Doug Pederson stomped his feet. He held his breath until he turned blue. He did everything short of taking his toys and going home.
Why was Pederson so sputtering mad on a lovely Sunday morning? Because NFL.com reported Saturday that Carson Wentz would not start in the opener Thursday against the Falcons.
And, perhaps, because NBC Sports Philadelphia consulted with Wentz's knee surgeon, Dr. James Bradley, who advised caution (philly.com contacted Bradley, but the Eagles have since muzzled him).
"You saw the reports." But … "Next question." But … "Next question." But … "Next question.