Philadelphia Eagles: 5 Keys to Improve the Wide Receivers
By Jacob Brooks
Dec 14, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Chip Kelly talks with wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) during a game against the Dallas Cowboys at Lincoln Financial Field. The Cowboys defeated the Eagles 38-27. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
#1 – RE-SIGN JEREMY MACLIN
The most obvious and pressing issue is current Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin and does he return to Philly. I think Maclin is back next season. He proved how valuable he could be in this offense and posted his best season as the lead receiver in Head Coach Chip Kelly’s offense.
One year removed from a torn ACL, Maclin delivered an incredible season with a very shaky quarterback group. Who ends up being the Philadelphia Eagles signal caller to start the 2015 NFL season is debateable, but putting up solid numbers with Mark Sanchez playing quarterback says a lot.
Maclin is a team guy who fits the build of what Coach Kelly likes out of his players. No off the field issues or concerns and always willing to work hard. His production and his character are why I believe Maclin will be with the Philadelphia Eagles next season.
It’s not easy to replace a guy who had 85 catches, 1318 yards and 10 touchdowns.
Next: #2 - Cut Riley Cooper