Eagles

Brandon Marshall’s early Christmas gift

By Mark Saltveit

Published: Sep 27th, 2015 · 4:46 PM EDT

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Perhaps inspired by the Pope’s visit, Brandon Marshall gave the Eagles their Christmas gift early this year, trying a bizarre lateral on routine pass. Connor Barwin — who apparently has been training with Zach Ertz’ soccer star girlfriend — headed the ball to rookie ILB Jordan Hicks, who added a nice little 11-yard return to set up a touchdown drive.

Can’t wait for the post-game interview for Marshall to explain what he was thinking. He’s clearly a very talented receiver, as his touchdown reception just before halftime showed, but there’s also a reason he’s been traded three times in six years.

UPDATE: Marshall’s first comment to reporters was:

“That was probably the worst play in NFL history.”