Eagles Depth Chart - Offense

As we try to establish some sanity with the Christmas in July we received from both the Phillies and Eagles, I will take a look position by position at the depth chart and some thoughts.  This could be updated by the hour if the Eagles bring in another name or trade Asante, but as of now on 8/2/2011...Here's what to expect.

QB - Vick, Young, Kafka.
     It's pretty clear that this team will live or die on the shoulders of #7.  It is reassuring having Vince Young as your backup, someone who has experience under the spotlight.  Kafka may be groomed into a backup next year assuming Young moves on, or we could very well draft a QB next offseason.  Just so you know, here are the last couple QB's the Eagles have picked in the first three rounds;  Kevin Kolb ('07), Donovan McNabb ('99), Bobby Hoying ('96), Randall Cunningham ('85).  Not a bad history there.

RB - McCoy, Brown, Buckley.
     Another clear cut starter in Shady.  He had a breakout season last year, and lets hope that continues again.  The Eagles made what I believe will be a great backup in Ronnie Brown.  Versatile player who was the 2nd pick in a draft not too long ago.  The 3rd RB is up for grabs.  Buckley is the favorite, but there are a handful of other names in training camp who could earn that spot, including Dion Lewis who was taken in the 5th Rd this year from Pittsburgh.  .

FB - Schmitt
     Honestly, who doesn't love Owen Schmitt.  He can block a LB or DB blitzing, and rumble over people with the ball in his hands.  I assume his role will be limited having a backup as versatile as Ronnie Brown.  Leonard Weaver is still not healthy, and was a proper release by this team. 

WR - Jackson, Maclin, Avant, Cooper, Higgins, Hall
     A clear cut 1-2 at WR.  The #3 WR can turn into a very interesting battle.  Avant is by far the favorite, and still a quality choice.  However, Riley Cooper had a very impressive rookie season; and height.  His tall stature is great across the middle, and he has good hands.  I believe the Eagles brought in Johnny Lee Higgins for special teams purpose, but he can be spread out wide as well.  Kevin Curtis I mean Chad Hall may be up for debate if he will make the team as a starter, or will be assigned for the practice squad.  I generally believe he will not make the roster, with the addition of Higgins and his value on special teams.   Eagles are very deep at WR, also having Sinorice Moss in training camp...you may remember him from being a 2nd round pick for the Giants.  They also have Rod Harper who saw some time last year (#83). and there is a handful of rookies in camp this year. With the addition of Higgins needing a spot on this roster, I don't see those guys on your opening day roster.

TE - Celek, Lee, Harbor/Ingram?
    Another position loaded with talent for the Eagles.  Celek is your main guy, as you are all aware.  I believe Donald Lee will be the ONLY other man on the roster.  The super bowl champion snuck in under the signing of Nnamdi and Babin, but he was not only a target for Rodgers in Green Bay, but a dominate force who helped out the Packers offensive line as a great blocker.  Harbor saw some action last year, and Cornelius Ingram had loads of talent if he could stay healthy.  I dont see either of these guys making the roster, but they are great practice squad guys.

OG - Herremans, Watkins.
     The Eagles are relying on their first round draft pick Danny Watkins to step in as a starter this year.  I think he will be fine, along with Herremans in front of Vick.  Eagles brought in a 30 year old in Evan Mathias who has played in a whooping 12 games in his career, along with another rookie.  Dallas Reynolds is a name as well who may actually make the roster, or be the first man in if there is any injury. 

OT - Peters, Howard/Dunlap/Harris
    Jason Peters will once again be the anchor on this offensive line.  The newest Eagle Ryan Harris is likely your second starter on the other side.  You could see King Dunlap or Austin Howard play a lot as well, both saw time on the field last year.  Fenuki Tupou is another name we may see out there on a sunday if injuries occur.  The Eagles are fairly deep at OT, but the skill behind Peters is questionable....as with a lot of the offensive line.

C - Jackson, McGlynn
     Another guy who the Eagles are looking to step up is Jamal Jackson.  He was a great player last year, but the injury set him back a step.  Still a position that has a question mark, but realistically the offensive line isn't as important with a guy like Vick behind center as compared to a "traditional" pocket QB.  McGlynn is an adequate backup, and two younger centers are in camp as well.

The Eagles could still use Offensive Line help, and Asante Samuel may be trade bait for a good man in front of Vick.  I can not argue against this being the deadliest offense in Eagles history.  It's going to be fun.