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    2017 NFL Draft: Would Eagles draft Oklahoma's Joe Mixon?




    PHOENIX -- Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie, who has shown in the past he is not afraid to give second chances, might just be giving another one soon -- to Oklahoma running back Joe Mixon.

    "I don't want to talk about a specific player. Of course, I know all about situations like that," Lurie said Tuesday evening at the NFL Owner Meetings of Mixon. "I'll say this -- first of all, we've been an organization that has given players a second chance. However, we have also been an organization that really values character. Add to that, the fact that I would never want to telegraph what we are going to do at any position in the draft...I can't explain to you exactly what we would be doing, because I don't want to telegraph what we're going to do."
    Mixon is one of the most polarizing players in the 2017 NFL Draft due to a 2014 incident in which he punched a woman named Amelia Molitor in the face. Molitor suffered multiple broken bones and had to undergo surgery.

    Mixon was suspended one year from the program. Video of the incident became public late last year.

    Strictly as a player, however, Mixon is exactly what the Eagles need.


    Mixon was dynamic on the field for Oklahoma, finishing with 1,274 yards and 10 touchdowns on 187 carries. He also caught 37 passes for 538 yards and five touchdowns. He is viewed as one of the top running backs in the draft, and if not for his off-the-field issues, would almost certainly be a first-round pick.

    The Eagles could be a landing spot for Mixon, as they are in desperate need for a playmaker at running back, and have shown interest in some of the top running backs in the draft.

    Lurie and the Eagles' organization have shown in the past they are not afraid of signing players with off-the-field issues. In 2009 the Eagles signed quarterback Michael Vick, who spent time in jail for his role in a dog-fighting ring.

    "The only real example I can give of that is Michael Vick...you can replay that press conference," Lurie said. "It took a lot of searching my own values and family, and all that. Love of dogs. All that. But I try to take it as a case-by-case basis. That is what we do. I'll naturally try to talk to Howie (Roseman), to Joe (Douglas), to Don Smolenski. We'll discuss every situation like that. And I'll listen."
    "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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    I hope he's there to smack Howie in the head if he tries to force his own agenda over Douglas .
    We're looking for people that are fundamentally different,” vice president of player personnel Andy Weidl said Saturday night. “The love and passion for football, it's non-negotiable. They're caring, their character, they do the right thing persistently, and they have a relentless playing style that you can see on tape. The motor, it burns hot. You see them finishing plays. They have a team-first mentality. They're selfless individuals.

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    • #3
      He is in the war room every year. Has been since he bought the team. Every owner in football is in the war room during the draft.

      Honestly I am glad he is, especially if there is a disagreement between Joe and Howie. Howie will have the final say but Lurie will have the score card.
      Were from Philly F in Philly no one likes us we DON'T CARE!

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      • #4
        Yeah, that's what I'm talking about. He told Howie to get Wentz last year. He was in there telling Rhodes to pass on Sapp and draft Mamula. Now he's not tipping "our plans". I hope that he's out of it now. If he wants to control Howie fine. If he wants to keep notes fine but that's it I hope.
        "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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        • #5
          How would you guys feel about the Eagles drafting Mixon? I dont know all the details about what he did. I know what he did but I do not think I have ever heard why he did it.

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          • #6
            Originally posted by RobLew65 View Post
            How would you guys feel about the Eagles drafting Mixon? I dont know all the details about what he did. I know what he did but I do not think I have ever heard why he did it.
            Watch the video of him clocking that girl, the why doesn't matter. He's a piece of shit!
            Stand for the flag you assholes!

            Eagles, Flyers Phillies fan since 1977. GO O'S!!

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            • #7
              This is all that you need to know Rob.


              "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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              • #8
                Thanks for the link 60. Good timing.
                Stand for the flag you assholes!

                Eagles, Flyers Phillies fan since 1977. GO O'S!!

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by Zepster View Post
                  Thanks for the link 60. Good timing.
                  Zep! Good to here from you man!
                  "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by Eagle60 View Post
                    Zep! Good to here from you man!
                    You too, it's been a while. I lost my password and I couldn't get it sent to me for some reason, just found it in an old note book, lol. Just in time for the draft!
                    Stand for the flag you assholes!

                    Eagles, Flyers Phillies fan since 1977. GO O'S!!

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                    • #11
                      Originally posted by Eagle60 View Post
                      This is all that you need to know Rob.


                      Well now that I have seen it. You are right he is a POS!

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                      • #12
                        Originally posted by Zepster View Post
                        Thanks for the link 60. Good timing.
                        Howdy Zep !!
                        We're looking for people that are fundamentally different,” vice president of player personnel Andy Weidl said Saturday night. “The love and passion for football, it's non-negotiable. They're caring, their character, they do the right thing persistently, and they have a relentless playing style that you can see on tape. The motor, it burns hot. You see them finishing plays. They have a team-first mentality. They're selfless individuals.

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                        • #13
                          Teams keep beating us because of having a POS or 2 on their team. Maybe we need some of our own.
                          We're looking for people that are fundamentally different,” vice president of player personnel Andy Weidl said Saturday night. “The love and passion for football, it's non-negotiable. They're caring, their character, they do the right thing persistently, and they have a relentless playing style that you can see on tape. The motor, it burns hot. You see them finishing plays. They have a team-first mentality. They're selfless individuals.

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                          • #14
                            Originally posted by Zepster View Post
                            You too, it's been a while. I lost my password and I couldn't get it sent to me for some reason, just found it in an old note book, lol. Just in time for the draft!
                            And here I thought only I did things like that.
                            "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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                            • #15
                              Originally posted by musicman View Post
                              Teams keep beating us because of having a POS or 2 on their team. Maybe we need some of our own.
                              Oh I agree MM, but there ARE limits. Did't we take a few last year? Mills and Bradham come to mid right off the bat.
                              "Hey Giants, who's your Daddy?"

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