Ray Didinger Stories

Before his iconic broadcasting career, Cross was the last person to serve as a player-coach for the Eagles.

Ray Didinger recalls the feel-good story of the construction worker who was literally pulled off the street and played six seasons for the Eagles.

The Rams couldn't stop him in 1949. And a stroke wouldn't slow him down nearly 40 years later.

The 1991 win over the Houston Oilers serves as the backdrop for the first season of Return Game, presented by NovaCare Rehabilitation, a new podcast from Eagles Entertainment.

Hall of Fame sportswriter Ray Didinger reflects on the revolutionary tight end who passed away Friday at the age of 88.

A player ahead of his time, the electrifying playmaker was a member of the 1960 championship team and twice led the league in all-purpose yards. He was also a seminal figure in the Eagles-Cowboys rivalry.

The Hall of Fame writer reflects on the late kicker who passed away Saturday at the age of 73 due to complications from the coronavirus.

The tallest wide receiver to ever play the game is now a member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Ray Didinger shares his memories of covering Carmichael's illustrious career.

Nineteen years ago today, quarterback Donovan McNabb won his playoff debut thanks in large part to an outstanding effort on defense.

The Pro Bowl quarterback was signed to be a backup. When Donovan McNabb was injured, Garcia rallied the Eagles to the postseason and a playoff win over the Giants.

Eagles-Cowboys brings out the best in the fans. Look no further than a Monday night rout of the 'Boys back in 1992.

The 1975 season didn't produce much in terms of on-field results, but the development of linebacker Frank LeMaster was critical to building the 1980 NFC Championship team.

Giants linebacker Carl Banks says it's one of the greatest plays that he was ever involved in. And he argues that Randall Cunningham should get more Hall of Fame consideration.

Van Buren was recently named to the NFL 100 All-Time Team over some prominent Hall of Famers. Ray Didinger explains why Van Buren was more than deserving of the honor.

The Pro Football Hall of Fame's Class of 2020 will offer an opportunity for overlooked players to get their due. Harold Carmichael is one of them.

Before the Patriots were the Patriots, the electric quarterback became the first NFL player to throw four touchdowns and rush for 100 yards in a single game.

The Otho Davis Scholarship Foundation awards dinner reunited 10 members of the Eagles Hall of Fame for a night of memories, laughs, and loathing the Dallas Cowboys.

In 1999, Pederson delivered the franchise's first-ever win in Chicago.

The Eagles Hall of Fame quarterback put on a show in front of nearly 300 family and friends to get a win over an upstart Bills team.

Pro Football Hall of Fame wide receiver Tommy McDonald was unexpectedly shipped to the division rival in 1964. You'll be stunned by how McDonald learned of the trade.

The Rams thought Roman Gabriel was finished. He got a fresh start in Philadelphia with three pass catchers who were 6-4 or taller.

On September 29, 1985, the Hall of Fame defensive end made his Eagles and NFL debut against the New York Giants. The Eagles lost the game, but immediately realized White was a player for all time.

The Hall of Fame sportswriter has a "special" connection to the Best Play Ever in Eagles history

The Eagles Hall of Fame inductee was a scoring machine.

The Eagles' Hall of Famer recaps fond memories of the 11-sack victory against the Cowboys.

The longest-tenured member of the Eagles' defense delivers one of the greatest plays in franchise history to help win the first Super Bowl title.

Relive the NFL Championship Game at Franklin Field against the Packers that is considered the most underrated play in Eagles history.

Relive one of the greatest comebacks in Eagles history, highlighted by a game-winning punt return touchdown from DeSean Jackson. 

Fueled by the memory of the late Jerome Brown, the Eagles scored the game's final 26 points to overcome a 20-7 deficit and eliminate the Saints in New Orleans.

In the 2001 season, Donovan McNabb returned to his hometown of Chicago and accounted for three touchdowns, while Hugh Douglas knocked out quarterback Jim Miller in a rout of the Bears.

Three Eagles scored touchdowns in the 1948 and '49 championship games. Two of them are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Ray Didinger introduces you to the third.

Not too many defensive backs could match up to Harold Carmichael's height, but the 6-4 Joe Lavender, nicknamed Big Bird, made the transition from the hardwood to the gridiron.

Fifty-three years ago, the Eagles tied an NFL record with nine interceptions in a single game against the Steelers. Tonight would be a good one to surpass that mark.

Sure, he liked to light himself on fire and chew on glass, but Tim Rossovich was a Pro Bowl player during a turbulent time both on and off the field.

Known as the Hall of Fame coach for the Minnesota Vikings, Grant's NFL career began as an Eagles wide receiver. Ray Didinger writes about the tumultuous pairing. 

Ray Didinger was one of the few reporters who saw the original Miracle of the Meadowlands unfold live. He recalls that experience on the 40th anniversary of the amazing, unforgettable play.

The Eagles and the Steelers combined forces 75 years ago out of necessity due to World War II.

On October 7, 1950, Russ Craft set an Eagles record in a rematch of the NFL Championship Game from the previous season.

The Pro Bowl safety passed away on Friday morning at the age of 57. Ray Didinger recalls a toughness, both mentally and physically, that made Hopkins special.

Not many of us ever get to meet our heroes. Ray Didinger not only met him, but helped him accomplish the one thing missing from his remarkable career.

With Seth Joyner and Clyde Simmons entering the Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame, all five Pro Bowl players from the Gang Green defense are now enshrined. 

The Eagles Hall of Fame quarterback kicked off his tenure in Philadelphia against a franchise that had never won a game. Ron Jaworski didn't want that to change against his new team.

The Eagles haven't been in position to defend a title since 1961. Timmy Brown provided the best start possible to that season. 

Lions tackle Lomas Brown provided bulletin board material that ignited the Eagles ahead of their 1995 Wild Card showdown

David Akers is the greatest kicker in Philadelphia Eagles history and tonight he takes his rightful place among the franchise greats in the team's Hall of Fame

Before Jake Elliott's record-setting field goal, the previous mark was also set by a rookie, Tony Franklin, whose unforgettable kicking style helped stun the Cowboys in a Monday night thriller

Tommy McDonald set a franchise record with 237 receiving yards against the Giants on a fog-covered Franklin Field in 1961

The Philadelphia Eagles Hall of Fame quarterback set an interesting franchise record - and did it in one of the NFL's most notorious stadiums

Merrill Reese and Jeremiah Trotter followed in the footsteps of legends, but carved out their own brilliant careers