[46] He was named by his teammates as the club's offensive MVP in 2000 and 2001. In the second half, Andy Reid decided to go with Kevin Kolb, who was in his second year in the league. 1, Panthers' Bryce Young is all 'business now', Top picks Christian Gonzalez, Keion White reflect Patriots' ideal identity, Big takeaways from the NFL draft: A historic QB class, the rebuilt AFC South and new GMs thriving, NFL Nation sizes up all 259 draft selections, XFL semifinals: Defenders roll Sea Dragons, set up title showdown with Renegades. Now he is a member of one of the league's worst run organizations. If that is the case, why would McNabb want to stay around and help one of those rookies squeeze him out of either the starting job or the backup to Rex Grossman gig? This was McNabb's first time being benched for something other than injury or a meaningless game. McNabb, who also played for the Minnesota Vikings in 2011, always will be remembered as an Eagle, and retiring as one completes his NFL circle of life. Led the Eagles to five conference championship games. [84], In the first week of the 2010 season, McNabb and head coach Mike Shanahan led the Redskins to victory over the Dallas Cowboys. To go along with that, he completed 59.1% (211-357) of his passes. McNabb went 92-49-1 with the Eagles and holds the franchise records for completions (2,801), passing yards (32,873) and passing touchdowns (216). [75] The Eagles lost the game, giving McNabb a 1-4 record in conference championships, matching Ken Stabler with the lowest winning percentage in conference championships for a quarterback who has won it. 2 overall pick in the 1999 NFL Draft. Donovan McNabb set to retire as an Eagle - ProFootballTalk McNabb and Iverson: A Tale of Two Retirements | The Philly Post In the season opener against the Green Bay Packers, the Eagles and McNabb suffered a 1613 loss. The Eagles won 2311 and advanced to the NFC Championship game against the Arizona Cardinals, whom they defeated earlier in the season. He also rushed for 141 yards and two touchdowns. However, this was not a detriment to McNabb or the Eagles, as McNabb's offensive output increased in the years after his fourth season. 2 pick in 1999, Andy Reid's first season as coach of the Eagles. : NOTEBOOK; Record-Setting Faulk Named the M.V.P. Donovan McNabb Retires As An Eagle - philadelphiaeagles.com McNabb was named the Big East's offensive player of the decade for the 1990s,[14] and Big East Offensive Player of the Year three times from 1996 to 1998,[12] as well as the first-team all-conference vote earner in each of his four seasons. As of the 2010 season, ranked fourth-best all-time in career interception percentage (2.20%) among NFL quarterbacks. Despite McNabb's efforts, the Eagles lost by a score of 2421. Uncle says Hamlin still 'fighting,' is in 'great hands' Buffalo Bills. Prior to his season-ending injury, McNabb was on pace to throw 4,457 yards, which would have easily eclipsed his career high of 3,875, set in 2004. Clinton Portis could be headed for retirement, Santana Moss will be an 11-year vet next season, and Anthony Armstrong was their second leading receiver. [7] As a senior, he led the team to a Chicago Prep Bowl championship. McNabb was knocked out of the NFC title game after being hit on the ground by Panthers' linebacker Greg Favors after he had been tripped up on a broken play. [31][32][33] He threw a career-high 390 passing yards and four touchdowns in a 3524 victory at the Cleveland Browns on December 10 en route to his second NFC Offensive Player of the Week award. McNabb threw the first touchdown pass of his career (six yards to tight end Chad Lewis) against the Indianapolis Colts in a 4417 home loss on November 21, 1999. [36] He accounted for 74.6% of the team's total net yards in 2000, third highest in the NFL. but with Ryan Torrain penciled in as the starting back, there will be questions about the running game in 2011, even with Mike Shanahan's great zone scheme. [87] The same day, his Redskins suffered a 5928 defeat by his former team, the Eagles, at home on Monday Night Football. The other problem McNabb is facing is his ability to lead receivers. Only ten quarterbacks placed higher in both categories. When did Donovan McNabb leave the Philadelphia Eagles? However, in an interview with NBC, McNabb said he was not sick and did not throw up. McNabb later indicated that this was not true, and stated that although he believed rookie Kevin Kolb's time would come, he would be an Eagle the next season. [47][48] In week 11 of the 2002 season, McNabb suffered a broken fibula. His passing motion is very tight and he relies a lot on his upper body strength to make passes happen. Not because he benched McNabb, but because Shanahan didn't even tell him and McNabb found out through the media. This slide really does not need much elaboration. If that is the case, McNabb should give some consideration to walking away from the NFL. What team did Donovan McNabb retire with? - idswater.com First NFL quarterback to throw more than 30 touchdowns and less than 10 interceptions in a season (2004), Most consecutive pass attempts completed, with 24 over two games in 2004 against the New York Giants (his final 10 passes on November 28, 2004) and Green Bay Packers (his first 14 passes on December 5, 2004), until, Most rushing yards by a quarterback in a postseason game, with 107 yards on January 11, 2004, against the Green Bay Packers. In week 8, Shanahan stated in a press conference that McNabb would remain the Redskins' starting quarterback. Since coming to Washington, the brighter idea of the Shanahan and Shanahan show has decided that now is the time to try and change his throwing motion and make him stretch his front leg out further during his release. Total touchdowns per game, interceptions per game, and career touchdown-to-interception ratio ranked 24th, 16th, and 10th respectively (minimum 3000 attempts). suffer power outage at hands of Eagles", "49ers' Colin Kaepernick sets quarterback playoff rushing record", "How many quarterbacks have 200 yards passing and 100 yards rushing in a playoff game", "Ten most dynamic performances in Philadelphia Eagles playoff history", "Former QB Donovan McNabb joins NFL Network", "Fox Sports 1 debuts with trucks race, UFC", "Donovan McNabb will call NFL games for Fox", "Gary Payton and Donovan McNabb are no longer with Fox Sports", "ESPN Radio Hires Former NFLer Donovan McNabb As Analyst", "Donovan McNabb, Eric Davis suspended by ESPN as it investigates harassment allegations", "ESPN fires Donovan McNabb, Eric Davis after sexual misconduct probe", "No Chunky for You: Campbell's new trademark is likely to raise questions", "Donovan McNabb weds college sweetheart in hometown ceremony - Mr. & Mrs", "McNabb's family grows by 2 with birth of twins", "McNabb stands by his pitch for Eagles to get help", "Would you pay $9 for a beet flavored energy drink? But the ultimate goal eluded him despite appearances in five NFC championship games and one Super Bowl. 1, Panthers' Bryce Young is all 'business now', Top picks Christian Gonzalez, Keion White reflect Patriots' ideal identity, Big takeaways from the NFL draft: A historic QB class, the rebuilt AFC South and new GMs thriving, NFL Nation sizes up all 259 draft selections, XFL semifinals: Defenders roll Sea Dragons, set up title showdown with Renegades. McNabb carried that momentum into October as he went 33-for-48 (68.8% completions), and threw 369 yards and three touchdowns en route to leading the Eagles to a memorable come-from-behind victory at an unfriendly Arrowhead Stadium against the Kansas City Chiefs. He paid his fine and began serving his time on November 30, 2015. [83] The conditional pick became a fourth-round pick in 2011, which was traded to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in exchange for a lower fourth-round pick in 2011 and a fourth-round pick in 2012. That's bad. During the game, however, he was 20-of-25 passing, with 255 yards and four touchdowns. He told The Philadelphia Daily News last week that he "wouldn't care" if he is booed by Eagles fans, who had a love-hate relationship with McNabb when he was with the team. If a team is in the market for a quarterback, that almost always means they have a gaping hole at the position. He went to the locker room to have his ankle taped, but returned for the Eagles' second drive. Titans quarterback Will Levis opens up about emotional draft day. During the game, McNabb tore the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and meniscus in his right knee while jumping out of bounds, ending his season, the third time in five years McNabb had gone down with six or more games remaining in the regular season. So, for me, if I get booed, it wouldn't be anything new. Despite all of the problems, McNabb finished the game with 30 completions for 357 yards, the third-highest total for both categories in Super Bowl history, and three touchdowns, the only points in the game for Philadelphia. He averaged 8.26 yards per attempt, completed 64.0% of his passes, threw 31 touchdown passes (he also ran for three more), and had only eight interceptions. An article written by a staff member of The Philadelphia Inquirer refuted allegations of McNabb throwing up during the Super Bowl and even labeled the alleged incident "a myth". There are not many quarterbacks in NFL history that can say they have thrown more touchdowns than interceptions in every season that they have played. In the game, McNabb was penalized for unsportsmanlike conduct, when after being tackled into the Giants' sideline after a lengthy run, he picked up the Giants' coaching phone in jest. Postseason passing touchdowns, total offensive yards, and pass completions ranked 14th (tied), 12th, and 10th respectively. There is still a very good chance that the Redskins use their 10th overall selection in this year's draft. 5 when the Birds host Andy Reid's. In 2001, McNabb led the Eagles to an 115 season and fourth-quarter comebacks in two wins against the defending NFC champion New York Giants. But as you get older those odds, statistically, decrease. [39][40] He was named 2000 NFL Player of the Year by CBS Radio and the Terry (Bradshaw) Awards on Fox Sports and was named to the All-Madden team. I was approached with the idea of writing an article about why Donovan McNabb should hang up his cleats at the end of the season and thought it would be an awesome project to sink my teeth into. Regardless of whether or not McNabb stays in Washington, there will always be one line on his career legacy that he'll never be able to shake. [128][129] The family splits their time between homes in Moorestown, New Jersey[130] and Chandler, Arizona. Donovan McNabb Retires As An Eagle The most prolific, dynamic quarterback in the history of the Philadelphia Eagles, Donovan McNabb retired as an Eagle on July 29 . For McNabb to lose the job to him, under any circumstances other than injury, is something he has to cringe at. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Nine postseason wins tied for 12th-most among quarterbacks. As green fireworks exploded over the stadium, a banner with McNabb's name and number was unveiled. Donovan McNabb to officially retire with Philadelphia Eagles Monday He was 26-49 for 357 yards with one touchdown and one interception. 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McNabb set a career high with 58 passing attempts (completing 28), and tied a career high with three interceptions in the NFL's first tie game in six years, when the Eagles played the Cincinnati Bengals and ended up with a 1313 tie. Any quarterback who is on the wrong side of 30 but still thinks they have one great season left in them should consider Brett Favre as a cautionary tale. At least, that's what Ryan Pace wants you to believe in the months between now and the start of the regular season. What is Donovan McNabb doing now? - Sportskeeda His performance against the Lions was highlighted by his first perfect (158.3) quarterback rating game. 5 will always love you.". In his 11-year stint with the Eagles, McNabb won 91 regular-season games and nine playoff games. How could a player who has run NFL offenses for a decade with great success, not grasp the handsignals and terminology of a two minute offense? 5 jersey retired Thursday night, waves to the crowd. It's the lack of respect that the front office showed this year that is most disturbing. The Philadelphia Eagles will retire Donovan McNabb's No. [55] McNabb became the first quarterback to rush for more than 100 yards in a postseason game, surpassing the previous record which Otto Graham held for over 50 years. The Philadelphia Eagles announced Sunday that former quarterback Donovan McNabb will officially retire as a member of the team on Monday. Many responses from commentators, football players, coaches, and other public figures were sharply critical of Limbaugh. Seahawks coach Pete Carroll didn't let a day pass before responding to Jets DC Gregg Williams, who claimed Jamal Adams 'may get bored' in Seattle's defense. McNabb has only known one system his entire career. [56][57] He also completed the critical 4th and 26 pass to Freddie Mitchell during the game-tying drive at the end of regulation. He attempted to hook on with a team before last season but again went unsigned. There are only four seasons that he has started all 16 games. He can seem so brilliant like a sparkling diamond during a beautifully polished drive when he extends plays with his feet and gets the ball down field with his arm. [131], In 2002, McNabb, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in speech communication from Syracuse University, was named to the institution's board of trustees; he is one of the youngest trustees to have served there. McNabb has only known one system his entire career. Numerous passes this season have been just at the fingertips of Washington receivers all season. Running back Mark Ingram is excited to have rookie J.K. Dobbins joining him and believes the Ravens will have the best backfield stable around. However, when the Eagles selected McNabb the "Dirty 30" ended up loudly booing McNabb when he appeared on stage. The four teams who could be vying for Donovan McNabb's services in 2011 have some of the worst offensive lines in the NFL. Wide receiver Freddie Mitchell claimed that he had to call a few plays due to McNabb's illness. The Eagles were hopeful McNabb would start in the week-2 game against the New Orleans Saints, but he was kept on the sidelines in both weeks 2 and 3. Full list of Mr. Irrelevants in NFL draft history: Is Brock Purdy already the best final pick? At the Meadowlands on October 22, his 18-yard pass to James Thrash with 1:52 remaining gave the Eagles a 109 victory, and their first win over the Giants in ten games. He was a great scrambler during the early part of his career. That had to be an embarrassment for McNabb, who then went out and was thumped at home by his former team. On the third play of the game against the Arizona Cardinals, he was sacked by the Cardinals' Adrian Wilson and LeVar Woods. Cowboys O-Line Target Steve Avila of TCU Drafted by Rams McNabb was ushered out of Philly, which for all their faults and inabilities to win a Super Bowl, is still one of the league's best run organizations. [119] In August 2016, McNabb became the lead analyst for beIN Sports college football coverage,[120] and he also joined ESPN Radio as an analyst. [77], In the 2009 NFL Draft, the Eagles picked Missouri Tigers star wide receiver Jeremy Maclin to add to McNabb's receiving corps, with Kevin Curtis and DeSean Jackson. After playing with a sports hernia and sore thumb, McNabb's season was finally over after a disastrous effort at home on November 14 on Monday night against the rival Dallas Cowboys. For Andy Reid, yes, it apparently is. Chandler Jones was one of the best talents in the NFL a season ago, but the Cardinals were still one of the worst defenses in the league? In week 4, on October 3, McNabb played against the Eagles for the first time, returning with the Redskins to Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. He played college football at Syracuse University and was selected second overall in the 1999 NFL Draft by the Eagles, where he spent 11 seasons. Steelers' first draft under Omar Khan was 'aggressive' and achieved high marks, After hoopla of going No. There was nothing but cheering when McNabb walked out of the tunnel and onto the field where he celebrated an NFC championship and completed a fourth-and-26 pass to help win a playoff game. [69] McNabb completed 15 of 31 attempted passes for 138 yards and no touchdowns. McNabb returned to face the Atlanta Falcons in the playoffs, but he recovered slowly. In week 3 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, McNabb threw his 176th career touchdown, passing Ron Jaworski and becoming the Eagles' all-time touchdown-pass leader. [27] McNabb made his primetime debut on ESPN against the Atlanta Falcons at home on October 1, with his first 300-yard passing game in a 3810 victory and the Eagles' first 300-yard passer since Bobby Hoying against the Cincinnati Bengals at home on November 30, 1997. [85], In week 5, McNabb struggled for the first three quarters, but rallied the Redskins to a 1613 overtime victory against the eventual-Super Bowl champion Green Bay Packers at FedExField. His 22 touchdown passes tied the school's single-season record, set by former Eagle Don McPherson in 1987. Donovan McNabb should walk away,. McNabb threw three crucial interceptions, two of which were thrown in New England territory, and one of those two was inside the 20-yard line. His number of rushes has declined every season since 2007. These numbers translated to a passer rating of 104.7. Based on his accomplishments and what he meant to the Eagles' success during his tenure, we could make a good argument to have McNabb's number retired. [89] After restructuring his contract, Washington traded McNabb to Minnesota in exchange for a sixth-round draft pick in 2012 and a conditional sixth-round draft pick in 2013. As a result, the Eagles won their first seven games of the season for the first time in franchise history, clinched first place in their division with five weeks still to play in the regular season (becoming only the third team in modern NFL history to do this), and won the NFC East by a record-tying seven-game margin in posting a 133 record, the franchise's best 16-game season ever. This was also the first time that an NFL quarterback surpassed 100 yards rushing in a postseason game. McNabb officially announced his retirement over the summer. McNabb could not keep the momentum rolling, however, as the Eagles lost four straight games. What does all this mean for Donovan McNabb? [citation needed], In late September 2003, McNabb was the subject of very controversial comments made by Rush Limbaugh, who worked as a commentator for ESPN at the time, stating that McNabb was overrated, and that, "I think what we've had here is a little social concern in the NFL. [133][134], McNabb also played basketball at Syracuse University as a reserve guard. The One-Day Contract, a Last Hurrah for Athletes Donovan McNabb officially will retire as a Philadelphia Eagle on Monday, the team announced. Donovan McNabb to retire this fall as an Eagle - CBSSports.com Over the years, McNabb was involved in a number of off-the-wall controversies involving Rush Limbaugh, Terrell Owens, Bernard Hopkins and the head of the Philadelphia chapter of the NAACP. NFL footage NFL Productions LLC. The Jaguars offensive line has only allowed Maurice Jones-Drew to rush for one touchdown this season. The Bills line has not been able to protect well enough to allow them to win a game yet this season. Tracking fifth-year options for 2020 first-rounders: Which were picked up, and which were declined? It's part of the rules, and we have to go with it. During the off-season, McNabb signed a new contract with the Eagles worth $115 million over 12 years, with a $20.5 million signing bonus. Updated by the minute, our Dallas Cowboys NFL Tracker: News and views and moves inside The Star and around the league . McNabb also rushed 135 times for 438 yards and eight touchdowns. Eventually, however, he decided to attend Syracuse and play for the Syracuse Orange football team, principally because he wanted to prove he was a competent "pocket passer", but also for their broadcasting journalism program.[9]. NFL - Time for Donovan McNabb to retire - ESPN [140] He pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 90 days, 18 to be served in jail and the remainder under house arrest. A dominant defense helped A. J. Feeley and Koy Detmer go a combined 51 to finish the season. On January 11, 2009, McNabb led the Eagles past the defending champions, the New York Giants, in the divisional round of the playoffs. Controversy surrounded the end of the game, as center Hank Fraley claimed that McNabb was seriously ill. As the Eagles' starting quarterback from 1999 to 2009, McNabb led the team to eight playoff appearances (including five consecutive from 2000 to 2004), five division titles (including four consecutive from 2001 to 2004), five NFC Championship Games (including four consecutive from 2001 to 2004), and one Super Bowl appearance in Super Bowl XXXIX.
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