Eagles vs. Jaguars Scouting Report

September 24, 2010|By Paul Domowitch
  • Running backs Maurice Jones-Drew and LeSean McCoy go head-to-head when the Jaguars and Eagles play Sunday. (AP Photos)

Recent history: Jacksonville defeated the Eagles, 13-6, on Oct. 29, 2006 at the Linc. The Jaguars lead the series, 3-0.

OFFENSE

Eagles

365 yards per game (8th)

Jaguars

324.5 yards per game (14th)

Quarterback

Eagles

With the offensive line dealing with major pass-protection issues, Andy Reid has decided that elusive Mike Vick gives his team a better chance to win than Kevin Kolb. Vick has regained his remarkable running skills, and is doing a better job of keeping his eyes downfield, even while dodging pass-rushers.

Jaguars

David Garrard has been wildly inconsistent in the first two games. He had a career-best 138.9 passer rating in Week 1, then threw a career-high four interceptions in Week 2. He doesn't have ideal size (6-1), but has enough athleticism to get outside the pocket and minimize that disadvantage.

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Pick: Eagles

Running back

Eagles

LeSean McCoy rushed for a career-high 120 yards against the Lions last week, with all but 7 of those yards coming out of spread formations that took advantage of the upfield rush of Detroit's ends. Eagles brought in between-the-tackles runner Mike Bell to complement McCoy, but he's been a non-factor.

Jaguars

Maurice Jones-Drew is only 5-7, but has thick, powerful legs that allow him to play much bigger than his size. He seldom is brought down by the first hit and has great instincts and vision. Has excellent cutback skills once he gets through the first level. Rashad Jennings (6-1, 228) is a good change of pace.

Pick: Jaguars

Receiver

Eagles

With protection breakdowns likely, the receivers need to be on the alert for Mike Vick's scrambling and be ready to ad-lib. TE Brent Celek, who led the team in receptions last season, only has 5 for 59 yards, though a big reason has been that he's had to stay in and help with protection more than he did last year.

Jaguars

Mike Sims-Walker still is learning the nuances of playing wideout. He's not yet a finished product as a route runner, but has good speed and size. After being targeted just two times in Week 1, he caught 10 passes for 105 yards in last week's loss to the Chargers. At 6-6, 275 pounds, TE Mercedes Lewis is a handful.

Pick: Eagles

Offensive line

Eagles

This unit already has given up 11 sacks and is last in the league in sacks allowed per pass play. The loss of C Jamaal Jackson has been a big blow. His replacement, Mike McGlynn, is a hard-nosed player, but is new to the position. RG Nick Cole and RT Winston Justice have struggled with twists and stunts.

Jaguars

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