Phire Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Apparently Ajayi grew up everywhere Quote Then when you consider Ajayi grew up in Texas and is well aware of the Eagles' rivalry, he’ll likely be looking to top his debut. “This is a special one for me. I won’t lie. Growing up in Texas in my household the Cowboys were on the TV quite a bit,” Ajayi said. “It’s funny my mom’s actually an Eagles fan so she was super psyched when I got here. I’ve got a lot of people that are going to be at this game.” Blount gets his first taste of the rivalry but has played twice at the AT&T Stadium. In his last outing against Dallas, Blount had a game-high 74 rushing yards on 13 carries in a win with the Patriots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phire Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Quote Ajayi, a Pro Bowl running back who arrived from the Dolphins in an Oct. 31 trade, is the first offensive player to wear Westbrook's number since he left the team after the 2009 season. But Ajayi said he meant no disrespect when slipping on his No. 36 jersey (he wore No. 23 in Miami). "It was the number that was open," Ajayi said. "I definitely don't want to step on toes, because I do respect Westbrook's legacy here. And I think, most likely, this is probably going to be my only year in 36, barring a number opening up next year." Lightly-touted defensive backs Dwayne Gratz and Jacorey Shepherd are the only other players to wear No. 36 on the team since Westbrook left. The Eagles inducted Westbrook into their Hall of Fame in 2015 but did not retire his number. Philly's only handed that honor to nine players, including Westbrook's former teammates Donovan McNabb and Brian Dawkins, though it is common for teams to honor past stars by limiting the use of their old numbers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
808 Posted November 17, 2017 Share Posted November 17, 2017 Is there any rule about switching numbers during the season? McDougle's cut freed up #33 for Ajayi or Darby to take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltman Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 On 11/17/2017 at 10:33 AM, 808 said: Is there any rule about switching numbers during the season? McDougle's cut freed up #33 for Ajayi or Darby to take. I believe so, might need special permission to do so from the league Like if someone did a posthumous switch or something Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phire Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 On that big run his legs looked weird as hell. But as long as he's moving, I don't care. I honestly am not sure if that's a result of his knees or he just naturally runs like a weirdo lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiltman Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 Man this was a great trade but it's tough to watch those knees wobble, but as long as you only have to see it on huge runs...whooo cares I guess Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ninjapirate Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 3 hours ago, Phire said: On that big run his legs looked weird as hell. But as long as he's moving, I don't care. I honestly am not sure if that's a result of his knees or he just naturally runs like a weirdo lol. if it takes 71 yards to catch him who cares how it looks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nabbs4u Posted November 20, 2017 Share Posted November 20, 2017 1 hour ago, ninjapirate said: if it takes 71 yards to catch him who cares how it looks My thoughts exactly. Not many 70-99 yd TD runs occurring week in week out. We're also talking about a 220+ RB. Not like he's Bo Jackson out there? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RBreezy Posted November 21, 2017 Share Posted November 21, 2017 Ajayi be running like.. Haha sike. Guy looked great last night. He brings a lot of explosion to the backfield Roll the J! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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