Jon Runyan epitomized what it meant to be an Eagle.


Very rarely is a player unanimously like by the Philadelphia fanbase, but Jon Runyan was able to do just that. He was beloved by everyone in the city during his 10 years with the franchise.

Now, after not being able to find a home for the first 10 games of the season, it looks like Runyan has found a match across the country in San Diego to play for the Chargers.

Runyan has been extremely underrated during his NFL career, whether it be in Houston/Tennessee with the Oilers/Titans, or in Philadelphia with the Eagles. Right now, if we don't count his stay on free agency, Runyan has a starting streak of 190 regular season games.

The man is an absolute warrior and would have to be nearly crippled if he were to ever miss a game.

On top of his reliability, Runyan can change the entire demeanor of an offensive line. He's often called a dirty player, but he's really just a guy who plays the right tackle position the way it is supposed to be played: with an attitude.

That attitude infects the other four guys playing on that line with him and creates a wall of big men who will take your head off if for no other reason than to impress Jon.

In fact, a 2008 poll of NFL defensive players revealed that getting blocked by Runyan on a screen pass was one of the scariest things they could face.

Said Cortland Finnegan of the Tennessee Titans: "A screen with Jon Runyan with [Brian] Westbrook behind him," he said. "One-on-one with Runyan with Westbrook behind him for a touchdown. Oh my goodness. I know I am going to have to go through him if it's for a touchdown. I'm just thinking about what body part I am going to use that could be injured. Shoulder? Neck? Back? Those three things I would be highly worried about with Runyan.

With Jeromey Clary out for the year, Runyan would be the perfect guy to step in and not only fill a role, but to help that entire offensive line get better. A nasty guy like Runyan could really help get that running game going and make that Chargers offense even more scary.

And suddenly, I'd find myself rooting very quietly for the Chargers, just as I do with Dawk and the Broncos.
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Big Jon will find himself on a team very shortly, but not in Philly.


Initially I had figured that the Eagles would sign Runyan as a backup because of Shawn Andrews' recent placement on I.R., but apparently the Eagles are comfortable with their backups. Unlike some others, I didn't think Runyan would be the starter because it was easy to be impressed with Winston Justice at right tackle.

Evidently, the Eagles were as impressed as I was with Justice.

While the Eagles may have to do some shuffling along the line if Justice were to go down, they aren't real worried about it. They feel that they can take any lineman, regardless of natural position, and make him a starter anywhere along the line.

Reid doesn't keep linemen unless they're versatile, so it's safe to assume that any of the backups could fill in at tackle if need be. Obviously the Eagles don't plan on Justice getting injured, but if the worst were to happen, they aren't worried about finding his replacement.

As far as Runyan goes, he will probably want to go to a winning team with some line issues. The first team everyone thinks when that's said is, of course, the defending world champions and the Eagles cross-state rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Runyan could be a huge help to them, or a team like the Green Bay Packers who appear to be on the rise but could certainly use some help along their offensive line.

Expect Runyan to sign sometime this week, and probably be playing on Sunday.
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Does Winston Justice actually bring a facet that Runyan did not?


I put myself in the camp of still wanting Jon Runyan back with the Eagles. But if you look back at the film from Sunday's game you gotta see it as a good thing that the Eagles have moved on from Tra and Big Jon.

I am still on board with Runyan coming back. But if he comes back he comes as a back-up. I am liking the athleticism of the current OL too much to reach back into the past. With McNabb already injured the Eagles need an effective run game. The OL from Sunday is the most effective group for the run game.

And just wait until Herremans comes back!

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Could we see the big guy back in the lineup for the Birds in '09?


Just when it looked like the offensive line was coming together, we've all got another reason to doubt. A source close to the Eagles says that Jon Runyan was in the NovaCare complex today working out for his former team.

While having Runyan on the roster could be nothing but a good thing, it does open the door to more questions. Questions like, "Why?"

Why are the Eagles bringing in Runyan now when they've said they feel comfortable with their starters and the backups? Does this mean that Shawn Andrews isn't as healthy as he says and they don't trust Winston Justice? Or perhaps is it a simple case of upgrading the roster with a fantastic backup like Runyan?

These are all questions that will be kicked around over the next few days, and I'm sure they're questions that Reid will be confronted with.

From where I'm sitting it looks like a case of Reid just going after a guy he likes and a guy he knows to have on his offensive line. Reid gets criticized for a lot of things, but downplaying the importance of a good offensive line has never been one of them. He's always made the line, offense and defense, a number one priority.

Runyan definitely helps by bringing a familiar face in and helping out the younger guys, but it would be very difficult to see the big guy on the sidelines just watching. That's not what he wants, and that's not why he came back. He wants to play, he wants to start.

Hopefully, if he is brought in, it's not the start of a distraction in Philly.
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We all love Runyan, but is he still a starter in this league?


Good things come in 3s right? So Vick is back. Westbrook is back (or on the verge of coming back). What is # 3? How about Runyan being cleared to return to the football field AND coming back to the Eagles?

Yes I am fully aware that Big Jon's best days are behind him. Yes I am aware that he is coming off of major knee surgery. But (and despite the team reports hinting otherwise) I think the Eagles would be wise to resign Runyan.

Take a look at the OL rankings/charts on this website. Last season Runyan, playing injured, was still in the upper echelon of Right Tackles. (Per the website, Stacy Andrews is the 2nd lowest ranked RT. Maybe the Eagles are smart in keeping him at RG!)

- Runyan: 629 pass plays, only 7 sacks allowed for an average of .0111 sacks per pass play.

As an Eagles fan I would take a repeat of these numbers from tackles Peters, Justice, or Andrews this season.

Maybe Runyan can land himself a starting position elsewhere, but I see no downside of the Eagles offering/signing Runyan to a back-up position. Maybe the back-up position turns into a starting nod as the season progresses.

Until proven otherwise I will trust the coaching and media reports that Justice has turned the corner. Maybe the big guy is finally ready to deliver on his 2nd round (some scouts even had Winston as a possible 1st rounder) talent. With Runyan coming back from surgery, at this point, I actually feel more comfortable with Justice starting the season.

As I stated before I have no faith in Shawn Andrews. Sure he is better than both Justice and Runyan. But until he actually practices and plays he doesn't count to this fan. Too many things can go wrong with banking on Shawn performing well for an entire season.

So come on Eagles, give us that 3rd piece of good news. Signing Runyan seems like a pretty damn good insurance policy to this fan.
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Runyan is coming off of knee surgery, while Stewart Bradley just had his.


As reported yesterday, Runyan would be cleared medically today, and he has in fact been cleared.

Well, sorta.

He has been cleared to run and work out, but won't be cleared to hit anyone for about another two weeks. For a guy like Runyan, that's got to be driving him crazy.

It's no secret that Runyan wants to go to a team where he can start. He's not coming back for a 14th season with the intention of riding the pine and playing some sort of player-coach from the sidelines. This is a guy with too much love of the game and too much passion to ever be a backup.

Personally, I think Runyan is a Hall of Fame guy, and I've said that on multiple occasions. I hope the best for him in the rest of his career, whether it's in Philly or not.

Also, in some more semi-good knee surgery news, Stewart Bradley had successful surgery in Alabama with the go-to guy in dealing with sports injuries, Dr. James Andrews. Andrews has been the go-to guy for a while, even operating on Randall Cunningham back in '91 when he tore up his knee.

Still no word from the Eagles whether or not Bradley will head to I.R., but that seems to be his most likely landing spot in the coming days. The Eagles are already cutting it close for numbers, and probably won't spend a roster spot waiting on a guy who has little chance of returning this year.
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Runyan could be starting his 10th season with the Eagles.


With the status of Shawn Andrews under question, the Philadelphia Eagles may be prepping for a return by 13-year veteran Jon Runyan.

Andrews, slated as the starting right tackle next to brother Stacy, has yet to see the practice field even with the rehab guys, much less strapping on the pads. He continues to work solely inside the facility on treadmills and the like. Unfortunately, his back is the problem yet again.

Andrews has been an injury concern since day one, and it has really stunted his growth as a player in this league. Although when he's healthy, he's earned Pro Bowl honors and recognition around the league as one of the best linemen in the game.

Runyan is a guy who has not missed a single game since taking over the starting spot in 1997 with the then-Tennessee Oilers. He's extremely reliable, and a fine tackle. He's gone under the radar during his career, which has led to many Pro Bowl snubs, but from an objective standpoint I honestly believe he's a Hall of Fame tackle.

He's also a familiar face for a team that is undergoing an overhaul on the offensive line, and now an overhaul on defense as well. With Stewart Bradley, Brian Dawkins, and Jim Johnson all gone from this defense, a familiar face would serve them well, even if that face is on offense.

When asked about Shawn's timetable to come back to practice Reid answered, "I don't (have one). He is getting better though, that I can tell you. I've just got to see how it goes here day by day, but he is making progress."

"He is making progress" is an oft-used phrase by Reid to really say that a guy may be getting better, but I can't or won't delve into specifics, which is fine.

Reid wasn't much more specific in his answer regarding the possible return of Jon Runyan.

"I know where he's at," Reid told the media on Sunday. "I saw him at the funeral service for [former defensive coordinator] Jim [Johnson] and talked to him there. We have a pretty good idea of where he's at and we'll just see how things go. He's working hard at getting back and that's really what his primary focus should be, whether it's here or somewhere else."

With Reid, one usually has to read between the lines. Looking at this, it tells me that there is a real interest in bringing Runyan back to Philadelphia. The problem is that the Eagles will probably want to give him a one-year deal, and I'm sure Runyan is looking for more than that, probably at least two years.

However, I could be wrong. Perhaps he feels he can only play one more year, and it's no secret that he'd love to do it in Philadelphia if at all possible. A few years ago he took a discount from the Eagles so he wouldn't have to uproot his family, and he may be willing to do the same again.

Especially if it means he could be looking at a starting job again, whereas most teams will be looking at a 13-year veteran coming off of microfracture knee surgery as an emergency backup. The Eagles, however, know better.

An interesting and convenient nugget to this story is that Runyan may be cleared medically by as early as today by Dr. James Andrews. Runyan is flying to Alabama to get checked out and find out if he can begin his usual running and training.

"My goal all along has been to play this season, and we've had this date in mind as when I could begin running so hopefully I will get clearance from Dr. Andrews," Runyan said.

Runyan has said he's in contact with a "number of teams," one of them being the Philadelphia Eagles.

What they plan to do is always a mystery, but don't be surprised if you hear about the Eagles bringing Runyan in for a workout in the next week or so.
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Winston Justice probably sees this picture in his nightmares.


Justice has been showing a nastiness and a mean streak that we have not seen from him so far in his career. He has always just gone out and done what was asked, then head back to the huddle.

This year, he’s finishing blocks. Until that whistle blows (and maybe even a few seconds after), Justice is on his man driving and pushing and shoving. He’s putting people on their backs when he can, and not just going through the motions as he did in prior years.

As reported yesterday, he’s even been in a fight. This is a new Winston Justice. This is a guy who has seen the play of Jon Runyan in front of him over the past couple of years, and is now trying to emulate that. Emulating the play of Jon Runyan is always a good thing, especially for a young guy looking to impress.

Justice was thought to be on the bubble this year, but that does not seem to be the case. In Shawn Andrews presence he is taking all of the snaps with the first line at right tackle, and is doing a fine job.

I think the Eagles feel good with Justice entering the season as the primary backup at right tackle, which may just close the door on a Runyan return to Philadelphia.

If Andrews were to have a setback of some kind, then the Eagles may consider it, but at this point I think the Eagles have faith in Justice to possibly even start in Andrews absence if need be.

For those of you cringing at the thought, let’s not forget that Justice was primarily a right tackle in college who was asked to play left tackle against one of the fastest defensive ends in the entire NFL with only an hour and a half to prepare, so it was a lose-lose situation from the beginning.

Let’s also not forget that he played right tackle in 2007 against Buffalo, and played well. He looked like a starting-caliber tackle.

He has shown that he probably doesn’t have the feet to play left tackle, but he’s playing with a new-found aggression that, along with his natural skill and ability, will make him a very good right tackle if given the opportunity.
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Jon Runyan looks to make a block.


The Eagles are still kicking around the idea of bringing Jon Runyan back to the team for his 10th season as an Eagle. Runyan started for the Birds last year but was banged up throughout the season. Runyan is anything but unreliable with the second-longest active starting streak in the NFL.

The move would make sense, especially if the Eagles aren't completely sold on Shawn Andrews being in the right frame of mind.

If Andrews has a breakdown, or gets injured again, having Runyan there to step in would be the best thing for the Eagles. Runyan has started for the Eagles, he knows the guys, he obviously knows the system, and he's still a great player.

This move makes far too much sense. If Andrews were to go down, either of them for that matter, the Eagles would be on the phone with Runyan anyway.

If Stacy isn't ready to play and Shawn has to play right guard, Runyan could step in at right tackle until Stacy is ready to go.

The point is that the Eagles benefit from having Runyan there. Even just having him on the sidelines is beneficial for the team.

The only questions are A) Will he accept coming back as a backup?, and B) Are the Eagles willing to throw him enough money to make him feel like it's worth his time?

I don't think Runyan wants to end his football career, so I believe he would come back anyway because he knows that he's just one snap away from playing. He's taken a pay cut from the Eagles before so that he could stay in the Philly-area. He lives in South Jersey with his family and would rather not uproot them for a one-year deal with a different team.

Keep an eye on Runyan's movements, and don't be surprised if he's an Eagle again before training camp.
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With Andy Reid’s draft history, it’s hard to believe that he won’t draft an offensive lineman.

I’m not disputing whether or not he will, I’d be surprised if he didn’t, but I don’t think it’s necessary. Especially in the first round.

With the departure of Tra Thomas to Jacksonville and Jon Runyan still floating around in free agency, the Eagles would appear to have some huge holes.

However, after Eagles fans get over the emotional loss of two fan-favorites, the line doesn’t look to be in bad shape.

The Eagles have essentially six starting-caliber linemen on their roster right now in Todd Herremans, Jamaal Jackson, Shawn and Stacy Andrews, Max Jean-Gilles, and Nick Cole, with four other young talented linemen in King Dunlap, Mike Gibson, Winston Justice, and Mike McGlynn who are all busting at the seams with potential.

So Andy if you’re reading, here’s my 2009 Philadelphia Eagles’ offensive line.

LT Todd Herremans, LG Max Jean-Gilles

C Jamaal Jackson

RG Shawn Andrews, RT Stacy Andrews

Backups:

LT King Dunlap, LG Winston Justice

C Nick Cole

RG Mike Gibson, RT Mike McGlynn

Let’s not forget that Herremans was a fourth round pick out of Saginaw Valley as a left tackle. Also, he was drafted with the intention of becoming Thomas’ heir-apparent. On top of all of that, Herremans has played left tackle while Thomas was injured and has played well. I think he can be a Pro Bowl caliber left tackle.

Jean-Gilles obviously only works if he can move to the left side. If he can, the line automatically becomes a run-blocking machine with that road-grater in the mix.

Jackson remains the starter at center, with a healthy Shawn Andrews back to his old Pro Bowl-caliber self. Brother Stacy has proven he can be a fantastic right tackle, he should fill Runyan’s spot as the leader on that line very well.

The backups are obvious, exact maybe Winston Justice whom Eagles fans have written off since his catastrophic day against the Giants.

He wasn’t a second-round pick for no reason. The man can play. The question is, where?

Guard fits him perfectly. I said coming out of college that I thought his footwork was suspect and that he attempted to be more of a hip-bender rather than moving his feet like he should.

Putting him at guard minimizes the negatives that come from his below-average footwork while putting his strengths on showcase. Most obviously, his strength.

At 6’6” 320 pounds, Justice is a behemoth who could push some people while making holes for Brian Westbrook.

I’d bet my life that the Eagles do use at least a couple of their picks on linemen, simply because Reid loves his line. However, if they don’t, don’t worry Philly nation, our line is just fine.
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The Philadelphia Eagles front office has caught a lot of heat this offseason, but is it all deserved?

Joe Banner, Andy Reid, Tom Heckert, and Howie Roseman have taken the heat before, but have always come out cooler than ever.

Will that be the case this year in an extremely emotional offseason?

Emotions aside, let's take a look at the departures from the Eagles' 2008 roster.

RT Jon Runyan, 35 years old, Starter

The Good:

I hold the highest respect and admiration for Jon Runyan. I believe Runyan may have been more important to the Eagles' success this decade than even Donovan McNabb.

Runyan set the example for all other linemen to play alongside him for the rest of his years here in Philly. He brought a certain attitude to the Eagles that they had been lacking.

He was mean, tough, and reliable. He was intelligent and always a catalyst along the line.

While Tra Thomas (who we'll get to later) was the first piece to turning around what was a revolving door for Philadelphia's offensive line, Runyan brought the attitude that Reid wanted.

The Bad:

Age. At 35, Runyan may have slowed down just a bit. While that may not be a big deal elsewhere, linemen have to be quick on their feet in the NFC East.

The pass rushers in Washington, Dallas, and especially New York are simply too fast and too talented for a lineman not to be at his best at all times.

The injuries to Runyan's knee and back are also cause for concern. A 35-year-old man of his size will have a tough time coming back from knee surgery at 100 percent.

Do I believe Runyan is done in this league? No. I still think he could play a couple more years. However, I do think the last remaining link to the Houston Oilers' best days are behind him.

LT Tra Thomas, 34 years old, Starter

The Good:

Thomas has always been extremely reliable during his career in Philadelphia. He has only missed eight games since coming into the league as a first round pick in 1998.

Thomas has always given McNabb piece of mind and was huge to his early success. It helps a young quarterback knowing that he'll never have to worry about his blind side with such a great player looking out for him.

Thomas is a three-time Pro Bowl player who has done more for this team than most. He's arguably the best left tackle the Eagles have ever seen and will always be remembered as a Philadelphia Eagle.

The Bad:

Like Runyan, Thomas seems to have lost a step or two.

Concerns with blood clots in his legs have prevented him from working on his footwork like he should have been, and that area has suffered.

For those who do not know, there are typically two types of linemen and, more specifically, left tackles.

1. Those with good, quick feet who can get in front of the end OR

2. Hip-benders. Typically, they don't have great feet but are long enough to get in front of an end by simply bending to his direction.

Thomas started his time in the league with quick feet and a fantastic ability to get in front of even the fastest ends.

Unfortunately, due to leg problems mentioned before, he has become more of a hip-bender and has therefore suffered against faster ends.

As he gets older, he will become slower; the ends he faces are only becoming faster.

FS Brian Dawkins, 36 years old, Starter

The Good:

There are no words to describe what this Clemson grad has meant to the city of Philadelphia and to the Eagles.

Not only will he be missed on the field because of his leadership, intensity, and the fear factor he caused opposing offenses, but also because of his work in the community.

He was the runner-up to this year's Walter Payton Man of the Year (Kurt Warner, QB, Arizona Cardinals) for his work in the city of Philadelphia.

Dawkins is a great football player on the field and will be missed from a talent standpoint.

However, his greatness on the field pales to the greatness he shows as a human being and as a mainstay in the Philadelphia community.

The Bad:

While we all loved Dawkins, the reality was that he was becoming a liability in the passing game.

He gave up two big plays against division rivals this year while allowing a touchdown reception by Terrell Owens in a Week Two game, a game decided by five points. The other was a pivotal touchdown reception to Plaxico Burress in a game with playoff implications.

Like older vets, Dawkins' speed began to suffer, and in a young man's game speed is essential.

L.J. Smith, 29 years old, Second String

The Good:

Smith had good chemistry with McNabb, which led to some decent years in Philly.

Smith was, for the most part, sure-handed when going up for the ball. He showed incredible potential and flashes of brilliance that had many believing he could grow into a top tier tight end in the NFL.

The Bad:

Smith was plagued with injuries during his stay with the Eagles. He constantly either missed vital games or his play suffered because of lingering injuries.

L.J. also fumbled the ball fairly often—too often. For every big play he had, he negated it with silly mental mistakes.

Smith has the talent, but seems to lack the work ethic.

Dawkins was once quoted as saying, "Flashes of brilliance simply mean you're not working hard enough."

While this was directed towards former Eagles' safety Clinton Hart (now of the San Diego Chargers), it holds true for a player like L.J. Smith.

S Sean Considine, 28 years old, Second String

The Good:

Considine was a starter here for a short time before losing his job to Quintin Mikell after an injury.

However, during his time as a starter, he played fairly well. He showed versatility in being able to play at the free and strong safety positions.

With the emergence of Mikell, Considine settled into a backup role while becoming a special teams standout.

He played very well on special teams, earning the praise of then-special teams coordinator Rory Segrest.

The Bad:

Considine had a tendency to get caught looking in the backfield, which led to giving up some big plays.

The biggest one came this year in Week Two against the Cowboys on Monday Night Football.

Ouch.

He got caught trying to read Romo's eyes while T.O. blazed past him, exposing Considine's weak execution of the Cover 2 defense.

In the end, Considine was no longer needed because of the play of rookie Quintin Demps, who took favor with defensive coordinator Jim Johnson in the latter half of the year.

RB Correll Buckhalter, 30 years old, Second String

The Good:

Buckhalter was underused by the Eagles in Reid's pass-first offense. However, when given a chance, he lit it up.

He is explosive into the hole and can make moves or plow someone over once he gets through. He's a tough runner, as made evident by his near five yard per carry average for his career.

He's an above average receiver out of the backfield and recently had career highs in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns this year while spelling Brian Westbrook.

In one start this year against San Francisco, Buckhalter had 18 attempts rushing for 93 yards, 5.2 per carry, and one touchdown to go along with seven receptions for 85 yards.

Impressive numbers for a guy who rarely gets a chance.

I see Buck as a 1,000-yard rusher next season in Denver if given the carries...and if he can stay healthy.

The Bad:

After a sensational rookie season, Buckhalter spent the next three of four seasons on the IR due to knee injuries.

Even this past season, with Westbrook hurt, Buckhalter could not stay healthy enough to play in his stead.

The knee injuries may linger and could cause concern for him going forward in his career.

CB Lito Sheppard, 28 years old, Third String, Left Via Trade to NYJ

The Good:

In his early years, Sheppard was a superstar.

He helped the Eagles, along with Sheldon Brown, seamlessly transition from two mainstays at the corner position in Troy Vincent and Bobby Taylor.

He gave Eagles fans not one, but two 100+ yard interception returns for touchdowns against the Cowboys, and came up with a late interception against the Carolina Panthers in 2006 to springboard the Eagles into the playoffs.

Sheppard was a Pro Bowl talent who always seemed to come up with the big play.

The Bad:

As is the trend with most players the Eagles have sent packing, injuries were key.

Sheppard has been oft-injured, finishing only one complete season.

Recently, Sheppard's play had fallen due to injuries and his public unhappiness with his contract situation. This led to his demotion and the emergence of Joselio Hanson, whom the Eagles retained before free agency to the tune of a five-year contract.

In the end, Sheppard drove a wedge between himself and the Eagles, merely waiting to be traded elsewhere.

WR Greg Lewis, 29 years old, Fourth String, Left Via Trade to NE

The Good:

Lewis made the Eagles' roster in 2003 as an undrafted rookie free agent and quickly gained the respect of Andy Reid and the rest of the coaching staff.

He was a hard worker for the Eagles who, while he didn't play much, seemed to make the most of it when he did.

His career highlights came in a game against the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football when he caught a career-high two touchdowns in a single game.

He also made a catch that few die-hard Eagles fans will ever forget.

With under two minutes left in Super Bowl 39 against the New England Patriots and trailing by 10, Lewis went on a post into the end zone, catching a McNabb pass high in the air to bring the Eagles within three...a difference they proved unable to overcome.

Lewis also contributed heavily on special teams and was well-liked in the locker room.

The Bad:

There aren't many bad things to say about Lewis except that he simply wasn't as talented as other wide receivers in the NFL.

He was always fourth or fifth on the depth chart, but he always contributed in any way he could to help the team.

He was a hard-working guy for the Eagles who, frankly, wasn't all that talented.

As far as I'm concerned, he was this decade's Vince Papale.

Looking back on it, the Eagles are only losing three starters—three starters who are all between the ages of 34 and 36.

The Eagles have never been known for bringing in big time free agent guys, but are famous for knowing when to let go of a veteran player before his time runs out.

Signings of Stacy Andrews and Sean Jones will prove to be more significant than fans understand right now, and something tells me the Eagles have something up their sleeves.

They have 12 draft picks, but there isn't room for 12 players on this roster. The Eagles will get something out of them; what they will get is yet to be seen.

In all, the Eagles are returning nine starters on offense and 10 on defense; that's still a solid core group of guys for a team that seems to be headed toward a youth movement.

I look for the Eagles to pull off one more move, perhaps in the coming weeks or maybe not until the draft.

But even if they don't, Philadelphia will be in good position to see their football team succeed for years to come.

So, stay patient. We've gone through this before with the departure of guys like Troy Vincent, Bobby Taylor, Jeremiah Trotter, Hugh Douglas, and so on.

The front office knows when it's time to let go and move on. Now is that time.

(However, with emotions in play, I'm real pissed to see Dawk in orange.)

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