Kiko Alonso and Mychal Kendricks would seem to be a dynamic duo at ILB.

That’s why I was surprised when we started to hear that DeMeco Ryans would be brought back (at a reduced rate). And now things continue to be odd.

Interesting note: Philadelphia Eagles had dinner with Stephone Anthony/LB/Clemson yesterday…more to come — Tony Pauline (@TonyPauline) March 5, 2015

Anthony is one of the best ILBs in the draft. He should be a 2nd round pick.

The Eagles had a scout (or coach) work out ILB Martell Spaight at his Pro Day.

I understand the need for depth, but Alonso and Kendricks are young ILBs. Can you really turn around and spend an early pick on another ILB?

The only way that makes sense is if Kendricks is traded.

Some of you have asked about either Alonso or Kendricks playing outside. I cannot see that happening. Alonso played some OLB in the 4-3, but that’s very different.

A 3-4 OLB needs to be 260 pounds. He must be able to engage blockers and set the edge on run plays. Neither Alonso nor Kendricks can do this consistently. They can take on blocker that come up the field on run plays, but that is different. And neither guy is a good enough pass rusher to play the Predator position. You need a star pass rusher for that.

Maybe this is all just the Eagles being thorough. Just seems odd to me.

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My understanding, Chris Polk hasn’t been tendered yet, probably will get the low tender. But prospects for getting ball more here improved. — Les Bowen (@LesBowen) March 5, 2015

Why give Polk a low tender? Why not?

Seriously, as much as we like him, Polk has rushed for 270 career yards. You tender that guy low and hope no one gives him a great offer. The Eagles have the right to match. They just wouldn’t get any compensation if a team did sign him.

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There is a rumor that the Eagles will have interest in free agent RB Mark Ingram.

I don’t think this is good or bad. I haven’t studied Ingram enough to know if the Eagles should be interested.

I do wonder if it makes sense. I get the feeling the Eagles would go one of two ways. I could see them being interested in Adrian Peterson if he’s cut. I could see them being interested in DeMarco Murray if he isn’t getting good offers from other teams. Those are top guys who might cost less than they should.

I could also see the Eagles going cheap, with Polk, Sproles and a rookie sharing carries. And don’t forget that Matthew Tucker and Kenjon Barner are on the roster as well. Tucker has 2 years of practice squad experience. He might be ready to earn a job this year.

Ingram is the middle option. I’m not sure I see the value in going for the middle option. Go get the star if the price is right. Or go with RB-by-committee and really save money.

I’ll watch some Ingram and see if he’s good enough to get excited about. I’m sure he’s good, but is he worth handing a decent deal to? This is a loaded RB class. The rookie might be the way to go.

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