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

February 24, 2016

Eagles

Eagles clearly targeting offensive line help this offseason

The offensive line is kind of important. It's good that the new regime does not appear to plan on ignoring it.

February 24, 2016

Eagles

Eagles are negotiating a new contract with Sam Bradford's agent

For the first time this offseason, the Eagles showed some level of commitment to bringing Sam Bradford back for the 2016 season (and beyond?) when they acknowledged that they are currently negotiating a new contract with Bradford's agent, Tom Condon.

February 23, 2016

Eagles

Random notes: Which current Eagles destroyed the Combine; more on Malcolm Jenkins' deal

In 2014 free agency, the overwhelming majority of fans badly wanted the Eagles to sign Buffalo Bills safety Jairus Byrd. Instead the New Orleans Saints let Malcolm Jenkins walk in free agency and signed Byrd to a six-year, $54 million deal. The Eagles, meanwhile, signed Jenkins to a far less lucrative three-year contract worth $15.5 million. Over the last two years, Jenkins has established himself as easily one of the top 10 safeties in the NFL. Byrd, not so much. Here's what each player has done since 2014.

February 23, 2016

Eagles

NFL Combine positional previews: Safeties who could interest the Eagles

Here are five safeties competing at the 2016 Combine who might make sense for the Eagles.

February 22, 2016

Eagles

Mock draft roundup: Critiquing the national mocks, 2.0

Mock draft season deep into version 2.0 for most of the draft analysis, and it will continue to be for the next two-plus months. Sick of them yet? Too bad! Here's a mock draft roundup, with analysis.

February 22, 2016

Eagles

NFL Combine positional previews: Cornerbacks who could interest the Eagles

The Eagles' cornerback position has promise, yet there is certainly room for upgrades and depth. Here are five cornerbacks competing at the 2016 Combine who might make sense for the Eagles.

February 22, 2016

Eagles

Eagles sign Malcolm Jenkins to five-year deal

After locking up Zach Ertz, Brent Celek, Lane Johnson, and Vinny Curry to long-term deals earlier this offseason, the Eagles' front office has struck again, signing safety Malcolm Jenkins to a new five-year deal will keep him under contract through 2020. Jenkins was previously set to become an unrestricted free agent after the 2016 season.

February 21, 2016

Eagles

NFL Combine positional previews: Linebackers who could interest the Eagles

Will Jim Schwartz prefer bigger linebackers who are stout against the run, to account for the bigger gaps that could be created by wide nine alignments? Or will he prioritize fast, athletic linebackers who can fly around and make plays. Here are five linebackers competing at the 2016 Combine would might make sense for the Eagles.

February 19, 2016

Eagles

NFL Combine positional previews: Defensive tackles who could interest the Eagles

Remember the days when the Eagles had a 4-3 defense, and they always loaded up on defensive line talent, even with good players in place? "Fastballs," and whatnot? That's coming back.

February 19, 2016

Eagles

NFL Combine positional previews: Defensive ends who could interest the Eagles

The Eagles have good defensive end talent and depth, with Vinny Curry, Brandon Graham and Connor Barwin in place. However, as we were accustomed to seeing in the old Andy Reid days, the Eagles could continue loading up on "fastballs." Here are five defensive ends competing at the 2016 Combine this week who might make sense for the Eagles:

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