April 2011 - Philadelphia Eagles Wiretap
Eagles Sending Mikell Mixed Messages
Quintin Mikell wants to re-sign with the Eagles and appears willing to offer a hometown discount, but does the team want him back?
"At this point I really don't know," Mikell said. "I want to be back here and hopefully it can work out. I'm a loyal person and I know the Eagles are a loyal franchise. It's what I want and hopefully it's what they want, too."
Mikell, 30, may not resolve his future until right before the 2011 season due to the NFL's current work stoppage.
Eagles Great Bednarik Cleared To Leave Hospital
Pro Football Hall of Famer Chuck Bednarik is expected to be released from a Pennsylvania hospital this week.
Bednarik, 85, was listed in serious condition after he was admitted last week with shortness of breath.
"He was up and walking around today and eating more," Ken Safarowic, a spokesman for the family, told The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Bednarik played linebacker and center for the Eagles. His game-saving tackle helped the Eagles claim the 1960 NFL championship, the last title won by the franchise.
Jason Peters Arrested For Resisting Arrest
Eagles offensive lineman Jason Peters, 29, was arrested early Saturday for allegedly blaring music and resisting arrest in Shreveport, La.
Police said they heard the music coming from Peters' vehicle and when they approached the Eagles lineman, he refused to provide identification, leading to the resisting arrest charge.
He was released on bond soon after.
According to TMZ, Peters was in town as a celebrity guest of rapper Rick Ross, who was arrested Saturday in a separate incident in Shreveport.
Eagles Hall Of Famer Bednarik In Serious Condition
Eagles Hall of Famer Chuck Bednarik is in serious condition in a hospital near his Pennsylvania home, according to an ESPN.com report on Thursday.
A nursing supervisor at St. Luke's Hospital in Bethlehem would not provide additional information on the condition of the 85-year-old former star linebacker.
Cards Expressing Most Interest In Kolb
Of the teams that are looking into trading for Eagles quarterback Kevin Kolb, the Cardinals are the most interested, according to a source.
One team has offered Philadelphia a first-round pick and numerous teams have made serious offers.
Eagles Have Been Offered First-Rounder For Kolb
The Eagles have been offered a first-round draft pick for quarterback Kevin Kolb by at least one team, according to a league source.
While Eagles president Joe Banner would not confirm the offer, he did say that there was a "more aggressive market" for Kolb than there was for Donovan McNabb last spring.
"You can figure if there's a quarterback that a number of teams are interested in, you're going to end up with some meaningful compensation," Banner said. "You can kind of figure out what that means and speculate from there. That's the situation we're in."
Eagles Hoping Kolb's Value Will Increase
The popular belief is that the Eagles will trade Kevin Kolb at some point and that they are waiting for his value to increase as teams scurry to find a quarterback.
The league has suspended transactions during the current lockout and depending on when a new labor agreement is reached, teams may be left with little time to fill needs.
Philadelphia dealt Donovan McNabb within the division a year ago and they aren't believed to be afraid of facing Kolb.
Eagles Like Prince Amukamara
The Eagles may be interested in Nebraska cornerback Prince Amukamara, according to Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
The Eagles, however, would have to trade up from their current draft spot in order to have a shot at getting the defensive back.
They have the 23rd overall pick and RealGM's Jeff Risdon has Amukamara going 18th to the Chargers in his latest mock draft.
Vick, Dungy Visit Florida Prison
Michael Vick and former NFL coach Tony Dungy joined about 35 volunteers from Abe Brown Ministries in a visit to a Tampa-area prison Saturday.
Vick shared his own experiences with them as well as the lessons he learned from his incarceration.
Eagles Not Rushing To Shop Kolb
Philadelphia coach Andy Reid says teams have already expressed interest in QB Kevin Kolb, but the Eagles are in no hurry to part with their backup, according to an NFL.com report.
"As this thing pick up, I’m sure it will continue," Reid told the team's official website on Thursday. "He’s ours. Everything else from there is easy.
"It’s kind of like what I said last year (about Donovan McNabb). If people are interested, they’ll come to you. But on the other hand, do we love Kevin Kolb? Are you kidding me?"
Kolb has one year left on his contract, and has let it be known that he wants to be a starting quarterback next season.
Vick Co-Defendant Back In Custody
Quanis Phillips was shot in the leg after a birthday bash for Michael Vick at a Virginia Beach nightclub in June.
Vick To Endorse Performance Wristbands
Michael Vick is slowly building his endorsement income back up.
Eagles Tampering With Westbrook?
Brian Westbrook, who can't talk with any team other than the 49ers, says he regularly talks to Eagles coach Andy Reid.
Kolb May Be Fit For Seahawks
The Seahawks are reportedly one of at least three teams interested in Kevin Kolb.
Three Teams Debating Trade For Kolb
The NFL is currently restricting teams from making moves as a new collective bargaining agreement is discussed.
Westbrook Open To Philadelphia Return
Brian Westbrook spent the 2010 season in San Francisco.
Eagles, Browns To Work Out Van Dyke
Miami cornerback Demarcus Van Dyke ran the fastest 40-yard dash at last week's combine.
Vick Canceled Oprah Appearance Because Of Labor, Contract Concerns
Michael Vick didn't want to address either the NFL's labor uncertainty or his own contract situation.
Vick Ready To Work Out With Teammates In Event Of Lockout
Michael Vick and the Eagles won't get out of shape if the NFL enters a work stoppage.
Akers Turns Down Offer From Eagles
The Eagles can match any offer David Akers receives, but they won't get compensation in return if they decline to do so.
Vick To Sign $16M Tender With Eagles
The Eagles and Michael Vick have expressed interest in coming to terms on a long-term contract.