What's the most significant thing about the Eagles signing reserve linebacker Rocky Boiman? Oh, I don't know? Not much besides all the bad puns people have been making about a man named Rocky joining a team in Philadelphia.I hope to avoid the puns and will instead share with you Mr. Boiman's take on sharing the name of perhaps Philly's greatest sports legend, "There's definitely some irony there. It should be a fun thing." Boiman will likely backup a player younger than him, whether it be Stewart Bradley or Chris Gocong. The Eagles signed him to a one year deal but if things go well, he could certainly be here longer.
One of the aspects that makes this a real nice signing is Boiman's extensive experience on special teams, an area the Birds have been severely lacking in the past few seasons.
Boiman's addition helps add some depth where former Eagle Takeo Spikes left a void. At six foot four and 240 pounds, Rocky is best known for his run stopping ability and his penchant for raw eggs. Doh!
By the looks of that photo, I don't think anybody is going to be confusing him for the Italian Stallion any time soon.
