Eye on Lehigh; Samuel hurts hamstring

REID UPDATES SAMUEL…

Cornerback Asante Samuel hurt his hamstring during morning practice and Andy Reis updated things this afternoon: “He felt better once he got inside. He’ll probably have a MRI tomorrow. It was more positive after he left.”

DAWKINS GIVES IT ALL…ON AND OFF THE FIELD

The loudest ovation of the day came when Brian Dawkins batted down a pass in the one-on-one drills during the morning practice. Later, Dawkins also pleased Eagles fans by signing autographs for over an hour following the practice.

“It’s very satisfying," Dawkins said. "Fans plan this years in advance, financially, sometimes or a lot of times, to come out and have a good time out here. For me to be able to spend just a little time over there and sign some autographs and have a good time with them, it’s a good thing…If this is my last ride, I want to make sure everybody is happy with the outcome of the season, whether it’s signing autographs or holding up that trophy in the end.”

LET THE HITTING BEGIN…

Today marked the first practice with players in full pads with “live” hitting situations. One player, in specific, turned heads today with his thunderous hits. Rookie LB Joe Mays stands only 5-11, 245 pounds, but packs quite a punch when it comes to stuffing the run. Understandably, he was very excited to show his stuff in the morning practice.

“It felt pretty good [to get out there and hit],” said Mays. “I’m anxious every day. I play for the Eagles. It’s been a dream of mine and it’s coming true, so it’s a great day for me.”

PLAY OF THE DAY…

QB Kevin Kolb threw a perfect 40-yard pass to WR Greg Lewis for a touchdown in today’s morning practice.

TOTAL FAN ATTENDANCE: 8,966

UPCOMING SCHEDULE:

· Tomorrow's practice times – 8:15 am and 2:45 pm

· Tomorrow’s autograph session – Wide Receivers