A Versatile Weapon For The Eagles: Byron Marshall Signs With Philly

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After the 2016 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles drafted Byron Marshall. The Eagles chose the undrafted 5-f00t-9 rookie free agent from Oregon because of his play-making ability. They also chose Marshall because of his versatile playing style.

During the four years Marshall played for Oregon, he alternated between a running back and a wide receiver. His ability to play many positionsis something that the NFL does not see very often. Moreover, he is noted for being an unselfish player. He always puts his team first. That is probably why Marcus Mariota made him his go-to guy.

It was actually a surprise that Marshall went undrafted because he clearly has so much potential. It can even be said that he is one of the highest-grade players in the Oregon roster. Marshall probably stayed undrafted because the other teams do not have a system where a talent like him is utilized. In the past, there were other unique players just like him who had trouble finding their place in the league.

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Despite the apprehensions, Marshall is still a great talent and can become a focal point who could greatly benefit the franchise. He is being signed up as a running back in the Eagles because of his solid screen game and third down runs like draws. Marshall is also very good in returning kickoffs as well as being the lead blocker for the kick returner.

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Another Reason To Love The Eagles: Their Youth Football Clinics

The Philadelphia Eagles are starting their youth football clinics again, this year returning to Newton Friends School from July 20 to July 24. Eagles alumni like Bill Bergey, Ben Hawkins, Vince Papale, Gary Cobb, and Fred Barnett will coach 14 different Philadelphia-area locations this summer. In fact, one lucky kid, Holden Daggett won a football signed by former Eagles head coach, Dick Vermeil. 

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These youth summer clinics encourage the local youth to know more about football and ignite their passions for the sport. Coaches are both former and current players on the Lower Merion High School football team. Boys from elementary to middle school can participate and are subjected to two hours of drilling and scrimmaging. After the camp, the boys gather for a picture and join a raffle (all the players went home with a prize).

The football – or ‘footeball’ (named to honor the late Dr. Joseph Foote, an avid football fan) – clinic is a fantastic way to engage young boys in sport. From experience, I found that even if these boys do not pursue a professional sports career in the future, it is enough that they participated. Summer clinics are a way to learn life skills such as teamwork and goal-setting as well. Plus, learning from the greats fosters better participation and a sense of belonging. These experiences are one in a lifetime, and I am proud to be Eagles fan.

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