They say an NFL team is only as good as the man it plays behind center. But if the quarterback is the most significant position on the field, the guy who keeps him on his feet and healthy is of penultimate importance. The Eagles have been fortunate enough to have one of the best left tackles in the game on their roster for seven years running.
On Tuesday, Jason Peters was named to his eighth Pro Bowl and his sixth in seven seasons as an Eagle. Standing 6-4 and weighing 328 pounds, the 33-year-old is as imposing physically as he is impressive athletically.