Ray Didinger: Eagles Taking A Risk With Pederson Hire
Ray Didinger pointed out new Eagles Head Coach Doug Pederson's thin resume while explaining why this is a risky hire for the team.
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Ray Didinger pointed out new Eagles Head Coach Doug Pederson's thin resume while explaining why this is a risky hire for the team.
Chris reviewed last night's Democratic presidential debate, Donald Trump's attack on Ted Cruz, and the NFL playoffs. He talked with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchnup at 7:00 about the debate, and CSN Philly's Ray Didinger at 8:00 about the new Eagle's Head Coach, Doug Pederson.
Rich discussed the Fox Business Republican Debate, Twitter breakdowns and the latest CDC hangover study. He also discussed the movie, 13 Hours, El Chapo and Chipotle closing for a day. Rich spoke with Ann Coulter at 4pm, Gov. Ed Rendell at 4:30pm and Michael Steele at 5:30pm.
Chris reviewed last night's Powerball drawing, news that the Eagles are poised to hire Doug Pederson as their next Head Coach and news that presidential candidate Ted Cruz did not disclose details of a loan from Goldman Sachs. He also talked with foreign policy analyst Ed Turzanski at 7:20 about the Navy sailors captured and released by Iran earlier in the week.
Chris previews President Obama's final State of the Union Address and Donald Trump's visit to the Tonight Show. He talked with financial analyst Steve Cordasco about what to do if you win the lottery at 7:20, Penny Nance from Concerned Women of America at 8:00, and UFC fighters Eddie Alvarez and Paul Felder about the next UFC Fight Night at 8:50.
Chris contrasts the comments of new Mayor Jim Kenney and new Police Commissioner Richard Ross following the shooting of a Philadelphia police officer and reviews the opening weekend of the NFL playoffs. He spoke with Michael Bronstein and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup at 7:00 about Donald Trump criticizing Bill Clinton's sexual history, comedian Jimmy Failla, who compares NFL teams to presidential candidates at 7:20, CSN Philly's Ray Didinger on the NFL playoffs at 8:00, and defense attorney Anthony Gil about the suspect in last week's police shooting at 8:20.
Multiple reports say the Eagles have requested permission from the New York Giants to interview Tom Coughlin. The interview would reportedly take place on Monday.
The Philadelphia Eagles may have ended the 2015 season with a win, but the season will clearly go down as a massive failure from start to finish.
A Facebook user recently commented that the Eagles "played like they were wearing tutus," after last week's loss to Washington, and the Pennsylvania Ballet did not take kindly to that.
Chris Stigall talked with sports analyst Beasley Reese on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT.
Chris opened the new year discussing the Eagles firing of Head Coach Chip Kelly, racist and homophobic performances at the Mummer's parade, and Jim Kenney taking office as the 99th Mayor Philadelphia. At 7:00, he also talked with Jason Springer and Colin Hanna on the Monday Morning Matchup about President Obama's executive actions on gun control and at 8:00, he spoke with sports analyst Beasley Reece to wrap up a disappointing Eagles season.
The Philadelphia Eagles closed out a disappointing season with a road victory against the New York Giants by playing one of their best and most efficient offensive games of the season less than a week after firing head coach Chip Kelly.
It seems like change is the only constant for Eagles fans. This season began with optimism with Chip Kelly, but his inability to adapt set the team back and the search for a new coach has already begun.
Chip Kelly won as Philadelphia Eagles' head coach, and then lost as the team's head of football operations.
With the Eagles bringing an early close to the Chip Kelly Era in Philadelphia, a new road map must be paved for the Eagles. Who will the next head coach be? Where will Kelly go now? What else must the Eagles do to turn things around?
The overwhelming consensus among Eagles fans -- they couldn't stomach Kelly as the head coach anymore.
With nothing on the line but pride, the Eagles and Giants bring the 2015 season to a close Sunday afternoon in the Meadowlands.
The Philadelphia Eagles were embarrassed on national TV against Washington with the NFC East on the line. Washington's Kirk Cousins ripped through the Eagles pass defense to help clinch the division Saturday night in Philadelphia.
It was sad, frustrating, and painful for most die hard fans who focused their hopes on one man, Coach Chip Kelly.
The Eagles defense could be a little banged up with Byron Maxwell and Bennie Logan missing practices this week due to injuries.
The Top 5 Sports Callers of the week is a weekly installment from CBS Local Sports that will bring you the wildest callers from across the nation.
The Philadelphia Eagles invested big money for running back DeMarco Murray and the results on the field are frustrating the new franchise running back.
Things may be looking bleak in Philadelphia, but the Eagles have a chance to step back on top of the NFC East once again this weekend against Washington.
The Philadelphia Eagles lost four turnovers in a 40-17 loss Sunday night in Lincoln Financial Field against the Arizona Cardinals.
Wide receiver Jordan Matthews caught three passes on the Eagles' opening drive for 53 yards, including a 30-yard reception on a third-and-nine play to keep the drive alive. He finished with a game-high eight receptions for 159 yards and a 78-yard TD. But by then, the score didn't matter.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
The Philadelphia region will see periods of rain on Saturday, increasing in the afternoon and evening.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
Investigators returned to the home Friday to search for possible human remains, but none were found at the property, police say.
Rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone more than three decades in the making.
Separated by generations, two photographers reveal how Philadelphia's protests helped shape society.
Police are looking for a driver accused of intentionally striking an officer with a vehicle in North Philadelphia Friday night, police say.
For more than 100 years, Collingswood has been a dry borough, but that could change.
Two juveniles are faceing multiple charges in connection with a massive fire that destroyed several properties in Allentown Wednesday night, officials say.
A major procedural hurdle has been cleared for the future of the shuttered Wonderland Pier amusement park in Ocean City, New Jersey.
An ex-South Jersey middle school teacher is facing new charges in connection with sexually assaulting a student, the Gloucester County Prosecutor's Office announced.
Pride flags are once again blowing in the breeze on Kings Highway in Haddonfield, less than 48 hours after police say a man ripped most of them down.
Ocean City resident Frank LaFerrara rescued a teenage girl from a rip current thanks to lifeguard training he received 50 years ago.
The memory of Michael Stewart, a 6-year-old boy who drowned on his first day of summer camp, is kept alive by his mother and his community.
Police say a 19-year-old pointed a gun at a crowd and then fled from police, and an officer shot him during a foot pursuit.
Prosecutors allege John Wallace-Bey got into an argument with two co-workers, left work and later came back and shot them.
A man from New Jersey was charged after he allegedly hit and killed two teen pedestrians in Townsend, Delaware, over the weekend.
A 66-year-old woman who was riding an e-bike in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, died in a crash Saturday morning, state police said.
Every year, the August Quarterly Festival Choir lifts so many spirits at the oldest Black religious gathering in the country.
At Jefferson Moss-Magee Rehabilitation Center, dogs are being used to help aphasia patients.
Janaylon Wright's cancer symptoms were overlooked for months. Her story, featured in a new report, reflects broader disparities in cancer care.
Vets emphasize that marijuana edibles often contain other highly poisonous ingredients like chocolate or artificial sweeteners, which can worsen the toxicity for dogs.
New research from Rutgers University says there could be a new connection between popular diet drugs and violent behavior.
Josie Selke was diagnosed with a rare pediatric leukemia at just 5 months old. But thanks to a grant from the Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation, today she's in remission.
Target is voluntarily recalling two types of baby wipes due to concerns that the products may be contaminated with bacteria that may cause "serious and life-threatening infections," the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday.
The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board says it will begin approving the extended-hours permits for Philadelphia businesses within the next week.
Two top-rated and critically acclaimed restaurants in the Philadelphia area are receiving a new honor.
Sportswear brand Mitchell & Ness is opening a new three-story flagship store in Center City Philadelphia.
Caesars Entertainment is being acquired for almost $6 billion by Fertitta, the company that owns Las Vegas' Golden Nugget and chains like Rainforest Cafe and Morton's.
Three men died in a plane crash in Maryland Saturday night, police said.
Organizers say they want the FIFA Fan Festival in Philadelphia to be "soccer Coachella" for fans from around the world.
SEPTA and its police union have tentatively agreed to a new contract, averting a strike during a busy summer in Philadelphia.
Traffic is backed up on I-95 North in Philadelphia because of a crash near East Allegheny Avenue.
SEPTA says it's making improvements to the train station in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration ends.
The New York Mets defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 6-2 on Saturday to stop their seven-game losing streak.
Croatia has earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round by defeating Ghana on Saturday.
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the reeling New York Mets 2-1 on Friday night.
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected Penn State forward Gavin McKenna with the No. 1 NHL draft pick.
There appear to be new clues about the location of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding.
Clive Davis helped shape the careers of music stars including Janis Joplin, Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston.
Over 80 costumes by award-winning costume designer Ruth E. Carter are on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
Brazilian fans visiting Philadelphia for the World Cup are avoiding dressing the Rocky statue in their team colors.
"The Sound of America," an original production set to world-premiere July 1 at FringeArts, reimagines Benjamin Franklin's life as a rock-and-roll spectacle.
Ukee Washington reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Natasha Brown reports.
Ukee Washington reports.
Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
After a wet start to the weekend, we keep the muggy conditions around for Sunday, although the temperatures will be a bit warmer. Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Heavy rain didn't stop the West Powelton Steppers and Drum Squad from celebrating a milestone 35 years in the making Saturday. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans from Ghana and Croatia keep the festivities going in Philadelphia, with one World Cup match left before the city's monthlong celebration comes to an end. Ryan Hughes reports.
For more than 60 years, 92-year-old Harvey Finkle has carried a camera to protests across Philadelphia, documenting everything from anti-war demonstrations to disability rights advocacy. Eva Andersen reports.
Fans of both Ghana and Croatia invade Philadelphia with nothing but party vibes. Ryan Hughes reports.