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If Chip Kelly is a football god in Philly, then behold his latest miracle: Eagles quarterback Michael Vick recently said Kelly taught him an NFL fundamental -- how to tuck the football.

Casinos and other various betting houses have been releasing their 2013 NFL win totals for over/under bets on the upcoming season. Earlier this month Covers.com had the Eagles at 6.5 and so far the latest odds generally agree. Atlantis also has the total set at 6.5 while LVH is a little more optimistic at 7 wins. These totals put the Eagles in the same area as teams like the Lions, Dolphins, Titans & Bills. ESPN's Dave Tulley says while there's reason for optimism, it may be too early to bet on the Eagles beating 7 wins. We're just two years removed from the Eagles being referred to as the "Dream Team." But after two disappointing seasons, head coach Andy Reid is gone and replaced by Oregon's Chip Kelly and his wide-open spread offense. There's reason for optimism, but I'm not sure the team will fully adapt to the new system in his first season. Tuley's Take: Under 7 As for the rest of the NFC East, the Giants are mostly at 9 wins across the board, which Tulley says to pass on. The Cowboys are 8.5, which he'd bet the over on. The Redskins are at 8 wins, a number Tulley says he'd pass on. So of the 4 NFC East teams, which is the most likely to be UNDER their projected win total for 2013? Poll Of the 4 NFC East teams, which is the most likely to be UNDER their projected win total for 2013? Giants - 9 Cowboys - 8.5 Redskins - 8 Eagles - 7 32 votes | Results

Here is the big picture of Eagles' pass rushers as training camp moves forward.

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(Howard Smith/USA Today Sports) Throughout his entire career, Michael Vick of the Philadelphia Eagles has always been known as a running quarterback as there was a time when he was considered one of the most dangerous players in football for what he was capable of doing with his feet. After the Eagles brought Chip Kelly on board as head coach for the 2013 season, all signs point to Vick receiving at least one more chance to prove himself as the starter since he’s the type of quarterback that seems to fit best in the running offense. Only time will tell when it comes to whether or not Vick will win the starting job for the Eagles, but there is one thing the quarterback will at least be able to take away from his head coach–which is learning to hold on to the football. Vick has been praising his new head coach for teaching him how to tuck the football when on the run–which is kind of a shock considering how long Vick has been a running quarterback. So what he’s saying is at 32 years of age, Vick is now just learning the proper way to hang on to the football by tucking it in instead of just holding on to it with a tight grip.  Go ahead and shake that head of yours is complete shock–you know you want to. Give Kelly credit for the type of impact he’s already making as head coach in Philadelphia, but the fact that Vick is just learning how to do this now is just ridiculous. If anything, this is something that Vick should have learned back in his high school or playing days–not when he only has a few years left in the pros.  “Like” Dan Parzych on Facebook Be sure to follow Dan on Twitter @DanParzych

Michael Vick will not be handed the Philadelphia Eagles' starting quarterback job this season. Nick Foles keeps getting a lot of work with the first team. Is that a sign that Foles has the inside track?

In the first few weeks of the Eagles offseason program, the team's offense has been the main topic of discussion. With players hitting the field without pads, the offensive playmakers are able to shine without the threat of a hit, but Eagles safety Kurt Coleman believes the the team's new defense could be the unit that turns heads on gameday. Coleman spoke to reporters on Monday after practice, and said the defense will be a force to be reckoned with."I like this defense. The offense doesn't know where we are coming from," said Coleman with a certainty. "We're giving the same look and bringing different people every single time." The fourth-year defensive back knows that he and the rest of the Andy Reid holdovers have a lot to prove to the new coaching staff. He says the unit needs to finish games and play to their talent level. "The whole defense, we did not play up to our potential (last year)," said the Ohio State alum. "We'd make plays then give up plays (later). We weren't always on the same page, so I am not going to make excuses." A 2010 seventh-round pick, Coleman has started 29 of the 44 games he has played in since entering the league. While he has been able to put up a decent stat line over the last three seasons (207 tackles, 11 pass deflections, seven interceptions and two forced fumbles), his performance in games has drawn criticism from Eagles fans due to his inconsistencies. Coleman admits he needs to improve. "You gotta be able to run, you gotta tackle, you gotta make plays when (the ball) comes your way," said Coleman. "I believe that no matter what you're doing, you have to play football." Still, Coleman knows 2013 will be a big indicator of his future in the league. He thinks Billy Davis's scheme will help him improve both his performance and his paycheck. "I gotta be able to work on every single part of my game and this (new defense) is going to get me paid, and get me some interceptions," said Coleman with a smile. In order for Coleman's premonitions to come true, he will have make the team, which has a crowded safety unit. Either way, it sounds like he is coming into the competition with the right mindset.

Mike Adams - DL.Carlos Ruiz - DL.Ryan Howard - day-to-day, meaning he's DL bound.Roy Halladay - out indefinitely. Ben Revere's OPS - .569Runs Scored - 157 (27th)OPS - .682 (26th)ERA - 4.26 (22nd)Bullpen ERA - 4.63 (27th)From the Beat:*via TwitterRyan Lawerence - ... and they are 1-9 in games started by Cole Hamels. Todd Zolecki - Marlins on pace to finish 46-116. If this 5-1 lead holds, four of their 13 wins will have come against the Phillies.Matt Gelb - The Phillies have scored two or fewer runs in 40 percent of their games. Think about that.Me - It is time to blow up this team, because they ain't winning with this cast of clowns. Of course, trusting Amaro to trade for young, cheap talent is like trusting a politician to follow through with campaign promises.