shady should finish his Eagles career as one of the best Eagles' running backs of all time. Brandon Graham embraces the magnitude of the Super Bowl, while Lane Johnson appreciates the long process of building a winner. Since 1933, the Eagles have played across the city and brought fans thrills and heartaches. Following the news, the Eagles signed him to a one-year deal worth $14 million. Heres where he ranks among edge players league wide the last five seasons: Early last season, it looks pretty obvious that Graham would get to his first Pro Bowl but his pace cooled significantly in the second half of the season. Since the trade 10 years ago, Peters has become the longest-tenured player in the Eagles' locker room. Randall finished his Eagles career with over 22,000 passing yards and over 4,400 rushing yards. His 19 career interceptions and two career touchdowns don't tell the whole story. Bednarik is easily the best Eagles linebacker of all time. In his six years with the Eagles so far, defensive end Trent Cole has already racked up 57 sacks, two Pro Bowl bids and was named to NFL Network's Top 100 Players of 2010, voted by the players. [5] Dorenbos originally attended Golden West College in Huntington Beach, California. He's the best I've seen this year. After his playing career, Walters spent time as the Eagles color commentator from 1984-1998 and was inducted to the Eagles Honor Roll. If that happens all with the Eagles, hed be the first player in franchise history to ever do that. Is a Rodney McLeod reunion in Philadelphia likely. Thomas was one of the greatest pass coverage linebackers in NFL history. 13 on April 22, 2010. In the short time he accomplished a lot. On August 2, 1992, when he was 12, his mother, Kathy, was killed by his father, Alan, a software specialist. the longest-tenured Eagle and one of the classiest men to ever don midnight green, will return for the 2023 season after agreeing to terms on a one-year deal on Friday. From Steve Van Buren to the last of the 60 minutes men, Chuck Bednarik to Reggie White to Brian Dawkins to the players of today. In his time in Philly he has set records and brought the Eagles on the brink of greatness time and time again. He is now eager to return for his 13th season, and is set on making it to year 15 with the Eagles. When he was elected to the Hall of Fame the night before the Eagles faced the Patriots in Super Bowl LII, it may have been the emotional high the team needed to pull off the historic upset. Quite the controversial player lately, Derek Barnett joined the Eagles in 2017 as a first-round draft pick. You have to consider everything these players accomplished and for some one the list, are still accomplishing. Bill Bergey played his final seven seasons in the NFL with the Eagles from 1974 to 1980. He eclipsed that number the following year but it wasnt league-best. Rodney McLeod 16. Reggie White passed away due to a fatal cardiac arrhythmia. In 2020, Graham was selected for his first Pro Bowl one that came surprisingly late, but it was well earned. It was close to deciding #1 in franchise history. Peters had been with the Eagles since 2009. He was not signed for training camp in 2006, but was re-signed on October 13 by the Titans for an October 15 game against the Washington Redskins. He still keeps a video of that strip-sack on his phone for whenever he needs some extra motivation. Ojomo was born in Lagos, Nigeria. He is also a supporter of education and has donated money to support schools in the Philadelphia area. The starting five of that Louisville team was all African American. Steve Van Buren had to catch three trolleys and walk 12 blocks in order to make the game on time. The Philadelphia Eagles are one of the longest-tenured NFL franchises. The Eagles 1957 pick from Oklahoma became a star at Franklin Field on the Penn campus. Essentially, this created a new team, leaving very few Philadelphia veterans left. In 2021, Philadelphia waived him, however, he was re-signed to the roster the following day. He was inducted into the Eagles Honor Roll in 1993. [15] On February 4, 2018, the Eagles won Super Bowl LII; Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie promised after the game that Dorenbos would receive a Super Bowl ring alongside the rest of the organization. The Birds will have 20 former best Eagles players enshrined in Canton when COVID-19 allows Harold Carmichael to accept the honor. After the 2001 season Trotter decided to test the free agent market where he signed Washington Redskins in 2002. In 1973, his first full season as a starter, he led the league with 67 catches for 1,116 yards in a 14-game season. He made his first of nine career Pro Bowls in 1999. Duce is currently back with the Eagles as the Special Teams Quality Control coach. With an 11-1 record this season, theres a chance they can add another championship to their collective resume this season. After getting traded to the New Orleans Saints in the 2017 preseason, it was discovered Dorenbos had an aortic aneurysm that required immediate surgery and ended his career. In that time, the Eagles have had some of the best players in league history. Here is my attempt at taking 78 years worth of players and picking just the 50 best since 1933. While he finished his career in 1984 with archrival Dallas, everyone remembers him as one of the best Eagles players of all time. Moro is Philadelphia's final selection this weekend; here's what you need to know about the 6-foot-2, 292-pound defensive tackle before he joins the rest of his draft class in Philadelphia. KANSAS CITY, Mo. Fred Barnett was a wide receiver for the Eagles from 1990-1995. As the Eagles gear up for the Monday night clash with the Washington Commanders, hear from several players in the Eagles' locker room. An all-time great, Lane Johnson is part of one of the best (if not, the best) offensive lines in the league. That's still his goal. His career field goal percentage is just under 82% and his extra point percentage is an impressive just under 99%. Since 2017, hes totaled 76 quarterback hits. Herman Edwards was the Eagles cornerback from 1977-1985. Most fans know him for ending Frank Giffords career with a thundering clothesline at Yankee Stadium in 1960. Brandon Graham shares how important it is to seize the moment since these opportunities don't come along often. Assuming the Eagles move on from Jason Peters this offseason, Graham will be the longest-tenured Eagles player and the second-longest-tenured athlete among the four major sports teams in Philadelphia behind just the Flyers' Claude Giroux. Retzlaff was one of the most versatile offensive weapons during the 50's and 60's. Barnett has one of the longest plays in Eagles history, a 95 yard touchdown pass from Randall Cunningham in 1990 against the Buffalo Bills. [16] Dorenbos was presented with his Super Bowl ring on June 21, 2018. Id be lying if I had an answer to that one, Kelce said. A good time in the NFL is considered between 0.70 seconds and 0.75 seconds. The Eagles have made the playoffs in seven different decades now and comparing the greats from all these different eras is pretty difficult. He was later named to the 1940's All Decade Team, The Eagles Honor Roll, and the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1970. He went to six Pro Bowls, including five in his first six pro seasons. It was heartbreaking when the team let the 35-year-old walk in 2009. [9] He played in all 16 games in 2009, and made four special team tackles. He was the first player to return to kickoffs for touchdowns in the same game. Pistol Pete played halfback, tight end and wide receiver. He came back that year and beat Philly but his career never really did much more. The Philadelphia Eagles have had a storied but tumultuous 78 years in pro football. Heres a look at Grahams splits last season: First eight games: 7 sacks, 25 tackles, 9 TFLs, 11 QB hits, 2 FF, 1 FR; Eagles record was 3-4-1, Last eight games: 1 sack, 21 tackles, 4 TFLs, 5 QB hits; Eagles record was 1-7. In fact, there are only eight Eagles players remaining who have been wearing midnight green for five or more seasons. Ben Weinrib. His hard hitting and aggressive play fit right in with newly hired coach Buddy Ryan in 1986. McNabb had his bad stretch in 2008 and didn't realize that games could end in ties but other than that handled everything with class and dignity. He only made one Pro Bowl in his career but deserved a couple more invites. He finished in 3rd place for the season, with Austrian magician and mentalist duo The Clairvoyants in second place and singer/song writer Grace VanderWaal as the winner.[20][21]. The continued development of Cunningham as a complete quarterback and the intense ability of the defense going into the 1991 season had the Eagles poised to finally bring home the Lombardi Trophy by tragedy struck. To date, Cox is the fifth all-time in sacks (58.0), sixth in forced fumbles (14), third in tackles for a loss (78), and second in quarterback hits (142) for Philadelphia. Just watch the relentless Brandon Graham bounce around the field, bringing the juice to Eagles practice. Hear from several Eagles players, including tight end Dallas Goedert, who could return from Injured Reserve for this week's game. The Minister of Defense was the biggest star on a talented Eagles roster and always commanded attention. Brian Dawkins, possibly the most beloved Philadelphia athlete sincewell maybe ever. Ranked #2 is a man who was key to the franchises resurgence in the 2000s and will live on in the Delaware Valley as the most intense man on the field when he wore the midnight green. More importantly, he announced he wasnt retiring something all Eagles fas were happy about. And he might be the best in a lot of years, maybe among the top guys I've ever seenBut I'll tell you, Dorenbos is something else, he really is, man." Having a left tackle that is not only a great player but made over 99% of his starts is something that should not be over looked. Jason Peters was a tight end in college at Arkansas and was undrafted in the 2004 NFL Draft. Randall Cunningham was the "Ultimate Weapon" at quarterback. As a former first-round draft pick, the defensive tackle is a First-team All-Pro, three-time Second-team All-Pro, and six-time Pro Bowler. Brown, Jordan Mailata, and Brandon Graham all spoke with the media about their days off and more. Ive been here with BG and Kelce the whole time and its a special group of guys thats played a lot of ball, thats won a championship in this city. For his career, Bednarik collected 21 interceptions and 20 recovered fumbles. This performance resulted in his advancing to the Top 10 finals on September 13, 2016, where he told an inspirational story while manipulating playing cards that the judges signed. Us three always go out there. New England Patriots - no surprise here: Tom Brady has been around since 2000; the runner up is Vince Wilfork, who came aboard in 2004. The Eagles went on to win their first franchise championship with a 41-33 victory. But Graham didnt say that was the reason. Between 1999-2001, Trotter was the starting middle linebacker for the Eagles and the anchor in their run defense. NFL Longest Tenured Players 2023 Quiz - By knockgames Popular Quizzes Today 1 Find the US States - No Outlines Minefield 2 Find the Countries of Europe - No Outlines Minefield 3 Countries of the World 4 European Microstates: Smallest to Largest Sports NFL QUIZ LAB SUBMISSION Random Sports or NFL Quiz NFL Longest Tenured Players 2023 Graham is currently the longest tenured Eagles player. Jason Peters is the left tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles. "Man, it feels good," Graham said in a text message to NBC Sports Philadelphia. Back in 2017, the Elias Sports . On March 11, 2013, he re-signed with the Eagles. He was the backbone for that defense. When youre good, you cant get them off your coattails and when youre bad, oh, they let you know.. Maxie Baughan was a linebacker for the Philadelphia Eagles his first six years in the league including the 1960 championship season. Tight end Brent Celek, the longest-tenured member of the Philadelphia Eagles, was released by the team on Tuesday in a move that will free up some much-needed salary . Sheldon Brown was a cornerback for the Eagles from 2002-2009. He had just 3.5 sacks and 35 tackles in 16 games, and fans are hoping that was just a fluke. The Eagles drafted Graham at No. Brandon Graham is the longest-tenured Eagles player, entering the NFL in 2010 when practices were actually practices, with the sound of pads clacking daily and gallons of sweat and ounces of blood . Bobby Taylor was a part of that great secondary the Eagles had in the early 2000's with Brian Dawkins and Troy Vincent. Twice he led the league in receiving TDs (yeah, it was 9 in 1958 but it was a 12-game season and throwing the ball was a lot harder and less prioritized). Hugh Douglas was the Eagles defensive end from 1998-2002 and again in 2004 after a unsuccessful stint with the Jacksonville Jaguars in 2003. He is one of the best deep threats in the game and is capable of scoring any time he touches the ball thanks to his electrifying speed. Just one problem: the game wasnt being postponed for the snow. When talking about the best Eagles players of all time, Brian Westbrook should ALWAYS be mentioned. [5] He made five special team tackles in 2008. Van Buren lived in Drexel Hill and had to get to Shibe Park on North Broad. David Akers was easily the best kicker of the 2000's and should eventually be a in the Hall of Fame. I think its really hard in this league to do. With the Flyers trading Claude Giroux to the Florida Panthers on Saturday night, Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham is now officially the longest-tenured athlete in Philadelphia sports.. Giroux . You also have to consider just what they did for the Eagles. Since 1933, the Eagles have played across the city and brought fans thrills and heartaches. His best season came in 1992 where he amassed 19 sacks during that season. This will be. Cunningham would regain his starting job the following year but never fully got his speed back and was never the same. The #2 overall pick in the 1999 draft became one of the best Eagles players of all time. One day, all three will be immortalized in the Eagles Hall of Fame and theyre already legends for being major contributors in the only Super Bowl victory in franchise history. Tom Brady (333), 2. Those are moments you never forget, Cox said this week. Frustrations boiled over late in the fourth quarter . [19] In the quarterfinal round of the Live Shows, Dorenbos asked all 4 judges to draw something on paper, predicted which judge drew what, and then a bottle was broken that contained his correct predictions of all of the judges' drawings. Obviously, the Eagles in general really struggled in the second half of the season but those struggles definitely coincided with the drop-off in stats for Graham. In the semifinals, he asked the judges to throw a football at a U.S. map, then revealed 4 quarters from a locked chest whose "tail" sides represented the states hit by the judges' footballs. Dorenbos was personally interviewed by only six teams. He was a finalist on season 11 of the television program America's Got Talent, performing his magic acts. For the first several years of his career, Graham couldnt shake the comparisons. Dorenbos also played for the Tennessee Titans and Philadelphia Eagles, with whom he played 11 seasons and played in 162 consecutive games. He was placed on the non-football illness list by the Saints the same day, and released with an injury settlement on September 9 before retiring. He ran like a running back but blocked like a fullback. Stoutland, who boasts 39 years of coaching experience, has developed some of the league's most prolific offensive lines, tutoring Pro Bowl players during each of his first nine seasons in Philadelphia. The middle linebacker once recorded 233 tackles in a single season. Asante has received a lot of flak the past couple seasons for his lack of tackling ability, but is still one of the best cornerbacks in the game right now. Go inside the locker room after the 35-10 win over the Tennessee Titans and hear from linebackers Haason Reddick and Nakobe Dean, wide receiver DeVonta Smith, running back Miles Sanders, and defensive end Brandon Graham. In late 2016, the Eagles signed him, and he earned the long snapping job the following season. He played 11 years before retiring after winning that championship ring. [citation needed], On January 20, 2010, Dorenbos was named to the NFC's Pro Bowl team. CLICK HERE FOR FULL BIO 2022 SEASON Solo 16 SCK 11 FF 2 INT -- STANDINGS Summary Career Logs Splits Situational Recent Games Career Stats Defense Career He finished his career with 20 career interceptions and was a leader on that great 1960 defense. He was the lone bright spot in an otherwise poor pass blocking offensive line during the 2010 season. In a game against Noll's Browns, Bednarik nailed Noll in the face on a fourth down punt. The Eagles are 9-3 in coin tosses this season. He also had over 3,700 yards rushing and 3,300 yards receiving and overcame a serious problem with fumbles the cost him his job with the Packers during his rookie season in 1959. Copyright 2023 Philadelphia Eagles. Following the releases of veterans Trent Cole and Todd Herremans in the 2015 offseason, Dorenbos became the Eagles' longest tenured player. Still an absolute bowling ball of a game wrecker, Graham last season had 8 sacks, 13 TFLs, 46 tackles, 16 QB hits and two forced fumbles. With new coach Andy Reid, the team would win four straight division titles and make their first Super Bowl in over 20 years. They were calling him a bust and they were saying they should have gotten JPP (Jason Pierre-Paul) or Earl Thomas, Tasha Graham said. Philadelphia selected the center in the sixth-round of the 2011 NFL Draft, becoming the first rookie in Eagles history to start all 16 games at the position. Yeah, man, I just know that next year is going to look different, Graham said. Heres an updated look at the longest-tenured athletes in the four major sports in the city: Giroux held the crown for just over four years, taking that distinction from Brent Celek when Celek retired in 2018 after the Eagles won Super Bowl LII. Thomas was a part of some great offensive lines in the early 2000's that helped turn the Eagles franchise around and instill some stability in an offense that badly needed it. Under the defensive-minded Ryan, White was nearly unstoppable. Carmichael was a member of the NFL's 1970's All Decade Team and the Eagles' 75th Anniversary Team. The fact thatakickercracks the top 50 for a franchise that has been around 78 years says something. Wp Get the full experience. For a decade, McNabb was the only Eagles news report being talked about. Norm was a thee time Pro Bowler as an Eagle and the AP Co-MVP in 1960. The Eagles won three divisional titles in Pete's first three years. Two time NFL Champion with 5,860 career rushing yards and 69 rushing touchdowns. He was a loose, fun guy to watch, dancing in the end zones. He was also the Eagles punter and punt returner during his career as well. After Graham, Jason Kelce arrived in 2011 and Fletcher Cox arrived in 2012. In a 2015 story, Grahams mother, Tasha, recalled to NBC Sports Philadelphia how she wouldnt even wear her sons jersey to games because of the backlash. And for the last couple months, it has been those three taking the walk to midfield before every game for the coin flip. Nowadays, thatd be the 101 trolleys to 69th Street, the El to City Hall, and the Broad Street line. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Of course, its not really about the coin toss. He was a model of consistency and brought somestability to a franchise that had lost it once again. Lovato would go on to win Super Bowl LII with the Eagles and was selected to the Pro Bowl for the first time in 2019. He only missed one game and led an impressive secondary that was part of one of the most feared defenses in the league. He took the pass back 44 yards for a touchdown. He always played with his heart on his sleeve and was, The late great Chuck Bednarik was the last of the NFLs two-way greats, starring as center and linebacker for the Eagles for over a decade. Anyone whos woken up and seen the Delaware Valley covered in snow knows the feeling of, screw it, Im not going to work today. Injuries cut his career short but it was enough to make the all-40s team, the Hall of Fame, and the NFL All-100 team. Steve Van Buren did that on December 19, 1948, when the Eagles were supposed to meet the Chicago Cardinals for the NFL title for the second consecutive season. Afterward, apparently, no one offered to give him a ride back home, and he went back on public transportation. At free safety, he became a playmaker and hard hitter, pretty much ending Ike Hilliards career on a Monday Night at the Vet against the Giants. Though a positional change may be tough, Seumalo brings talent and experience to the team. 1. The Baron played for the Eagles for 11 seasons despite not making the Lions team three years before making the Eagles team. . During his freshman year, his best friend who was attending University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), Paul Tessier,[2] called to ask if he would like to be the long snapper for the UTEP Miners football team. Norm Van Brocklin lead the Eagles to a NFL Championship as the starting quarterback in the 1960 season. He has since recovered and is doing well. Westbrook was a two time All Pro with the Eagles and a member of the 75th Anniversary team. However, his best years were after the title run. Its unique and special, Kelce said. Jon Runyan is currently a US Congressman, representing New Jersey's third district. The fact that all three of us have been around for that long, its rare and its cool. Wilbert Montgomery was the Eagles running back in 1977-1984. Love him or hate him, McNabb being at the top of that Eagles depth chart was the biggest reason why they were so successful. Troy Vincent is currently the Vice President of the NFL Player Engagement Organization and is one of the greatest ambassadors the NFL has ever had. March 3: Eagles release OLB Trent Cole : After the Eagles released Herremans, Cole became the longest-tenured Eagles player on the roster. William Thomas was the starting left tackle for the Eagles from 1998-2008. He lead the Eagles' fourth quarter comeback to lead Eagles to a 17-13 victory of the Packers. "And I hope I can be here a couple more years to try and get to 15 (years) before I pass the torch to somebody else.". [2], In 2016, he performed on the eleventh season of America's Got Talent and made it through the auditions with a card trick. In 1993, he returned four of his six INTs for touchdowns and also forced three fumbles. All three are in the top 10 in games played in franchise history. And now, as unlikely as it seemed early in his career, hes the longest-tenured active athlete in the City of Philadelphia. Brandon Graham paced the Eagles' nine-sack effort with 2.5 in Sunday's win over the Commanders. He was part hard hitter, part leader, part coverage ace. On the latest Audible, presented by DraftKings, Brandon Graham was mic'd up for his return to the field after missing almost all of the 2021 season due to injury. He was 44 years old at his time of death. Chuck resents the players of today because the game has become a lot softer than it was during his time. With 20 interceptions in his first three seasons with the Eagles and no signs of slowing down at age 30, he should pass Eric Allen with the most interceptions in Eagles history. [18] In the Judge Cuts round, Dorenbos got the golden buzzer from guest judge Ne-Yo and immediately advanced to the next round. Montgomery finished his Eagles career with over 9,000 total yards and 103 total touchdowns. He is still regarded as one of the best return man in NFL history and one of the most explosive running backs during his era. For 13 seasons, Harold Carmichael stood out on the line of scrimmage for the Eagles. Sisemore was a key cog in the Eagles turnaround after coach Dick Vermeil took over in the late 70's. Thomas received three Pro Bowl bids and was a part of the 75th Anniversary Philadelphia Eagles team. The legendary Chuck Bednarik holds the record with 14. White won Defensive Player of the Year in 87 in a season interrupted by a strike. As he enters the 2022 season (his 12th season with the Eagles), the 34-year-old will continue building upon his 122 consecutive start streak. Waters was one of the most fiercest players in the NFL during his prime. During Week 2 of the 2021 season, Graham suffered a torn Achilles, ending his season early. In 1985, Mike Quick had one of the longest plays in NFL history. Matt Ryan (234), 3. According to Football Outsiders, LeSean had a 58% success rate on short yardage situations which is better than a lot of bigger running backs like Michael Bush and Frank Gore. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. He now has 118 moving into the 2022 season. So Im sucking my stomach in so that when they give me them pictures, Im looking good.. The flea-flicker he threw to Donte Stallworth in Houston in 06 was a testament to his total body strength. All rights reserved. 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Norm Van Brocklin won a title, Jaws took his team to a title and Randall Cunningham was the most impressive offensive weapon in his prime but Donovan was better and for longer. The two players taken after him were Earl Thomas and Jason Pierre-Paul. You know what? NFL Network's coverage of the 2023 NFL Draft from Kansas City kicks off Thursday, April 27 at 8 PM with first-round coverage provided by 2023 Sports Emmy nominee and the longest-tenured current Draft host Rich Eisen, draft expert Daniel Jeremiah, CBS's No. The Eagles proceeded to fire Andy Reid, the longest-tenured and winningest coach in team history. A.J. Van Buran was the best Eagles Running Back every, even if you werent alive to see him play! Reggie was elected into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006. Joe Flacco 19. Barnett has one of the longest plays in Eagles. Peters had been with the Eagles since 2009. White was the only played to ever rack up 20 plus sacks while playing 12 or fewer games. But he only played for the Eagles one season.

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