In this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast, we cover an early 53-Man Roster Prediction for the Eagles Offense. How many Running Backs will the Eagles keep? Should John Hightower or Quez Watkins make the final roster? Does Zach Ertz stay with the Eagles after all? Who will be the starting LT Week 1? We answer all of this and more in our latest episode!

Birds Banter: A Philadelphia Eagles Podcast

53 Man Roster Prediction: Offense Edition

With the recent rumors of the Eagles having growing interest in Texans QB Deshaun Watson, the Birds Banter podcast breaks down the pros and cons of this possible trade, and what the move means for QB Jalen Hurts. We cover how Watson fits into the Eagles franchise financially, how much draft capital it would take to acquire him, the likelihood for a move to occur, and so much more.

Does Deshaun Watson Have a Future in Philly?

In this episode of the Birds Banter podcast, we break down 4 different positional battles that the Philadelphia Eagles team will be facing at this years training camp. Although it is a very young and inexperienced roster, the team still has some great talent on offense or defense which sets up some exciting positional battles to keep an eye on. On offense, the biggest question will be who is the starting Left Tackle. On defense, the same question remains since March, who is CB2? Tune in to hear more!

Top Positional Battles Going Into Training Camp

As of right now, Zach Ertz is still a Philadelphia Eagle. Will that statement hold true during the 2021 NFL Season? We discuss the hot topic in this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast. How does Ertz's contract stack up against other Tight Ends in the league? Does Ertz deserve more money than what he is due? We also discuss more about future TE1 Dallas Goedert and if he is worthy of receiving a contract extension soon. Stick around to hear about a TE the Eagles may target this offseason. 

Zach Ertz, Are You In or Out?

In this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast, Matt explains why the Eagles WR group is Boom or Bust in the 2021 season. Although a talented group, they lack experience. We review the best case scenario for the group, including roles for each wide receiver. We also review the worst case scenario for the group and how they can re-vamp the group once again in 2022. 

Boom or Bust at Wide Receiver

In this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast, we discuss how the Eagles newly constructed offense and Nick Sirianni's coaching philosophies will favor the run game in 2021. We discuss Jalen Hurts' impact in the offense as a dual-threat QB, what role each RB on the roster will have and which current Running Backs are most likely to make the final roster and much more!

Eagles Offense Starts on the Ground

In this episode of the Birds Banter podcast, we review the Eagles biggest moves of the past month and how they have addressed some major needs. Which rookies will have the biggest impact? Who are the biggest free agent signings? And most importantly, what are the biggest needs that remain for the Eagles? We take a look at how they can address these needs to improve their roster going into the 2021 season. 

With Kerryon and Kerrigan In, What Moves Remain?

In this episode of the Birds Banter podcast we break down the Eagles first selection in the NFL Draft of WR DeVonta Smith! Tune in to hear Matt's thoughts on the selection, how Howie Roseman had a great night, what Smiths fit is in the Eagles offense year 1 and of course, a draft grade! We also cover names to watch for the Eagles in Round 2 and 3. Is it time to grab OLine and a Corner? Or maybe a Linebacker?

Howie Roseman Wins Round 1

In this episode of the Birds Banter podcast, Matt (@matt_lupi) welcomes Mar'Quell Owens (@iNoSports_) of PHLEaglesNation to form a full Eagles 2021 mock draft! This second installment of the 2-part podcast covers the Eagles Day 3 selections from Rounds 4-7. We have a big discussion on if the Eagles will select a QB, the biggest team needs to be addressed on Day 3, which players fit the Eagles the best and much more! Tune in to see who the Eagles land in our mock draft!

Full Philadelphia Eagles Mock Draft Pt. 2 (Rounds 4-7)

In this episode of the Birds Banter podcast, Matt (@matt_lupi) welcomes Mar'Quell Owens (@iNoSports_) of PHLEaglesNation to form a full Eagles 2021 mock draft! This first installment of the 2-part podcast covers the Eagles first 4 selections from Rounds 1-3.  We have a big discussion on who the Eagles will select at 12 overall, the biggest team needs, what position the Eagles are almost guaranteed to take in the first 2 days of the draft and much more! Tune in to see who the Eagles land in our mock draft!

Full Philadelphia Eagles Mock Draft Pt. 1 (Rounds 1-3)

In this episode, Matt Lupi (@matt_lupi) welcomes Joshua Grady (@AgentGrady_) and Rodney Chance (rod_chance20) from Grady Sports Agency on the podcast to discuss a full 1st Round NFL Mock Draft! This episode contains picks 17-32 of the First Round. There is a big trade which finally gives the Packers a top WR, Washington grabs their QB of the future and the Bucs add to the most talented roster in the NFL. Tune in to hear our thoughts on each pick which trades may happen on draft day and where your favorite players will land in less than 2 weeks!

NFL Mock Draft Part 2 (Picks 17-32)

In this episode, Matt Lupi (@matt_lupi) welcomes Joshua Grady (@AgentGrady_) and Rodney Chance (rod_chance20) from Grady Sports Agency on the podcast to discuss a full 1st Round NFL Mock Draft! This episode contains picks 1-16 of the First Round.  There is a surprise pick in the top 4, the Eagles make another trade, and the Cowboys take a gamble on one of the most talented prospects this year. Tune in to hear our thoughts on each pick which trades may happen on draft day and where your favorite players will land in 2 weeks!

NFL Mock Draft Part 1 (Picks 1-16)

In the latest episode of the Birds Banter podcast, host Matt Lupi (@matt_lupi) welcomes Brad Spielberger (PFF_Brad) on the podcast! Brad is a salary cap and contract analyst for PFF and Over the Cap who knows all about the ins and outs of the NFL Salary Cap. Brad breaks down the biggest salary cap terminology for our listeners. Eagles fans and NFL fans check it out! Tune in to learn why the Eagles took such a large dead cap hit by trading Carson Wentz, how contracts are restructured by NFL teams (using examples of Darius Slay and Ben Roethlisberger), how teams like the Eagles and Saints have revolutionized void years or "dummy years" on contracts, what the salary cap will look like in 2022 and beyond! 

Salary Cap, Cash, Contract Restructures + More

In this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast, our host Matt Lupi (@matt_lupi) breaks down the recent news of the Eagles trading down in the 2021 NFL Draft, if Jalen Hurts is the future QB1 for the Eagles and what their QB room will look like in 2021.  Trading down to No. 12 in the draft may show some confidence in Hurts, but if he doesn't step up, what are the options they can take in 2022? Would it have been smart to trade up for Zach Wilson instead? Which late-round prospects should the Eagles target at the QB position in this years draft? All of this and more covered in our latest podcast. 

2021 Eagles QB Outlook: Is Jalen Hurts The Future?

In this episode of the Birds Banter Podcast, Andrew DiCecco (ADiCeccoNFL) joins the podcast to discuss the outlook of the Cornerback position in Philly this upcoming season. Matt and Andrew give their throughts on if the Darius Slay trade was worth it last year and what kind of impact he will make in 2020. Also, which currently rostered Cornerbacks have the most upside? We also breakdown some of the top CB's in this years draft class as well as some sleepers. These players would be able to help fill the huge role at Outside Corner for the Eagles. Listen to hear who we like the most and how the Eagles can solve their issue at CB this offseason!

2021 Eagles CB Outlook: Slay Needs Help in the Secondary

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