The Eagles are dead. Long live the Eagles.Well, that might be a bit of a stretch given that the Birds are a London win over the Jaguars away from being .500 at the season's midway point. But, given how the reigning Super Bowl champions have gotten to this point — and the uphill climb that lies ahead — it's certainly understandable that some in Philly feel like 2018 is destined to be a lost season.The Eagles may not be dead, but the hole they've dug (and continue to dig) for themselves certainly feels like it's closing in on six feet deep.As we turn our collective attention to Week 8 of the NFL season — and the Eagles' final game before their bye week — let's take a look at what some of the national media is saying about the Birds:An unlikely defenderOh, great. Doug Pederson is struggling — and not helping himself with his tone during his press conference — which means here comes vanquished enemy of the state Mike Lombardi to kick him while he's … [Read more...] about What they’re saying: The Eagles can still be fixed, but it might take some trades to do it
Al Morganti: ‘If Pederson or any of the Eagles thought there would be a grace period they were very wrong’
Remember back to the bad old days, those days before the Eagles won it all? Remember when you would have sold your soul for a Super Bowl parade? Remember when you said that for the next 10 years you would never complain if the Eagles won a Super Bowl.Well, it happened and guess what – the moaning and complaining is the same – and that’s a good thing. The Super Bowl champion Eagles are headed toward the mid point of the season looking like anything but a team ready to defend its title. The team is headed to London with a game it must win to keep its head at sea level at the half way point of the season. For the fan base, the Super Bowl has slipped away into the distant past. The Eagles performance in the first month and a half of the season has sent an adoring fan base into a panic that there won’t even be a chance at a repeat, never mind an actual repeat at champions. Well, that’s actually the way it’s supposed to be, especially in Philadelphia where … [Read more...] about Al Morganti: ‘If Pederson or any of the Eagles thought there would be a grace period they were very wrong’
Police warn of long delays in Ipswich after crash
PUBLISHED: 18:52 23 October 2018 | UPDATED: 18:52 23 October 2018 Katy Sandalls Police are currently at the scene of a collision in Ipswich Picture: NORFOLK AND SUFFOLK ROADS AND ARMED POLICING TEAM Archant There are long delays in and around the London Road area of Ipswich this evening following an earlier crash. Officers were called around 3.50pm to what is believed to have been a collision between a car and a lorry. Police are currently controlling one lane of traffic as they await recovery vehicles. Officers are warning people to avoid the area if possible. The East of England Ambulance service were called to the scene but it is thought that no one was injured. In a tweet by Norfolk and Suffolk Road and Armed Policing Team said: “Currently at the scene of a non injury RTC London Road near Orwell Housing Offices. “A single lane under traffic control in and out of town whilst we await recovery as unable to move the vehicle. “Long … [Read more...] about Police warn of long delays in Ipswich after crash
Touching minute’s applause for Norwich City fan killed in Thetford crash
PUBLISHED: 20:31 23 October 2018 | UPDATED: 20:42 23 October 2018 Abigail Nicholson An inquest has been opened into the death of Bradley Raper who died following a collision near Thetford. Picture: supplied by Chantelle Dwyer Archant Norwich City fans united in a touching minute’s applause during the Canaries’ game against Aston Villa in memory of Bradley Raper. Tributes have been paid to Dereham man Bradley Raper who died following a collision near Thetford last week. Picture: Supplied by Chantelle DwyerMr Raper, 24, who lived in Scarning, near Dereham, died following a car crash on the A1066, near Thetford, on Tuesday, October 2.He was a keen City fan and was a regular at home and away games.Thousands of supporters took part in the spontaneous applause at the 24th minute to reflect his young age.Fans in all four stands of the ground took part, including Aston Villa supporters. Bradley Raper (pictured top far right) with Dereham Cricket Club. … [Read more...] about Touching minute’s applause for Norwich City fan killed in Thetford crash
Here’s how to play Mega Millions if you’ve never done it before
Visit The Boston Globe Share on Twitter Share on Facebook Comment on this Scroll to top of page Jaclyn Reiss Globe Staff October 23, 2018 The Mega Millions jackpot surged to a world-record-shattering total of $1.6 billion this weekend, as 13 weeks of drawings have gone by with no grand prize winner.With no winner in last Friday’s drawing and another pick on tap for Tuesday, many will be flocking to their nearest gas stations, bodegas, and grocery stores to try for a chance at claiming the jackpot. But the more inexperienced lottery player might get to the counter to purchase a ticket, only to be stymied by how to pick their own numbers, or even how the process generally works. Advertisement Here’s a breakdown of how to buy a ticket for the more-casual lotto player. Generally speaking, how does the game work? Get Metro Headlines in your inbox: The 10 top local news stories from metro Boston and around New England delivered daily. Thank … [Read more...] about Here’s how to play Mega Millions if you’ve never done it before