Mid-Days On The Fanatic

Jeff McLane from the Philadelphia Inquirer joins Andrew to discuss his report that Brian Johnson is departing from the Eagles and there is a new vacancy at offensive coordinator.

(00:00-10:30)  Still awaiting official word, but all signs point to a Nick Sirianni return, which Andrew is not pleased with.  It might be time to shift finger pointing to QB.

(10:42-33:25) Andrew dives into a Joe Santoliquito article addressing Jalen Hurts’ shortcomings off the field and scary similarities to a former QB in Philly.

(33:27- 52:11) We look at what will happen with coordinators.  Andrew poses a poll: Are we closer to dark days of football, or a bounce back?

(52:32-1:15:51) Zach Ertz to the Lions!? Andrew goes into specifics regarding Jalen Hurts reports, they’re not great, but some hope that the on-field play can improve.

(1:15:54-1:37:46) Reports emerge that Brian Johnson will NOT be returning and Ron Rivera is interviewing for defensive coordinator.  Divisional round showed the Eagles did not belong.

(1:37:57-2:00:20) Poll results are more negative than expected.  This next season will be miserable in terms of Nick Sirianni and holding him under a microscope.

(2:00:28- 2:21:54) We learn that Nick Sirianni is officially coming back and will be addressing the media with Howie Roseman on Wednesday, Andrew & Ray react.

(2:22:30-2:52:21) People think the NFL needs to change a rule and Andrew vehemently disagrees.  Now that Nick Sirianni is officially returning, what other pieces will fall into place?

(00:00-11:25) Today on The Fanatic Midday Show, the show starts with Andrew Salciunas doubling down on his stance that he does not want Nick Sirianni to return as head coach of the Eagles.

(11:25-32:37) Andrew welcomes Ray Dunne to hear his thoughts and opens the phone lines to hear from the city.

(32:37-53:08) The guys discuss their favorite things about a snow day. Then, callers discuss their predictions for the Eagles offseason.

(53:08-1:14:28) Choonis goes through the names of players on expiring contracts for the Birds.

(1:14:28-1:36:03) The guys list the worst part about snow days. Then, Andrew says he has no idea what Nick Sirianni’s role was with the team.

(1:36:03-1:59:54) A caller says he does not trust Howie Roseman to fix the problem the Eagles have as far as roster construction goes. Then, Choonis voices his frustration with the Eagles lack of motion.

(1:59:54-2:19:47) The guys discuss the viral tweet about guys naming a random WR.

(2:19:47-2:50:08) The show wraps up with the guys going to the phone lines one last time, and doing their NFL divisional round picks.

(00:00- 9:56) Nick Sirianni is staying… We think?  After reports that Sirianni would stay, more reports have recently surfaced that Sirianni hasn’t met with Jeff Lurie.  Andrew does his best to make sense of it all and reacts.

(10:12-32:51) There isn’t any indication that keeping Sirianni will improve the team next year.  Would the Eagles keep him for the sake of good optics?

(32:59- 52:48) Andrew gives a recap of the Sixers Youth Foundation gala from last night.  We hear from a Buccaneers fan and the Nick Sirianni discussion continues.

(52:58-1:16:28) The best coach in the NFL is on the market, Andrew brings up that he doesn’t want to come to Philly because of Howie.  If Sirianni does not return, we will have never heard of whoever the Eagles end up hiring.

(1:16:37-1:36:47) Andrew compares Sirianni’s situation to McCarthy’s.  We hear from Jalen Hurts and others following their locker room availability.

(1:36:58-2:01:23)  A caller compares Nick Sirianni to Dick Vermeil, but not in a glowing light.  Jeff McLane joins the show to give his insight on the Eagles’ fallout and Nick Sirianni’s status as head coach.

(2:01:40-2:21:26) The more time that goes on without an announcement, the more confusing this situation becomes.

(2:21:41-2:49:40)  The phone lines put their finishing thoughts on Nick Sirianni, Andrew talks more about the Sixers gala, and what’s the penalty for snow flying off your car and hitting someone else?

Jeff McLane of the Philadelphia Inquirer joins Andrew and the midday show to give his read on Nick Sirianni's status as head coach and the all around fall out that comes with a disappointing end to the season.

(00:00-12:03) For all intents and purposes, it is judgement day in Philadelphia.  With exit interviews occurring at the NovaCare complex, Andrew calls for a complete overhaul of the Eagles’ staff.

(12:03-34:10) The Eagles’ front office’s reputation precedes itself, which is why blame shifts to the staff and players.  It is frightening that there are similarities to the Doug Pederson regime.

(34:14-54:06)  Andrew & Ray try to figure out how Nick Sirianni’s exit interview will sound.  A pause from the exit interview chatter to honor Jason Kelce.

(54:15-1:18:41) Phone lines are busy and the large majority of the city wants a new head coach next season. 

(1:18:45- 1:39:01)  Nick Sirianni had a rough season, but a major factor in a potential coaching change is a premium head coaching pool to choose from.

(1:39:16- 2:01:52) Matt Breen joins the show to weigh in on Nick Sirianni.  Should he be back? No. Will he be back? Most likely. 

(2:02:04- 2:22:23) The team takes more time to praise Jason Kelce’s impact.  When looking at other teams in the NFL, it seems coaches and coordinators are being fired for less than the Eagles’ 8-week collapse.

(2:22:49-2:54:38) Andrew clears out the phonelines and lets fans voice their opinions on Sirianni.  After a day of Eagles talk the Sixers deserve flowers for their big win over the Nuggets’ last night.

Matt Breen from the Philadelphia Inquirer joins Andrew and the midday show to address the Eagles' head coaching situation.  Breen's main point: What he and fans believe is the right move might not be what Howie and Lurie believe is the right move.

The Midday Show – Its Time To Wake Up Philadelphia Its Gameday

(0:00 – 11:26:13) Andrew opens the show jacked up and ready for an Eagles playoff game tonight against the Buccaneers. Can the Eagles go on a run?

(11:33:55 – 33:30:77)Can we as a fan base please get up for this game?? Andrew understands how bad it has been the past month plus now, but now is the time, now is the opportunity to do something special.

(33:38:44 – 53:52:99) Whose offense is this? More and more keeps coming out about the struggling Offense. Who is the person who is making the play is called Nick Sirianni or Brian Johnson.

(54:00:49 – 1:17:24) Where has the disconnect started on offense? And is the “Underdog” mentality worn out in this city?

(1:17:31 - End ) Andrew rounds out the show trying to hype everyone up and get you ready for this Eagles Playoff run and hears from you the callers.

(0:00-12:48) Andrew opens Football Friday by talking about the Eagles of course! All the injury updates, reacting to this week’s press conferences, and being realistic with the expectations of Monday night against the Bucs.

(12:56-45:37) Jeff McLane reported on his podcast that Jefferey Lurie has become more involved in the Eagles operations, Andrew and Ray react to this. Plus, some social media swirlings about the Eagles.

(45:39-1:30:11) Andrew is joined by Tyrone, Ricky, John and Bob for a live discussion of the upcoming Wildcard game.

(1:30:14-1:40:37) The AP 2023 NFL All-Pro Team is released and Andrew and Ray react, and AJ Brown deleted his Twitter.

(1:40:45-2:03:26) Tim McManus, Eagles reporter for ESPN, joins Andrew to talk about injury updates and the status of the Eagles before the Wildcard.

(2:03:29-2:24:09) The phone lines are open to talk about the Eagles and wildcard expectations.

(2:24:15-2:54:59) Andrew and Ray wrap up the show with all Eagles discussion, phone calls, and giving their picks for the NFL’s Wildcard Weekend.

Tim McManus, Eagles reporter for ESPN, joins Andrew to talk about injury updates and the status of the Eagles before the Wildcard.