ROB MAADDI
NFL won't allow in-person workouts for scouting combine

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 18, 2021 07:05 PM EST
The NFL will not allow in-person workouts for the scouting combine due to

NFL amends draft eligibility due to pandemic impact

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 14, 2021 01:22 PM EST
The NFL has clarified its eligibility requirements for the draft to allow

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts, from left, Carson Wentz and Nate Sudfeld talk during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
AP sources: Eagles won't be penalized for QB decisions

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 13, 2021 09:35 AM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles won’t be penalized after the NFL

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson watches warmups before an NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 27. 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Eagles fire coach Doug Pederson 3 years after Super Bowl win

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 11, 2021 02:36 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Doug Pederson lost his job less than three years after he

FILE - In this Dec. 29, 2013, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Edwin Baker (27) loses his helmet as he is tackled by Pittsburgh Steelers strong safety Will Allen (20) in the third quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh. The Steelers won 20-7. Whether playing in Three Rivers Stadium or at Heinz Field, most of Cleveland's trips down the Turnpike and across the Pennsylvania state line have not gone well. The Browns are just 6-41 on their visits to the Steel City since 1970. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Big weekend for longtime safety Will Allen's former teams

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 08, 2021 03:34 AM EST
Will Allen won a national championship at Ohio State 18 years ago and played

FILE - In this Jan. 20, 2019, file photo, Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy greets a player during the second half of the team's AFC championship NFL football game against the New England Patriots in Kansas City, Mo. One year ago, Bieniemy and San Francisco 49ers defensive coordinator Robert Saleh missed out on the coaching carousel despite being coordinators of the two Super Bowl teams. The two figure to be near the top of many of the lists of possible head coaching candidates again this offseason when the NFL is hoping some new rules lead to more opportunities for minority coaches. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
For non-playoff teams, important NFL offseason is underway

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 06, 2021 02:42 AM EST
While 14 teams are focused on their pursuit of the Vince Lombardi Trophy with

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts, from left, Carson Wentz and Nate Sudfeld talk during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
AP Source: Wentz needs time to think about future in Philly

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 05, 2021 01:14 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carson Wentz needs time away to think about his future with

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts, from left, Carson Wentz and Nate Sudfeld talk during the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Eagles face difficult decision regarding Carson Wentz

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 04, 2021 05:46 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles enter the offseason facing a major

Philadelphia Eagles' Nate Sudfeld (7) and Washington Football Team's Montez Sweat (90) chase after a loose snap during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Pederson defends decision to bench Hurts in Eagles' loss

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 04, 2021 12:58 AM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles chose to give a third-string

Washington Football Team's Alex Smith plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)
Washington beats the Eagles 20-14, captures NFC East title

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 03, 2021 11:29 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Just call the Washington Football Team division champs.

FILE- In this Oct. 15, 2019, file photo, Dr. Allen Sills, the NFL's chief medical officer, speaks during a news conference at the at the football league's fall meeting in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. The league is pressing forward with its goal of playing the Super Bowl as scheduled in Tampa on Feb. 7. What often seemed improbable during the COVID-10 pandemic has become quite achievable. "Contact tracing is the thing people are not talking the most about, but it is foundational to our success," said Sills. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)
NFL has pulled off improbable task of playing amid pandemic

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 29, 2020 02:13 AM EST
It took playing games on all seven days of the week, a wide receiver starting

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson, left, and Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy greet each other after their NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Dec. 27. 2020. (AP Photo/Michael Ainsworth)
Eagles coach Doug Pederson confident he'll return in 2021

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 28, 2020 05:42 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles aren’t going to the playoffs for

NFL stars joined students in virtual chats about racism

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 25, 2020 01:52 AM EST
For several NFL stars, speaking out against social injustice meant speaking to

Philadelphia Eagles' Doug Pederson walks the field during practice at the NFL football team's training facility, Thursday, Nov. 19, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
Doug Pederson makes it clear he wants to stay in Philly

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 22, 2020 01:07 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Doug Pederson led the Philadelphia Eagles to the franchise

Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jalen Reagor (18) eludes the grasp of Arizona Cardinals linebacker Dennis Gardeck during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Jalen Hurts has invigorated the Philadelphia Eagles

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 21, 2020 07:22 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts has invigorated the Philadelphia Eagles.

Philadelphia Eagles free safety Rodney McLeod runs a route during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Cleveland. Shortly after an MRI confirmed McLeod had a torn knee ligament and needed season-ending surgery, the Eagles' safety went to a local supermarket, helped bag groceries and paid the bill for some lucky customers. McLeod and his wife, Erika, are giving back to the community this month with a "12 Days of Christmas" campaign through their Change Our Future Foundation. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Injury didn't alter Eagles S Rodney McLeod's giving plans

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 21, 2020 04:32 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Shortly after an MRI confirmed Rodney McLeod had a torn

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (2) throws under pressure from Arizona Cardinals middle linebacker Jordan Hicks (58) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Jalen Hurts earns another start after impressive showing

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 21, 2020 01:00 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts has earned another start following an

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts scrambles during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Eagles continue to thrive with backup quarterbacks

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 14, 2020 05:44 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Philadelphia Eagles thrive with backup quarterbacks.

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts scrambles during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Hurts to start again for Eagles next Sunday at Arizona

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 14, 2020 04:50 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts earned another start. The

Philadelphia Eagles' Jalen Hurts scrambles during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Hurts to start again for Eagles next Sunday at Arizona

By Rob Maaddi Dec. 14, 2020 02:48 PM EST
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jalen Hurts will start at quarterback again for the