He irks me, He irks me not. (NFC East Version)

Aloha from Hawaii (where the Pro Bowl  belongs...haha)  everyone!  The good thing about living in Hawaii is that there's great diversity when it comes to football fan-hood.  As I was working out this morning, I noticed that there was a Cowboy fan, Giant fan, Charger fan and last but certainly LEAST, a raider fan.  I started thinking about how much certain players from each of those teams "irk" me.  I also thought about some players that I truly respect from those teams.  It inspired me to write a series called  "He irks me, He irks me not."  I know that the purpose of this site is not to bash people.  I just wanted to get my thoughts out and create "blogalogue" (blogging dialogue?)  So, for each Friday I will be covering a different division, starting with the NFC East and ending with the AFC West (best for last.)  More after the jump...

NFC EAST

Dallas Cowboys: He irks me:  Roy Williams.  Is it just me or does this guy think too highly of himself?  I thought he was a monster coming out of Texas, but he should be considered somewhat of a bust.  He's slow, he sucks and yet he complains about not getting the ball enough.  The Cowboys gave up a fortune for him...and for what?  So Miles Austin could step in and take his role???  I know a bunch of Cowboy fans here that are still scratching their heads at this.  I'm glad that he got lit up when the Broncos played him!  He irks me not:  Tony Romo.  I know that a lot of people just don't like him.  He folds in pressure situations, goes to Mexico with Jessica Simpson and works on his golf game a lot....but I think he takes too much blame for the Cowboys misfortunes.  I think he's a very good QB.  There are teams out there that would love to have him instead of the QB that they currently have.  Also, I think he's a quality guy.  Check this link out for more info:

New York Giants:  He irks me:  Brandon Jacobs.  Don't get me wrong, I enjoy watching him run people over and all.  I just can't get over him celebrating running over a 210lb safety or sub 200lb corner.  I mean c'mon, that's what you're supposed to do...act like you've done it before!   I'll have no problem with him running over a LB or D-Lineman and standing over them celebrating.  Plus, I think he's the second best RB that the Giants have.  He irks me not:  Eli Manning.  Look no further than the Super Bowl against the Patriots and one of the most memorable plays in sports history.  Love the determination and escape factor.  This past season, minus Plaxico, Eli turned a seemingly mediocre core of wideouts into a pretty solid group.  Now that is a QB making his WR's better...I remember another QB saying that about Marshall and Royal too...Oh, I'll save that one for later! 

Philadelphia Eagles:  He irks me:  DeSean Jackson.  This kid is an absolute stud.  But, he needs to learn how to be a bit more professional.  From that infamous dropping of the ball before a TD to the "we goin sting they ass" quote before their embarrassing whooping that they got from the Cowboys.  Plus, I like our 2008 1st round WR better...just a little bit biased there.  He irks me not:  Donovan McNabb.  Is there any other QB with such a huge target on his back?  He hasn't had support since the day his was drafted!  Though he's never won a Superbowl, he's been a highly productive QB.  And just like Tony Romo, there are many teams that would jump after McNabb if he became available.  I also believe that he is one of the truly good guys in the NFL.  

Washington Redskins:  He irks me:  DeAngelo "Eddie Royal is my Daddy" Hall.  Has there ever been a CB who ran his mouth so much, yet was unable to back his talk up?  This guy causes so much drama, yet with little production.  I believe that he's got some skills, but it certainly doesn't match the size of his mouth.  What I do like though, is that Eddie Royal has DeAngelo a lot in his highlight reels.  He irks me not:  Jason Campbell.  Geez, it seems like I have a soft spot for QB's.  This guy has played QB in a different system for a record setting 133 straight years now, with this upcoming season proving to be no different.  Talk about perseverance and strong character.  Not only that, but he got killed last year!  Did you see how many times this dude got sacked???  It seemed as if he knew that every drop back could be his last.  Ouch!  I really do hope that Shanny helps bring consistency and develop this guy.   If not, there's always Colt Brennan...Sorry, couldn't resist.  Had to give Him a Shout-out.  He did after-all, treat the University of Hawaii fans to a season to remember in 2007...only to get owned by the Knowshon Moreno led Georgia Bulldogs in the Sugar Bowl.  

Well, there you go.  I hope that I didn't step on anyone's toes.  This is strictly my BIASED OPINION.  I don't claim to know everything.  And I even asked for my wife's input...LOL!  Have a great weekend everyone!  God bless!

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