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Back in November we told you about Garrett Reid, son of Eagles coach Andy Reid, allegedly smuggling pills into his jail cell in his rectum. It was later reported that Garrett was going to plead not guilty to these charges. But today, as part of a plea agreement, Reid owned up to the charges.

Garrett Reid pleaded guilty today to smuggling drugs into the Montgomery County Jail. Sentencing was deferred.

Reid was ordered to undergo evaluation to determine if he is eligible for a two-year program that combines incarceration and drug treatment. He currently remains in the Montgomery County Jail.

Andy and his wife Tammy were present in the court room on Wednesday but neither commented. I'm sure the Reid's can't wait to put this drama behind them and out of the media spotlight.

In unrelated news, Andy Reid wasn't too happy with the media after this week's mini camp and blamed them for always looking for the negative. The Trenton Times always grumpy Mark Eckel chirped back with a "positive" take on the Eagles mini camp.

It all stemmed from the ongoing Lito Sheppard drama which has yet to work itself out. As of now, Lito is an Eagles corner back.

After last weekend's draft buzz football fans everywhere turn their pigskin addiction to news like who did and did not report to mini camp. The Philadelphia Eagles start their first mini camp tomorrow at their NovaCare Complex in South Philly and somewhat surprisingly all of the Eagles were present or had a legit excuse.

The biggest question coming in to the mini camp was whether or not the much talked about Lito Sheppard would show up. Despite the rumors swirling around potential trades involving the corner and Lito's unhappiness with his current contract, Lito reported on time.

Also reporting just before the official report time was stud running back Brian Westbrook who is also fairly unhappy with his current deal -- perhaps rightly so.

One noticeable name who did not report on Friday was star quarterback Donovan McNabb. Is McNabb unhappy with his 12 year, 100+ million dollar contract? Nope. Donovan was excused for a good reason. He is in Chicago being honored by his high school and is scheduled to be back at camp on Saturday.

In other camp related goodness, the new additions to the roster received jersey numbers.

So the 2008 draft is now in the past and it once again left the Eagles without a first round selection. Andy Reid's decision to trade out of the first round may in fact prove to be a wiser move than taking the best player who was available on the board at 19. Regardless, it still doesn't leave most fans happy now.

That said, I'd rather be happy in early February than the end of April.

Reid hinted at the fact that they were trying to move up in the first because they had someone targeted but were unable to do so. Once they couldn't get their guy they resorted to trading backwards. I realize the numerous midlevel picks are key to a franchise's success but they still do not excite or add an immediate impact player.

I like the DT from Notre Dame and am excited about Jackson's return ability but is that all an 8-8 team really needed? Has the market really dried up for Lito?

Things don't seem incredibly optimistic with the Birds lately.

It was another long day of waiting for Eagles fans to hear the name of a player that will eventually wear Eagles green. The Eagles decided to trade out of the first round for the second consecutive year and later traded back yet again swapping second rounders with the Vikings.

When it was all said and done, as of 8:15 Saturday evening, the Eagles came away with Trevor Laws out of Notre Dame and DeSean Jackson out of Cal.

Laws is best known as being an energizing player who is exactly the kind of guy who could win favor with Andy Reid. Jackson is known as a confident guy who is at times a bit arrogant. The biggest part of either players game that could be instantly felt on this Eagles team is Jackson's return ability. No longer will we have to settle for Reno Mahe or Greg Lewis. Thankfully.

The Birds still have a plethora of picks on day two, so look for even more maneuvering on Sunday.

Read more thoughts on Laws and Jackson at The 700 Level.

Previously At FanHouse
DeSean Jackson, WR, Cal Turns Pro

The Eagles traded out of the first round last year and appear to have done it again today. They gave the 19th overall selection to the Carolina Panthers in exchage for the Panthers second rounder (43rd overall), fourth rounder (109th overall), and a first round choice in the 2009 draft.

With a number of attractive players on the board such as OT Jeff Otah or WR Devin Thomas, the Eagles decided the package Carolina gave them to be a better option.

The Eagles now have twelve picks in this year's draft and I wouldn't be surprised if they do some maneuvering to get back into the first round.

It remains to be seen how the Birds 2008 draft will unfold but this early trade seems to be a tremendous value win for the Eagles.

Eagles fans all across the Delaware Valley are atwitter today wondering where former fan favorite Lito Sheppard will end up. We have it on very good authority that Lito will likely be dealt for the Detroit Lions wideout Roy Williams OR the Cleveland Browns lineman Jamaal Brown OR Tampa Bay Bucs receiver Michael Clayton OR New Orleans Saints receiver Devery Henderson OR Bengals receiver Chad Johnson OR Miami Dolphins aging stud Jason Taylor OR a second round draft pick OR my second cousin's roomate's girlfriend who works at Thirty One Flavors.

Basically, nobody has any idea where Lito Sheppard will end up. Personally, I wouldn't be at all shocked if Lito were to end the weekend as a member of the Philadelphia Eagles.

The one thing Eagles fans have learned is that the market for Sheppard isn't what Andy Reid and the Eagles front office was hoping it would be. Originally they were hoping for a first round pick for Sheppard but that clearly isn't happening any longer. Then it was reported they'd like a second and a fifth. At this point, we have no idea what they're hoping to get for Lito.

As one brilliant caller to 610 WIP said this morning, "I'm sick of the Eagles pouring horse crap on pancakes and telling us it's syrup!"

So there you have it. Our in depth analysis of who the Eagles will get for Lito Sheppard: maybe someone or maybe nobody at all.

Previously At FanHouse
Lito Sheppard Likely to End Up in Tampa?
Eagles Want First Rounder for Lito Sheppard

There is certainly a lot of uncertainty revolving around the possible destinations for Eagles former All Pro corner Lito Sheppard. That's partially what makes draft day so fun. You never know what to expect. But the latest rumor with legitimate legs has Lito being sent to Tampa Bay for a draft choice or two and maybe even WR Michael Clayton.

FOX's Jay Glazer reported that Lito was in Tampa this week taking in the sun and the Philadelphia Daily News' Les Bowen later confirmed these reports. The Eagles could land a second round pick from Jon Gruden who has a penchant for bringing in veterans. Also rumored to be potential trade bait is fourth year wide receiver Michael Clayton who had a phenomenal rookie year but has come right back down to earth since.

It's not exactly Anquan Boldin or Larry Fitzgerald as some fans may have wished. In my opinion it seems as though the market for Lito is not quite what the Eagles front office expected it to be which is not surprising really as the Birds tend to overvalue their players quite a bit.

Would a late 2nd round pick and an average receiver with nice size be enough to part with the at times spectacular Sheppard? If it were up to me, I'd think about holding on to Sheppard and seeing how having three top notch corners could shake out.

There's a showdown in the Keystone state next weak of epic proportions. No, the Flyers aren't going up against the hated Penguins in a playoff battle -- yet. Instead it's the showdown for the Democratic Pennsylvania primary that has the entire state buzzing. Barrack and Hillary were in Philadelphia on Wednesday night for what could have been their final debate before a winner is decided

It was a yawner.

Perhaps more importantly for twenty-something youths who have little interest in the future of their country but are more concerned with their late night television, Stephen Colbert has been doing his show all week live from the Annenberg Center at the University of Penn.

On Tuesday night, Colbert debuted his amazing all-in-one Flyers/Sixers/Eagles/Phillies jersey and attempted to violate the Liberty Bell. But last night he had some special ladies introduce the program: the Philadelphia Eagles cheerleaders.

Notes on the 2008 NFL Schedule:

As all NFL fans know by now, the official schedule was released by the league yesterday and the Eagles seem to be a popular choice for prime time match ups. As MJD points out, the only team with more than the five prime time games the Eagles have is the Dallas Cowboys with six.

The Eagles open up the season at home against the Rams which should be a good warm up before a huge divisional game against the Cowboys in Philadelphia on Monday Night Football. Besides the usual NFC East rivals, fans of road trips may want to consider Chicago in September and perhaps even San Francisco in week six. Another easy road trip could be a trip down I-95 to catch the Eagles play in Baltimore in week twelve.

The game that jumps out the most though is an 8:00 p.m. Thanksgiving match up against the Arizona Cardinals set for Lincoln Financial Field. Many fans are unhappy that the game will be televised on the NFL Network but I don't think this should really prove too serious of a problem. Simply make sure you plan your Thanksgiving feast at a relatives house where they have the NFL Network.

Click here for the Eagles full schedule as well as a more in depth breakdown of games.