The 28-year-old Bradford earned the right to remain in Philadelphia by how he performed in his final seven games of last season, after his completion percentage rose (from 62 percent through October, to 68.2 over the remainder) and he threw more touchdowns (10) than interceptions (four). When asked why he believes Bradford can be that same quarterback for an entire season, Pederson said, "You can look at it from an Xs-and-Os standpoint. You also can talk to people that have been around Sam Bradford and understand where he's come, as far as his development as a quarterback. The fact that he put himself in a leadership role toward the end of the season proves to me that he can handle this role and the opportunity to start."