Eagles cut Brian Westbrook
A day after the Chargers cut LaDainian Tomlinson, the Eagles and running back Brian Westbrook have parted ways as the Eagles released the veteran running back.
"This is the absolutely worst part of the job, but if you're fortunate enough to stick around long enough, you're going to see these things happen," [coach Andy] Reid said, via Bob Ford of the Philadelphia Inquirer.
Westbrook, who will turn 31 in September, was slated to earn $7.25 million in 2010 despite missing half of last season due to two concussions. This move was not a surprise considering Westbrook's triple threat of advancing age, exorbitant salary and health concerns.
"Brian is one of the greatest Eagles of all time and he is an even a better person and leader," Reid said. "In my mind, there has not been a more versatile running back that the NFL has seen."
The release of Westbrook boosts the fantasy value of rookie LeSean McCoy, who was the team's second-round draft pick. However, expectations for McCoy should be tempered considering the Eagles' pass-first-and-ask-questions-later philosophy.
In 2009, McCoy finished the season with 637 rushing yards and caught 40 passes for 308 yards. A season with 800-1000 rushing yards and 400-500 receiving yards is likely in 2010.
