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Klecko the DT

Before anyone gets too excited about what Dan Klecko could bring to the defensive line -- now that the fullback experiment is officially over -- take a quick look at his (non) production over the last five seasons.

Davis Gets His Say

Somewhat lost in the hoopla over the Dan Klecko signing is that the Eagles already have a guy on the roster who knows how to play the position.  Former practice squadder Jason Davis gets his say today on PE.com.

In some ways, he certainly seems like a more obvious fit as a west coast offense fullback:

Davis was a two-year starter at Illinois where he finished his college career with 67 receptions for 602 yards and two touchdowns. On the ground, Davis churned out 230 yards on 49 carries for another score...

[L]ast season [Thomas] Tapeh had just eight receptions and five rushes. Davis knows that with his experience at Illinois, he can bring something different to the position.

"I also bring an element which a lot of fullbacks can't bring in which I can run and catch a little bit," said Davis. "If I show it, maybe they'll put a little bit in there for me to use."

He also flashes a nice bit of personality:

"I can handle (getting the first down on 3rd-and-1), but if you want me to take my shirt off and be a Tommy Hilfiger underwear model, that is not going to work," Davis said.

I know it sounds crazy, but I'm still wondering if there isn't a possible role for both these guys.  I don't know if Matt Schobel should be feeling too comfortable about his role on the team right now.  It's probably not a good sign when you manage to put up six straight seasons of declining production.