Philadelphia Eagles: Is it Finally Time to Fire Andy Reid as Eagles Head Coach?

Andy Reid is the classic example of a coach who will get you to the playoffs, but won't win a championship.

His tenure with the Philadelphia Eagles has been very successful, but without a Super Bowl despite having some very talented teams, it's clear that Reid isn't the right man for the job.

Sunday's loss to the Giants was the Eagles second of the season, dropping them to 1-2, not the start the "dream team" expected.

Reid hasn't been able to lead the Eagles to the next level, and he's had more than enough time to get it done.

Let's look at some reasons why the Eagles should fire Andy Reid.

Nicholas Goss is a Featured Columnist at Bleacher Report. Follow @NicholasGoss35.

Andy Reid Can't Win Big Playoff Games

Andy Reid's record in the playoffs is 10-10, which isn't terrible, but his 1-4 record in NFC championship games is.

Reid's Eagles lost three straight NFC title games from 2001-03 before finally beating the Atlanta Falcons in 2004 to get to the Super Bowl. The Eagles lost Super Bowl XXXIX to the New England Patriots 20-17.

Reid isn't capable of getting the most from his players in big playoff games and did not call a good game in the Super Bowl against the Patriots.

Reid's Recent 1st Round Draft Picks Have Been Weak

In the last eight NFL Drafts, Andy Reid and the Eagles have selected just three players who have had productive careers: wide receiver Jeremy Maclin, defensive tackle Mike Patterson and offensive tackle Shawn Andrews. Andrews is no longer with the team.

In those eight seasons, the Eagles drafted the following players: (Year, pick number, name, position, school.)

2003	15	Jerome McDougle	DE	Miami
2004	16	Shawn Andrews	T	Arkansas
2005	31	Mike Patterson	DT	Southern California
2006	14	Brodrick Bunkley	DT	Florida State
2007	No pick
2008	No pick
2009	19	Jeremy Maclin	WR	Missouri
2010	13	Brandon Graham	DE	Michigan

Andy Reid has drafted well with some later round picks in his Eagles tenure, but his recent first round picks haven't been impressive.

Andy Reid Is Typically a Year Late in Making Additions

Andy Reid is generally slow to make needed improvements to the Philadelphia Eagles after playoff losses.

When the Eagles needed a big play wide receiver after not having one cost them in NFC championship games losses to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Carolina Panthers in 2002 and 2003 respectively, Reid finally went out and got Terrell Owens.

Owens was a major reason why the Eagles got to the Super Bowl in 2004, but Reid was unable to help heal the relationship between Owens and quarterback Donovan McNabb, so Owens left the franchise and went to Dallas.

Before last season, it was clear the Eagles didn't have a pass rushing defensive end, yet Reid decided not to pursue free agent Julius Peppers. Peppers instead signed with the Chicago Bears.

Last year, the Eagles could have used someone like Peppers, especially in the playoffs against Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers.

Longevity Isn't Always a Good Thing

Andy Reid has been the head coach of the Philadelphia Eagles since the 2000 season and has spent over a decade with the team.

However, during his tenure in Philly, he has only been able to lead the Eagles to the Super Bowl once despite making nine playoff appearances and five NFC championship games.

The Eagles have chosen to get rid of quality quarterbacks such as Donovan McNabb and Kevin Kolb when the team did not meet expectations. Maybe it's Reid that's the problem, and not the quarterbacks?

Reid's Playcalling and Decision Making Has Been Poor

The Eagles have made too many mistakes this season that have cost them losses at Atlanta and home to the New York Giants.

The Eagles have massive trouble in short yard situations, and goal line scenarios are a lost cause it seems.

Whether it's going for it on fourth downs when punting is the best choice, or calling a poor game and not managing his players well, Reid isn't getting the most out of his team this season.

With Reid Gone, Who Replaces Him?

The Philadelphia Eagles need a coach who has proven postseason experience, knowledge of leading a team in the salary cap era and a Super Bowl championship.

Bill Cowher is the right man for the job. During his many seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Cowher led them to multiple playoff appearances, including one Super Bowl title in 2006.

Cowher is a master motivator and X's and O's coach who gets the most out of his players and demands respect from his players, fellow coaches and opponents.

It's unlikely to think Cowher is going to stay retired from coaching, so the Eagles should consider hiring him.