The Eagles announced on Wednesday night that the most prolific kicker in franchise history, David Akers, will be the Eagles Hall of Fame inductee for 2017. Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Lurie revealed the news at the Taking Flight for Autism fundraiser at Lincoln Financial Field. Eagles Insider Dave Spadaro hosted a Q&A session with Akers in front of the crowd. Here are some of the highlights:
David Akers' Opening Remarks: "Thank you, Mr. Lurie. It's such an honor to be up here. Merrill Reese, thank you for (the introduction). My goodness, you are the best call in all of sports hands down, and obviously a Hall of Famer here as well.