Comments on: Source: Donovan McNabb isn't happy with Vick acquisition

By: SixBurghDude

SixBurghDude — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 13:05:04 +0000

It’s no wonder that franchises like this haven’t won an NFL title in 50 years! The vast majority of NFL teams wouldn’t give this FELON a tender at the veteran minimum, but the Iggles gave this thug a $7mil contract??? Couldn’t have been jammed down the throats of a more deserving fan base…Iggle fans

By: VoxVeritas

VoxVeritas — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:39:17 +0000

“You need new sources Florio. It was just reported that McNabb said he personally lobbied to bring Vick in.”
He personally lobbied to bring TO in, too.

By: alexnexus

alexnexus — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:12:24 +0000

Another Florio wet dream.
Ejaculating on this webpage.
The name of the baby: “Rumor”… Self-fabricated-”Rumor”…
… what a surprise…

By: ec3420

ec3420 — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 11:57:35 +0000

Way to start BS Florio, this used to be a good web site but now you just print BS.

By: ZombieRevolution

ZombieRevolution — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:53:06 +0000

“According to a league source with intimate knowledge of the dynamics within the organization, McNabb isn’t pleased with the development.”
This incredibly thoughtfully worded sentence indicates that the person in question, while familiar with “team dynamics” is not actually privy to McNabb and what his thoughts are. How many axe-grinders does Florio give a forum to? These sources do nothing for your creditability Florio.

By: penguininbondage

penguininbondage — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 10:04:30 +0000

The commentary on wip 610 is mostly negative. trust me, when these guys turn up the heat it can get ugly for a player. Ask pat Burrell or JD drew.

By: Lucky5927

Lucky5927 — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:55:49 +0000

Wow, a lot of Eagle things giving Mc-CryBaby the benefit of the doubt. Don’t you guys remember when McNabb was pissed off the Eagles used a 2nd round pick on Kolb? Fact is McNabb doesn’t like pressure. He doesn’t play well under it. Sure he has had a game here or a game there, but when it matters most, he chokes. Vick is no way ready to take over for McNabb at any point this season, but he is still better than any 3rd string QB they would have and can play some other positions. So he is a good pick up who will be surrounded by a mostly positive environment. And for the people who keep saying that Donovan is on board with this, Jesus people haven’t you ever heard of the phrase “Politically Correct”?? What was Andy Reid or McNabb suppose to say? “Donovan is too sensitive and does not like having a former starting QB on his team who can maybe help them in specific roles as he acclimates to the NFL again”.

By: Wrathchild

Wrathchild — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:51:00 +0000

You need new sources Florio. It was just reported that McNabb said he personally lobbied to bring Vick in.

By: CowboyHokie

CowboyHokie — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 09:04:43 +0000

This non-story is total b/s

By: whywerule

whywerule — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:44:03 +0000

LOL the only thing better than this would have been Tom Brady getting injured tonight….
Why would Tom Brady getting injured again be a good thing? Do you really believe that the league is full of cowards that want to avoid testing themselves in competition against the best players? I am far more optimistic about the non-cowardly competitive nature of professionals, and suspect that the Coaches and players on even the teams not named the Patriots will be very happy if Tom Brady comes back at 100% of pre-injury form.

By: Opie

Opie — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:42:55 +0000

Sources have told me that Florio is seriously considering a sex change operation.
Dude, you’ve lost your “man-card!”
Until further notice, I shall refer to you as Perez Florio.
A direct quote from the author formerly known as Mike Florio, “with our move to NBC, nothing will change.”
Well, except for Perez Florio putting on a skirt!

By: empty13

empty13 — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 08:35:38 +0000

well mcnabb may be happy now, but lets see what happens after he has a stinker of a game.
then he will be unhappy. cause the crap will start.

By: Sterling

Sterling — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:54:41 +0000

McNabb has something of a history with Vick. He advised Vick and spoke with him several times while Vick was still at Va. Tech. McNabb was a couple years ahead of him and had stayed at SU instead of leaving early for the draft. When Vick considered going out early, he sought McNabb’s advice (which, sadly, he did not take). Also, Vick’s QB coach was hired away from SU by Va. Tech, so they both did college work under the same coach (who is now at Minnesota, I believe. Ha.).

By: NCEaglesFan

NCEaglesFan — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:50:52 +0000

Where the hell is crookedsteve???
Did his mommy take away his computer privledges?

By: AmishGangsta

AmishGangsta — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 07:04:39 +0000

mafleish said-This is one of those times where “Source” = “Florio”
Bingo. That crazy Florio’s just stirring the proverbial pot. Aren’t you, Florio?
If you weren’t, then by all means, tell us poor saps who this “source” was.

By: wvugrad00

wvugrad00 — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:34:38 +0000

what is there to misconstrue McNabb said he pushed for the team to sign Vick. End of F’ing story.

By: brotherman

brotherman — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:33:30 +0000

THIS IS A GOOD MOVE WHEN U PLAY SPORTS IN HIGH SCHOOL JUNIOR HIGH ECT
I U SUCK U DONT PLAY THERE IS PREASURE U COMPETE TO SEE WHO IS THE BEST DONAVAN COULD TEACH VICK TO THROW A FOOTBALL LIKE HE CAN HE COULD BE THE GREATEST QB TO EVER PLAY THE GAME UNSTOPABLE DONOVAN
COULD TEACH HIM THE NFL QB WAY DEADLY

By: boyboy

boyboy — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 01:14:08 +0000

What is the legality of citing a “league source” or an “unnamed source” or a “source who requested anonymity”? Just wondering, because I don’t see any logical reason for McNabb to fret Vick’s arrival.
Vick hasn’t played football in two years. McNabb is a border-line Hall of Famer. Vick wasn’t a very good “quarterback” when he was playing. There is obviously ZERO threat of Vick challenging McNabb’s position. Hell, Vick couldn’t even shine Randall Cunningham’s shoes.
I’m not going to bite on this article until said “source” identifies him/herself with specific information. I mean, really, we all knew this angle was going to be played up the minute the “Vick to the Eagles” news was made official. It was just a matter of which news site capitalized on the “story” first. Good job, Florio!
The real story here involves Kevin Kolb. “Reports” says he’s looked like sh*t during camp. The Eagles aren’t going to keep four QBs. A.J. Feely has at least proven to be serviceable in the Eagles system. Vick is going to take one of their roster spots since the Eagles will only carry three quarterbacks.
I can’t honestly say that I know where Vick fits into Philly’s plan, but I can definitively state that he wasn’t brought in to challenge #5. Vick is just another piece to the “Super Bowl puzzle” for a very, very desperate organization.

By: Marc F

Marc F — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 00:55:03 +0000

You guys at PFT are such TOOLS. NBC bought a bunch of mouthpieces.
Why post something like this until you hear it from the horses mouth.
Did you bother to watch the post game show? McNabb says he Lobbied to get Vick there. i believe him. he did the same with TO.
are you guys that moronic? trying to start rumors and controversy? isn’t there enough football news going on now NOT to post something like this?

By: godfather

godfather — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:36:37 +0000

Nice move NBC, you’ve bought the tabloid of football blogging sites.

By: Firedude71_60

Firedude71_60 — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:34:11 +0000

And this is what I was afraid of. PETA doesn’t scare me as much as McNabb pulling a Cutler and demanding his way out of Philly

By: FumbleNuts

FumbleNuts — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:33:11 +0000

McNabb might be worried about Vick taking the Eagles to the Super Bowl.

By: MasterShake

MasterShake — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:33:07 +0000

Now that there’s no Favre talk, this allows McNabb to puke all over the Metrodome next year. He wants out, the Vikes want a QB, and Favre wants to drive a tractor. Some may find it odd that McNabb doesn’t play up to standard in the beginning of the season but maybe it’s just a ploy to get the hell out of Philly.
Philly, the United States asshole. Congrats!

By: Indyeagle

Indyeagle — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:32:57 +0000

Well, McNabb just took a big dookie on this post.
Next media driven drama starts in 3,2,1…..

By: Sofa King Great

Sofa King Great — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:32:41 +0000

McNabbs words… “I lobbied for him to be here,” “there’s no threat for me, there’s no threat for kolb,” “i’ve been a mentor for him.” check those sources florio b/c all of mcnabb comments seemed genuine and encouraging… i hate vick as a person and as a franchise qb, but as a trick/gimmick guy he will be a factor. i would never have asked for this, but i’m fine accepting it as an upgrade. how could he not be a better option than aj feeley as a 3rd qb??
question “being characterized as an insecure qb being worried about someone taking your job, how does this effect you?”
dmac “hopefully with me lobbying to get him here it answers that”

By: jma9

jma9 — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:30:23 +0000

mcnabb has nothing to worry about. vick can’t hit the broad side of a barn with a throw. they will use him in the “wilddog” formation and on reverses. the only time he may throw is off of a reverse or something.

By: soflaeagle

soflaeagle — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:29:31 +0000

Donovan sounds pretty happy to me on PE.com

By: BroadStreetBully9286

BroadStreetBully9286 — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:27:51 +0000

4 times thus far he’s mentioned lobbying for him.

By: Philtration

Philtration — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:27:50 +0000

Poor baby.
I remember when T.O. teamed up with McNabb and took turns making fun of white reporters.
Yeah they thought the whole thing was really funny.
Now you have a new jag off to shuck and jive with Donovan.

By: aworkman

aworkman — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 23:26:23 +0000

“I pretty much lobbied to get him hear” McNabb