Michael Vick
I’m more interested to see how Vick assumes his role as leader of this team than I am in his actual performance. It seems like this year Vick has really stepped into the role as the outright leader of this football team. While I’m certainly interested to see how Vick bounces back after a mediocre 2011, I really want to see how he rallies the troops and gets this offense to respond in pressure situations.
Middle Of Defense
The Eagles spent a lot of effort both in the draft and free agency to improve the middle of their defense. On Thursday night, keep an eye out for newcomers Fletcher Cox and Demeco Ryans, two new additions that are sure to improve this defense. The Eagles traded up in the draft to select Cox who is a very powerful defensive lineman. They also traded for Demeco Ryans who is an All-Pro middle linebacker.
Desean Jackson
Desean signed a big deal during the off season so I will be watching to see how he performs now that he is all locked up and set financially. Desean really has no excuses now. The spotlight will be on him to as he attempts to prove that he is an elite wide receiver.
Juan Castillo
Castillo has been given a second chance after a sub par 2011 season as Eagles defensive coordinator. I will be watching to see how Castillo adjusts during the course of the game.
Andy Reid
It is likely that Andy Reid will be back for Thursday’s game against the Steelers. After the passing of his son Garret Reid, my prayers are with Andy and his family during this extremely difficult time. Tuesday was Garret's funeral and there was a quite a big turnout as many came to pay their respects. So far it seems that there has been a lot of support from the Eagles and beyond as the Reids struggle through this extremely difficult time.
Overall there are a ton of things to watch for in Thursday night’s game against the Steelers. The Eagles have added a lot of key pieces and hopefully it will all come together against the Steelers.
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