The Philadelphia Eagles sent a message to their NFC East confreres today, by stomping the St. Louis Rams 38-3, in the opening game of the 2008 season, as well as the home opener. QB Donovan McNabb came out with gun's ablazing, despite not having his two starting wide receivers. McNabb went 21/33 for 361 yards, and three touchdowns. The Eagles racked up a total net yardage of 522.
Rookie DeSean Jackson was impressive in his NFL debut, catching 6 balls for 106 yards, and was equally impressive in returning punts, returning eight punts for 97 yards, and almost busting one loose for a touchdown.
Also, the Eagles defense played with a vengeance, holding the Rams to only a field goal, and holding the Rams to only eight first downs, and a 166 net yardage of offense.
The Eagles really impressed me today, in almost of completely mistake free game, save for a few drops by LJ Smith, and a rare two fumbles (but not turnovered) by Brian Westbrook. Both offense and defense played very well, and I hope this continues through the season.
It was nice to see Kevin Kolb get some rep's in as well, although I would have like to have seen him throw the ball more than he did, instead of just handing the ball off.
Big test next Monday night in prime time, as the Eagles travel to Dallas to take on the Cowboys in an early season NFC East match up.
Well done Coach Reid, and staff, let's keep the good times rolling, and I'd like to see the voracity next week in Dallas.
--gfo
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