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McNabb

“There is potential for a big storm,” a local weatherman told the Philadelphia Inquirer. “Right now, there’s a 55 percent chance that we’ll get 1 to 4 inches, a 30 percent chance we’ll get 4 to 8 and a 15 percent chance we’ll get 8-plus.” Bettors are moving to the cold weather Eagles and the under because of the forecast.

Koy Detmer will probably play at least a half. The Eagles hope they can be as successful as the last time McNabb was out, at the end of the 2002 season.

McNabb was not able to work out as usual this offseason because of rib injuries that he suffered in the NFL Championship. Combined with his sore shoulder, he’s a bigger injury risk than usual this season.

Perhaps sharing the spotlight with Terrell Owens has relaxed McNabb. He’s solidly our No. 4 QB.

''I dreamed of being an actor and now I’m on Days of Our Lives,’' McNabb joked. McNabb wants Owens back and says, ''I still see no reason to talk, when we go on the field it’s all about business,’' McNabb said. ''I can go the whole season without talking to him.’'

Perhaps to work on timing with his new receivers, McNabb threw as many passes as any starting QB this weekend. Other than the early interception, he looked great.

Also according to the Daily News, the Birds have lowered their asking price from two first-round picks and a third, to merely a second-rounder. Buffalo and Oakland are considered possible landing spots. McNabb reportedly wants to return to Philly, but the team appears to be gearing up to deal him.

This report comes just hours after the Philadelphia Daily News named the same teams as possible McNabb suitors. As Rotoworld’s Chris Wesseling pointed out on Twitter Wednesday, the tea leaves say this may be the tipping point for McNabb in Philadelphia, even if there are no substantial reports yet. We’d recommend to buy Kevin Kolb now in dynasty leagues if he’s available.

Considering Al Davis’ usual M.O., it certainly wouldn’t come as a surprise if certain employees were left in the dark. Davis tends to make bold, aggressive moves, so an interest in McNabb would suit his style. The 49ers could take a page from his book, as a McNabb trade is exactly what they need. Coach Mike Singletary conceded as much Wednesday, saying “there’s always interest” in a QB of McNabb’s caliber.

The source isn’t the most reliable, but this has been reported elsewhere too. Even if McNabb refuses to sign an extension with Oakland, a trade could still happen. The Raiders have shown that being in a contract season and over 30 years old are not prohibitive factors when they covet a player.