2008 Woodie Awards
Joe's Hero and Zero of the Week
Joe Andress
Issue date: 1/25/05 Section: Forum
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Hero
Freddie Mitchell
As with any other season in Philadelphia sports, the city seemed to be in a state of discomfort and paranoia over the last few weeks. The NFL playoffs had begun, and that meant it was time for Eagles fans to get started on developing different pessimistic theories on what will be our inevitable demise.
With Terrell Owens out with injury, the easiest place to start the attacking was on the receiving core. With it historically being our falling point, as well as Todd Pinkston?s recent struggle with alligator arms, being less than confi dent in that particular group isn?t hard if you?re an Eagles fan.
It was well known that in order for the team to get by Minnesota, one of the receivers was going to have to shine last Sunday. Fortunately for Eagles fans, that bright light came by the name of Freddie Mitchell.
Although more commonly known for his locker room comedy than his on the fi eld play, Mitchell?s performance was nothing short of magnifi cent. He had five catches for 65 yards, one touchdown reception, an admirably aware fumble recovery score, and was inches away from a third end zone visit. However, success this time of year is nothing new to Freddie. It was in this same playoff round last year against the Packers that he was on the receiving end of the magical "4th & 26" play.
In addition to his fine performance, Mitchell also provided us with a few laughs by performing a Randy Moss mock celebration and subjecting us to hilarious postgame comments and flashy attire.
For stepping up when desperately needed, helping to keep our Super Bowl hopes alive, and proving once again that bow-ties are in fact stunningly handsome -- Freddie Mitchell, you are the Hero of the Week.
Zero
Peyton Manning
"Let?s go insurance adjusters, let?s go!" It seems after last week?s 20-3 playoff loss, Peyton Manning will have plenty of time to star in more hilarious commercials in the off season.
Even after throwing a record breaking 49 touchdown passes this season, as well as earning league MVP honors for the second year in a row, Manning was again picked apart and swallowed by Bill Belichick and the New England defense.
Freddie Mitchell
As with any other season in Philadelphia sports, the city seemed to be in a state of discomfort and paranoia over the last few weeks. The NFL playoffs had begun, and that meant it was time for Eagles fans to get started on developing different pessimistic theories on what will be our inevitable demise.
With Terrell Owens out with injury, the easiest place to start the attacking was on the receiving core. With it historically being our falling point, as well as Todd Pinkston?s recent struggle with alligator arms, being less than confi dent in that particular group isn?t hard if you?re an Eagles fan.
It was well known that in order for the team to get by Minnesota, one of the receivers was going to have to shine last Sunday. Fortunately for Eagles fans, that bright light came by the name of Freddie Mitchell.
Although more commonly known for his locker room comedy than his on the fi eld play, Mitchell?s performance was nothing short of magnifi cent. He had five catches for 65 yards, one touchdown reception, an admirably aware fumble recovery score, and was inches away from a third end zone visit. However, success this time of year is nothing new to Freddie. It was in this same playoff round last year against the Packers that he was on the receiving end of the magical "4th & 26" play.
In addition to his fine performance, Mitchell also provided us with a few laughs by performing a Randy Moss mock celebration and subjecting us to hilarious postgame comments and flashy attire.
For stepping up when desperately needed, helping to keep our Super Bowl hopes alive, and proving once again that bow-ties are in fact stunningly handsome -- Freddie Mitchell, you are the Hero of the Week.
Zero
Peyton Manning
"Let?s go insurance adjusters, let?s go!" It seems after last week?s 20-3 playoff loss, Peyton Manning will have plenty of time to star in more hilarious commercials in the off season.
Even after throwing a record breaking 49 touchdown passes this season, as well as earning league MVP honors for the second year in a row, Manning was again picked apart and swallowed by Bill Belichick and the New England defense.
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