Philadelphia Eagles legend Brian Dawkins steps down from front office role

Philadelphia Eagles legend Brian Dawkins officially steps down from his full-time role with the team. There is, however, some good news.

Here’s one of those things that can fall in the category of good news and bad news. One of the most beloved players in the history of the Philadelphia Eagles, safety Brian Dawkins, is stepping down from his role as a football operations executive. To some of the most loyal fans in the history of ‘The Birds’ this might qualify as heartbreaking news.

Why? Most of us didn’t even completely know what he did. We were just glad he was still involved with the team in some capacity.

Don’t break out the Kleenex yet.

Hold on there ladies and gents. We promised good news, and we shall deliver. For those of you who are bordering on being in love with the man we call ‘Weapon X’ (we doubt there’s an Eagles fan that doesn’t love this guy), this one will make you smile.

‘Dawk’ is simply trading his full-time role for a part-time one. He’s, simply, transitioning over to the role of consultant. In his personal time, according to PhiladelphiaEagles.com, he’ll be concentrating on entrepreneurial endeavors as well as philanthropy.

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Yes, we’ve found statements from ‘Dawk’ himself.

Here’s some of what was said in Dawkins’ statement to the team:

"I want to thank Jeffrey Lurie, Howie Roseman, Don Smolenski, and Coach (Doug) Pederson for blessing me with the opportunity to return to this great organization….. I am grateful to have been a part of the team’s first Super Bowl Championship, something I wanted to help bring to this great city, one way or another… It was a privilege to work side-by-side with so many great people. I’ve put a lot of time and prayer into this decision, and after talking it over with my family and listening to the Lord, I am being called in a different direction as I take the next step in my life and career. Although I am leaving my full-time role in football operations, I will always be a part of the Eagles family and the Philadelphia community. I look forward to continuing to work with the organization as a consultant while I also pursue other endeavors that are extremely important to me and my family’s purpose to inspire hope and increase the minds, bodies, and souls of so many to come."

The Eagles organization responds to the love from Dawkins with some love of their own.

It didn’t take long for the Eagles organization to respond. Take a look:

"Brian Dawkins will always be a Philadelphia Eagle. We greatly appreciate all of Brian’s contributions to our football operations department over the last two seasons and we are excited that he will continue to help us going forward. As an NFL Hall of Famer and a Philadelphia Eagles legend, Brian is able to provide valuable perspective and draw on his extensive experience in the NFL while working in our front office. Our doors will always be open to him and we will support him in anything he does, both professionally and personally, as he continues his post-playing career."

Enough said.