Jimmy Kempski

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 28, 2015

Eagles

Eagles ILB Jordan Hicks looks more like a savvy veteran than a rookie

by Jimmy Kempski

In roughly six quarters this season, Jordan Hicks has 17 tackles, an INT, a sack, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery, a pass breakup, and he knocked out Tony Romo for half the season.

September 28, 2015

Eagles

Day-after review: Brandon Bair was a batted-pass machine against the Jets

by Jimmy Kempski

As we noted in our "10 awards" post following the Eagles-Jets game, Brandon Bair was a key part of the Eagles' win on Sunday, as he was able to bat down three passes at the line of scrimmage. Bair's three batted passes lead the NFL.

September 27, 2015

Eagles

Five matchups to watch today between the Eagles and Jets

by Jimmy Kempski

The Eagles are 0-2, and are reeling after season-opening losses to the Falcons and Cowboys. As they try to rid themselves of the stench they produced last week against the Dallas, the Eagles have their fair share of corrections to make against a very talented Jets defense. Here are five matchups to watch.

September 27, 2015

Eagles

Eagles-Jets inactives: DeMarco Murray will not play, three Eagles defensive starters also out

by Jimmy Kempski

The Eagles' released their inactives against the Jets. Among them are starters Mychal Kendricks, Kiko Alonso, and Cedric Thornton. The Birds will need DeMeco Ryans, Jordan Hicks and Brandon Bair to step up in their place. Here are the Eagles' and Jets' inactives.

September 27, 2015

Eagles

Handing out 10 awards from the Eagles-Jets game

by Jimmy Kempski

Hey hey! The Eagles won a game. Good on them. It wasn't pretty, and they struggled to put the Jets away after building up a 24-0 lead, but a win is a win. Win or lose, as always, our 10 post-game awards!

September 26, 2015

Eagles

Grocery shopping: Five college players to watch who could interest the Eagles in the 2016 NFL Draft

by Jimmy Kempski

As long as you're taking in some college football games today, here are some players who could make some sense for the Eagles in the 2016 NFL Draft.

September 25, 2015

Eagles

Eagles have fourth-highest number of jersey sales in NFL, per one metric

by Jimmy Kempski

During the time period in between the 2015 NFL Draft (April 30th) and September 21st, the Eagles have the fourth highest jersey sales in the NFL at in-store and online sales at Dick's Sporting Goods.

September 25, 2015

Eagles

Eagles-Jets injury report, with analysis

by Jimmy Kempski

Heading into Week 2 against the Cowboys, the Eagles were in outstanding health. However, the brutal nature of the NFL season is already beginning to take its toll, as the Eagles' injury report is beginning to fill up. Here's a look at the Eagles' and Jets' injuries, with analysis.

September 24, 2015

Eagles

Eagles should be evaluated statistically in terms of 'per drive,' not 'per game'

by Jimmy Kempski

Oftentimes the Eagles' offense will put up what look like good numbers statistically, but lose. For example, against the Cardinals last year, they racked up 521 yards, but only scored 20 points, and lost. They gained 429 yards against the Packers but got blown out. Against the Redskins, they put up 495 yards of total offense, but scored 24 points and their season was over.

September 24, 2015

Eagles

Former Jets player Bart Scott bashes Chip Kelly and his 'scientists and stuff'

by Jimmy Kempski

Appearing on the Joe and Evan Show on WFAN New York, former Ravens and Jets LB and current contributor on NFL Today on CBS Bart Scott revealed that he is not a fan of Chip Kelly. Scott took a litany of shots at Kelly and the Eagles.