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Why would the Eagles try to DEvalue a guy they were trying to TRADE?

And it's come out that the gang stuff was known, and not the major issue...

Jackson is a me first guy, and butted heads with Chip Kelly...

Apparently when he was released a portion of the locker room said "good riddance" and that he's "Washington's problem now"

I haven't seen many (any, really) Eagles players up in arms over him being gone. That is kind of unusual.

Jackson wanted to know why Eagles cut him, Kelly didn’t say

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That’s the word from Jackson, who said in his ESPN interview that all Kelly would tell him was, “We’re moving forward. I think it’s best for us and I think it’s best for you.”

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Probably cause you're a distraction, disruption and a cancer in the locker room DeSean lmao. Just guessing... as pointed out, I also don't see or hear any Eagle player upset that you're gone. I've heard people saying they're happy you're gone. Matter of fact I recall an unnamed source saying that Jackson won't be hard to replace.

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Eagles center Jason Kelce took to Twitter immediately after Jackson was cut to say everything would be fine, and now two Eagles players who requested anonymity have told the Philadelphia Inquirer that Jackson was a distraction and won’t be difficult to replace.

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They picked to sign a white guy that once said he'd fight every single "n word" and etc over you DeSean. That tells me you've got some serious headcase issues. Peyton Hillis x10.

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...as pointed out, I also don't see or hear any Eagle player upset that you're gone. I've heard people saying they're happy you're gone. Matter of fact I recall an unnamed source saying that Jackson won't be hard to replace.

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The silence from teammates who aren't speaking in his behalf speaks louder than words.

in times of trial you will not remember the words of your enemies, only the silence of your friends.

Well, that and all the chest-thumping, bickering, and self-aggrandizement I'm sure.

DeSean Jackson was problem for Chip Kelly, Philadelphia Eagles in locker room | Audibles - SI.com
http://nfl.si.com/2014/04/04/desean-jackson-chip-kelly-philadelphia-eagles-locker-room/

Prior to his release from the Philadelphia Eagles, a report surfaced detailing DeSean Jackson’s connections to members of the Los Angeles Crips. Many believed that the gang ties were a big reason behind the team’s release of the wide receiver, but it was clear from the start that there was more to the story.

According to the latest report from CBS Philadelphia, Jackson was a big problem for head coach Chip Kelly and the Eagles’ locker room, and he was not very well liked by his teammates.

“Jackson was not very well liked by his teammates, was blatantly insubordinate, with temper tantrums cussing out Kelly several times in front of the team, [he] pushed the NFL rookie coach the way ‘a child would test boundaries,’ and was more concerned with his rap label than he was about winning football games,” the report reads.

Another source who spoke to CBS detailed Jackson’s behavior, describing him as a self-centered, diva wideout.

“The fact is, [Jackson] was a ‘me-guy’ with an attitude problem and [Jeremy Maclin] is the complete opposite, a team guy, a great character guy you go to war with,” the source said. “Funny how [Jackson] has this anti-bully thing and he thought he could push [Kelly] around; he found out otherwise. His being cut had nothing to do with the gang stuff. The team knew it. Everyone knew he had ‘ties.’ Those were his guys. That’s OK. What put him out was his selfishness. He can try and spin it all he wants how he’s ‘a team player.’ He’s not. I’ll put it this way, when it came out last Friday that [Jackson] was released, more than a few guys were happy it happened. They said ‘good riddance.’ He had no real connection with anyone.
“Yes, you can say he was the type that could catch three TDs in a loss – everyone would be down, but you had the impression he was happy, because he got his. It was all about him. A lot of guys thought that way about him. [Kelly] came in here with a plan to get this thing right, and the one major [obstacle] standing in his way was [Jackson]. If we were going to move forward as a team, he had to go. Think about it – did anyone come right out and back him publicly? Not one.”
Chip Kelly is working to change the culture in the Eagles’ locker room and needs players that buy into the system. Me-first guys are always a big distraction and often cause others to question the coach’s authority.

By getting rid of Jackson, the Eagles should be able to work more closely together and focus on reaching their goals as one cohesive unit.

It's not about race, because Maclin is also black. It's about Jackson being an idiot. I'm really sick of the race card being pulled over and over to excuse poor behavior.

I agree with you.

It's like many have said ..... not one person in the Eagles locker room has jumped to Jackson's defense. No one. That speaks volumes.

I compare it to the Browns locker room when Chud was fired. Many players were irate over the firing, and spoke out against it. Jackson was let go by the Eagles, and the only comment I know of was one of support for the coach by another player.

I would have loved to see a player with his talent on the Browns, but he always would have been a concern. "Me" players can destroy the morale of a team more quickly than even a guy with no talent whatsoever. Jackson has definitely been a "me" player, if almost every report by numerous reporters can be believed.

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According to the latest report from CBS Philadelphia, Jackson was a big problem for head coach Chip Kelly and the Eagles’ locker room, and he was not very well liked by his teammates.

“Jackson was not very well liked by his teammates, was blatantly insubordinate, with temper tantrums cussing out Kelly several times in front of the team, [he] pushed the NFL rookie coach the way ‘a child would test boundaries,’ and was more concerned with his rap label than he was about winning football games,” the report reads.

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Hopefully the media will ask Jackson about the claim that he cussed out Kelly in front of the team several times.

I don't know what kind of coach Jay Gruden will be as the Redskins rookie HC..if he will put up with this kind of conduct from Jackson? ...that will be something to watch.

I have my doubts that Pettine would put up with that kind of crap so it was probably best that Jackson ended up in Washington.

If Jackson did exhibit the conduct described in this article, he deserved to be fired on the spot...the first time he cussed Kelly out. I'm surprised that Jackson lasted the season.

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If Jackson did exhibit the conduct described in this article, he deserved to be fired on the spot...the first time he cussed Kelly out. I'm surprised that Jackson lasted the season.

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Agreed, Especially in front of the team. That's never going to work. I had a boss who had to fire someone because of this. Made total sense to me. Now, you might be able to salvage something if it's a private conversation, but in front of anyone? No way, see you later.

You're cutting the coach's legs out beneath him.

jc

Report: DeSean Jackson skipped 2013 exit session with Chip Kelly

... this guy won't ever know how to be a professional.