Kevin Kolb: 10 Reasons It's Becoming Increasingly Likely He'll Remain In Philly
Now that one big star has been traded, we switch to the next biggest star on the trade block. Yes it's a different sport but everybody wants to know where Kevin Kolb will be if there is a 2011 NFL season.
Kolb does not want to be on the bench. He feels he is ready to start in the NFL, and he certainly does not want to wait behind Michael Vick.
However the Eagles have to do what is best for them, not Kolb. The NFL is a business and Philadelphia needs to be smart in how it handles the quarterback situation.
Here are 10 reasons Kolb is likely to remain in Philadelphia.
10. Kolb Was Originally Their First Choice
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This time last year we were debating if Kolb had what it takes to lead the Eagles to victory. He went down with an injury, Michael Vick took over and never looked back.
The Eagles traded away their Pro Bowl quarterback so Kevin Kolb could start. When you do that, you really like the guy. The Eagles haven't changed their opinion on Kolb—they still like what he brings to the table.
He may not be their first choice now, but it's not like they don't want Kolb around.
9. DeSean Jackson Can Make Anyone Look Good
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Jackson has been electrifying since he entered the NFL. He has the ability to break plays wide open and make defenders miss.
If there is any doubt of Kolb's ability, Jackson can make him better if-and-when Kolb steps on the field.
Jackson clearly made Michael Vick look exceptional this past season, which brings me to the next reason...
8. Last Year May Have Been a Fluke
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Michael Vick had the best season of his career in 2010. But was it just a fluke?
Vick threw for over 3,000 yards for the first time in his career. He also posted his career best total for touchdowns with 30. He was spectacular to watch, but can he do it all again in 2011?
Keeping Kolb on the team protects the Eagles should Vick play poorly next season.
7. Andy Reid Needs Kolb
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Andy Reid has to win the Super Bowl within the next few years or his days in Philadelphia are over. He's been with the team since 1999 and he has never won the big game. Philadelphia fans love football more than anything and desperately want their team to win it all.
He already traded away his Pro Bowl QB in Donovan McNabb and received a bunch of heat for it. It turned out to be a good deal, but who's to say trading Kolb would end well? We don't really know what the result of that trade would be.
Reid needs to keep Kolb around because if he plays well somewhere else and Vick isn't the same as he was in 2010, Reid will never hear the end of it.
6. Vick Is Only Guaranteed for One Year
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The Eagles placed the franchise tag on Vick, meaning he's guaranteed for the 2011 season.
However, if he doesn't play well or gets into anymore trouble, he may not be around much longer. And if Kolb is no longer on the team, the Eagles will be done for.
It's too risky to trade Kolb because nobody knows the future of Michael Vick.
5. No Reliable Replacement
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If they trade Kolb, who is going to be the backup? They drafted Mike Kafka from Northwestern in the draft last year, but how confident are they in his ability to back up the dangerous Michael Vick?
They could draft another quarterback, but it would still be a setback. By getting rid of Kolb, the Eagles are leaving themselves in a vulnerable spot. Vick is always at risk for injury. Do the Eagles really feel safe with an inexperienced backup quarterback?
4. The Eagles Haven’t Made Any Moves Yet
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The current collective bargaining agreement in the NFL ends next week. Teams can make deals up until that point but nobody has.
The Eagles had opportunities to trade Kolb but have yet to do anything. If they don't do anything by next week, Kolb will be stuck as an Eagle until a new deal is worked out, and nobody knows when that will happen.
3. He’s The Best Option For Philadelphia’s Future
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Michael Vick will be 31 next season. The way he plays football, nobody knows how much longer he has. After the season he had last year, Michael Vick is the best option for the Eagles right now. However, how much longer can he go?
Kolb will be 27 next season and still has a lot left in him. He's never been a full-time starter but can definitely flourish in that role.
2. He’s Great Insurance
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Michael Vick is subject to injury every time he hits the field. Technically every player is subject to injury on every play but nobody is more at risk than Vick.
Vick's style of play is very dangerous. He is a phenomenal running quarterback and will probably go down as the best rushing QB ever. However, if he gets hurt and Kolb isn't there to step in, the Eagles are done.
Keeping Kolb gives the Eagles excellent insurance should anything happen to Vick. Kolb can step in if Vick gets hurt, plays bad, or gets into trouble off the field. If they trade him away, the Eagles put themselves in great danger of a losing season if the unexpected were to happen to Vick.
1. No Collective Bargaining Agreement
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The current deal ends the first week of March. If Kolb is still on the team then, he will remain their until a new deal is worked out.
The only type of trade NFL teams can make is draft pick for draft pick. No players are allowed to be signed or traded if there is no new CBA.
Unless a new CBA is agreed upon before the 2011 NFL Draft, Kevin Kolb will be an Eagle. If there is a new deal worked out just before the season, Philadelphia will keep Kolb and see how the season pans out. If things are looking good for Philly, then Kolb could be moved before the trade deadline.
Since nobody knows when a new deal will be worked out, Kolb is very likely to remain in Philadelphia
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