Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews

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**Takeoff with John Clark: Philly Sports Interviews**

John Clark sits down and interviews the biggest names in Philadelphia sports.

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**Should Saquon Barkley play vs. Giants? & Eagles playoff preview with Ray Didinger** Dec 30, 2024
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This week on the Takeoff podcast, Ray Didinger is back to give a playoff preview for the Eagles. Who would he rather face in the wild card round, Packers or Commanders? Plus, should the Eagles play Saquon Barkley against the Giants and go for the rushing record?
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00:37 - Should Barkley play?
02:52 - How big is this record?
11:52 - Is this the greatest Eagles team of all time?
13:32 - Home field advantage
16:56 - Best win of the season?
21:47 - Commanders or Packers?
25:59 - Ranking Saquon Barkley in Eagles history
35:29 - Tommy and Me is back!

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**Brian Dawkins on the 12-2 Eagles playing physical defense** Dec 18, 2024
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This week, John Clark talks with Eagles legend Brian Dawkins about the 12-2 Eagles road to another Super Bowl and what he sees from Vic Fangio's physical defense.. Plus, Brian Dawkins talks about teaming up with Boehringer-Ingelheim for their It Takes 2 Kidney Disease awareness. https://pro.boehringer-ingelheim.com/us/ckd-testing/
00:00 - Brian Dawkins
00:43 - 12-2 Eagles
02:46 - Physical Defense
07:26 - Fixing issues while still winning
09:10 - dealing with the media
09:53 - Saquon Barkley
12:15 - Give Reid credit for the offensive line
14:15 - Finding corners for the future
16:51 - It Takes 2

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**Malcolm Jenkins on fixing locker room drama & the 2024 defense vs. the 2017** Dec 13, 2024
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We got a bonus episode this week. Malcolm Jenkins returns to the podcast to discuss how teams overcome drama to win Super Bowls. Plus, how does this Eagles defense compare to the 2017 Super Bowl team?
00:00 - Malcolm Jenkins
00:38 - Another Super Bowl run?
01:28 - Overcoming Locker room drama
03:34 - Keepings the vibes
05:21 - What makes a Super Bowl team?
06:30 - Sacrifice
07:50 - Saquon Barkley
10:54 - CJGJ
13:08 - Cooper DeJean
15:37 - 2024 Defense vs 2017
17:13 - Zack Baun
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**Emmanuel Acho on targeting A.J. Brown, Eagles-Steelers & Zack Baun' DPOY** Dec 10, 2024
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This week on the Takeoff podcast with John Clark, we talk with Emmanuel Acho about the Eagles' struggles in the passing game and their matchup against the Steelers. Plus, why he thinks Zack Baun could be Defensive Player of the Year.
00:00 - Emmanuel Acho
00:40 - what’s the issue with the passing game?
02:35 - A.J. Brown not getting enough targets?
03:58 - Hurts playing it too safe?
05:34 - Facing the Lions
07:14 - Can the Eagles win in a shootout?
08:43 - Zack Baun
10:07 - Jalen Carter
12:39 - Quinyon Mitchell
14:06 - Eagles vs. Steelers
15:15 - Pick for MVP
16:36 - Saquon Barkley and the offensive line

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**Chris Long on Eagles being MOST COMPLETE team in the NFL and their path to the Super Bowl** Dec 04, 2024
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This week on the Takeoff Podcast, John Clark talks with Eagles Super Bowl champ Chris Long about the potential of the current Eagles team. Can they win another Super Bowl by running the ball?
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00:00 - Chris Long
00:42 - Super Bowl potential?
02:08 - Who will get the top seed?
03:44 - Most complete team in the NFL
04:57 - Guys stepping up on defense
05:50 - How did Vic Fangio do it?
07:47 - staying healthy
09:24 - Can they win running the ball?
12:50 - It's team players
14:22 - Unreal offensive line
17:21 - Join the Team Dinner
20:57 - Stories from the team plane with Big Dom DiSandro

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**Battle of the Birds! Torrey Smith breaks down the Eagles-Ravens matchup | Takeoff Podcast** Nov 27, 2024
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This week John Clark talks with Torrey Smith, who won Super Bowls with the Eagles and the Ravens about this huge matchup. Plus, who's got the edge between Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry and who's his favorite for MVP.
00:00 - Torrey Smith
00:33 - Eagles at Ravens
04:29 - What makes Saquon Barkley special?
09:50 - Derrick Henry or Saquon Barkley?
16:37 - Big day for Eagles' WRs?
18:07 - Win it for Brandon Graham
22:20 - Chance for Eagles tickets
26:59 - Best Super Bowl odds

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**Tony Dungy previews the Eagles Sunday Night Football matchup with the Rams** Nov 19, 2024
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This week on the Takeoff Podcast with John Clark, we talk with NFL hall of fame head coach Tony Dungy, who will be analyzing the Eagles vs. Rams game for Sunday Night Football
00:00 - Tony Dungy
00:32 - Eagles Rams on Sunday Night Football
01:39 - Any weaknesses on defense?
02:29 - Another test for Quinyon Mitchell
03:22 - Jalen Carter
04:17 - Sticking with the running game
06:37 - MVP Odds
08:22 - Giant mistake letting Saquon Barkley go?
11:45 - Competition in the NFC
13:11 - Keeping the good vibes going
14:16 - Nick Sirianni listening to players
15:23 - Super Bowl offense?
16:14 - Coach of the year odds?
19:07 - Trends in the NFL

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**Eagles Hall of Famer Jeremiah Trotter says Zack Baun is the MVP of the defense** Nov 13, 2024
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This week on the Takeoff Podcast, John Clark talks with Eagles Hall of Famer Jeremiah Trotter to discuss the Eagles dominate defense and facing the Commanders Thursday night.
0:00 - Introducing Jeremiah Trotter Sr.
0:35 - Trotter reflects on time in Washington
0:55 - Big-time linebackers are back in Philly
1:48 - How big of an adjustment was Zack Baun's transition to inside linebacker?
2:38 - Trot impressed by Nakobe Dean's instincts
3:35 - Trot impressed by Baun's physicality in the run game
4:34 - Importance of chemistry between Baun and Dean
5:10 - Vic Fangio reminds Trotter of Jim Johnson
6:23 - Eagles will have biggest test against Commanders on Thursday Night
8:31 - Most impressive thing about Vic Fangio's defense so far?
10:27 - Who has been the MVP of the defense so far?
11:57 - Offense doing better since the bye week
13:10 - Thoughts on Jayden Daniels facing Jalen Hurts
15:25 - What's the difference between the coaching this year and last year?
17:10 - Brandon Graham in his final season
18:18 - How much have things changed since early 2000s?
22:58 - Eagles schedule gets tougher
23:28 - Have Eagles reached their peak yet?

NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Subscribe to our channel for the latest Philly sports news and highlights! » Visit NBC Sports Philadelphia: https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/ » Facebook:
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Brian Westbrook in awe of Saquon Barkley's season + his thoughts on Eagles/Cowboys Nov 08, 2024

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Ahead of this week's matchup with the Cowboys, John Clark sits down with Eagles Hall of Famer, Brian Westbrook to discuss: 0:00 - Saquon Barkley’s unreal season 5:16 - The only running back position is BACK 8:50 - The Eagles are running the ball more, how does that benefit Jalen Hurts? 11:23 - Favorite Eagles/Cowboys moment 17:13 - In Brian’s eyes, who was the bigger rival: The giants or the cowboys 21:06 - How tough is it to manage your body with a short week on the horizon? 23:30 - Any concern on the amount of touches Saquon has gotten this season (injury wise) 25:30 - Brian takes pride in his Brian Westbrook Foundation NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Subscribe to our channel for the latest Philly sports news and highlights! » Visit NBC Sports Philadelphia: https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/ » Facebook: [] / nbcsphilly » Twitter: [] / nbcsphilly » Instagram: [] / nbcsphilly 📱NBC Sports Philadelphia App Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nbc-spo... Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

John DeFilippo on Hurts' progression, Doug Pederson returns & Eagles Super Bowl chances | Takeoff Oct 31, 2024

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Before Doug Pederson returns to Philadelphia this weekend, John Clark sits down with former Eagles QB coach, John DeFilippo to discuss an array of topics: 0:40 - Jalen Hurts getting more comfortable with Kellen Moore 3:35 - "I'm glad I'm not defending the Eagles right now!" 4:51 - The Eagles schedule setting up nicely as the season goes on 14:55 - What has made Saquon Barkley so impressive this season? 18:20 - Where do the Eagles rank in the NFC? 23:09 - It's been impressive to see Nick Sirianni take a step back to his other coaches 30:31 - Reminiscing on 2017/2018 season as Doug Pederson returns to Philadelphia this weekend NBC Sports Philadelphia serves Philly sports fans 24/7 with the latest news on the Eagles, Sixers, Phillies and Flyers. Watch live games and insightful analysis from our experts on NBC Sports Philadelphia. Subscribe to our channel for the latest Philly sports news and highlights! » Visit NBC Sports Philadelphia: https://www.nbcsportsphiladelphia.com/ » Facebook: [] / nbcsphilly » Twitter: [] / nbcsphilly » Instagram: [] / nbcsphilly 📱NBC Sports Philadelphia App Apple Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/nbc-spo... Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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