Jimmy Kempski

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Jimmy Kempski has covered the Philadelphia Eagles since 2013, with stops at the Allentown Morning Call and Philly.com before joining PhillyVoice in 2014. His year-round coverage includes analysis and breaking news, told through words and poorly drawn stick figures. Follow him at the social media outlet of your choice @JimmyKempski.

jimmy@phillyvoice.com

September 15, 2016

Eagles

Week 2 NFL picks

For the gambling degenerates, here are my Week 2 NFL picks.

September 15, 2016

Eagles

Doug Pederson explains Carson Wentz's success against the blitz

As you might expect for a defense facing a rookie quarterback making his NFL debut, the Cleveland Browns tried to blitz Carson Wentz last Sunday, especially early in the game, and in key situations. That did not work out so well for them, as Wentz completed all eight of his attempts against five or more pass-rushers, according to Tim McManus of ESPN.

September 14, 2016

Eagles

Eagles vs Bears: Five matchups to watch

After starting off 2016 in style by easily handling the lowly Cleveland Browns, the Philadelphia Eagles have a chance to go 2-0 against another flawed opponent, the Chicago Bears. Here are five matchups to watch.

September 13, 2016

Eagles

Eagles sign quarterback Aaron Murray

After the Philadelphia Eagles trade Sam Bradford to the Minnesota Vikings and released McLeod Bethel-Thompson at 53-man cutdowns, they were left with just two quarterbacks on the roster, Carson Wentz and Chase Daniel.

September 13, 2016

Eagles

Eagles power ranking roundup: Birds get no respect

Are power rankings completely dumb and meaningless? Yes. Yes, they are. However, personally speaking, whenever I see them, I can't help but click. Here's where people around the country have the Birds ranked:

September 13, 2016

Eagles

Carson Wentz game review against the Browns

As any football novice could easily surmise Sunday afternoon, Philadelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Carson Wentz was really good in his professional debut, poor opponent or not. Let's take a look back at all of Wentz's notable moments in the game.

September 13, 2016

Eagles

Browns coach Hue Jackson blows off Carson Wentz's impressive debut as 'one game'

In Week 1 of the NFL regular season, Philadelphia Eagles rookie quarterback Carson Wentz made "wow" throws all over the field against the Cleveland Browns, leading the Birds to a lopsided victory. But even beyond the obvious physical abilities, Wentz looked like a poised, polished quarterback way beyond his years.

September 12, 2016

Eagles

Recap: Eagles chat with Jimmy Kempski

Beginning at noon today, Jimmy Kempski will take your questions in his weekly Eagles chat. Be sure to join him here.

September 12, 2016

Eagles

Jason Peters is indeed buying what Carson Wentz is selling

"How can they command a huddle? Can they look at 10 other guys in the huddle? And can one of these guys come into Philadelphia and get Jason Peters to believe in what they’re selling? I want to see that. I want to be able to look into their eyes and say, ‘That’s a guy I can hang my hat on.’”

September 12, 2016

Eagles

Eagles D could go from third-worst to one of the best with help from offense

The best defense is a good offense, or at least an offense that isn't punting by the time you get back form taking a whiz during the commercial break.

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