Inked our Nickel

Eaglez.Fan · 03-09-2007, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by PFT

EAGLES KEEP JAMES

The Philadelphia Eagles have announced that they have signed cornerback William James to a one-year contract.

The unrestricted free agent, formerly known as William Peterson, signed with the Eagles during the 2006 season. He played in three regular-season games and one playoff contest.

James was a third-round pick in the 2001 draft, and spent five season with the Giants. He signed a contract extension but was released after missing most of the 2005 season with a back injury.

He has started in 40 NFL games in his career

I think he could play very well in the nickel, assuming he plays there.

And some other news

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Originally Posted by PFT

WR Bethel Johnson is hoping to prove his receiving skills in Philadelphia. (Hey, the fourth time might be a charm.)

WR Kevin Curtis is scheduled to visit Philadelphia today, but is unlikely to sign with anyone until he hires a new agent on Saturday

Call me crazy but I actually think Bethel can be a small impact on offense.

toonsterwu · 03-09-2007, 11:19 AM

The James signing is a nice move. At one point in time, he was showing great potential, but injuries hurt him. Still, a solid depth guy to have, and young enough that he may become a starter again sometime in the future.

ryan0022 · 03-09-2007, 12:09 PM

yeah a solid depth guy - I guess that's see ya later to Rod Hood which I think was inevitable casue he wants to be a starter, can't blame him

eaglesalltheway · 03-09-2007, 01:52 PM

I'm glad we got James back, he will compete for the Nickel role. Bethel Johnson is an eh signing, buthe could make a small impact on offense, but very small, if at all.

Go_Eagles77 · 03-09-2007, 02:30 PM

I listened to his conference call on PE.com and he thinks he could be the starter and make the pro bowl, not gonna happen here Will.

eaglesalltheway · 03-09-2007, 03:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Go_Eagles77

I listened to his conference call on PE.com and he thinks he could be the starter and make the pro bowl, not gonna happen here Will.

Yeah, I definitely agree. Sorry Will, you won't jump past Sheldon and Lito.