Topic: NFL
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The Problem With Aaron Rodgers
We champion athletes speaking out on social issues. What to do when they turn out to be not so bright?
By Larry Platt![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Connor-Barwin-retirement-791x400.jpg)
Connor Barwin’s Next Play
The former Eagle All-Pro has retired from the NFL. Given his unique array of talents, his biggest impact just might begin now
By Larry Platt![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/eagles-header-week-5-791x400.jpg)
Week 5: Mike Quick’s Eagles Civic Season
This week, the Eagles announcer and former All-Pro wide receiver, with help from a Drexel professor, looks at how Philly stacks up against Minnesota—on and off the field
By Mike Quick and Professor Richardson Dilworth![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/eagles-bird-header-791x400.jpg)
Week 4: Mike Quick’s Eagles Civic Season
This week, the Eagles announcer and former All-Pro wide receiver, with help from a Drexel professor, looks at how Philly stacks up against Tennessee—on and off the field
By Mike Quick and Professor Richardson Dilworth![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Carson-Wentz-1-791x400.jpg)
Countdown to the Super Bowl: Social Impact Edition
This week, we bring you profiles of Eagles players who make a difference off the field. Today: Carson Wentz and Nick Foles
By Patrick Bilow![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/EaglesDoGood2-791x400.jpg)
The Eagles Have Already Won The Super Bowl …
…of social impact. Why is this team the most aware, active and community-minded in pro sports?
By Larry Platt![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/colin-kaepernick-Marcio-Jose-Sanchez-791x400.jpg)
Reality Check: Is Kneeling Enough?
WURD’s afternoon host presses NFL players to do more than just protest—like taking a real stand for change
By Charles D. Ellison![](https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/jim-kenney-eagles-791x400.jpg)
Jimmy From South Philly, You’re On The Air
When Mayor-elect Kenney picked the Eagles for his first fight, it raised the question: Did we elect a WIP caller to be mayor?
By Larry Platt