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The NFL is a Teflon league. Despite all the scandals and controversies the NFL endured this season, people continue to watch the game in record numbers.

There are many interesting storylines to follow during the Eagles’ season, not the least of which is the development of second-year quarterback Carson Wentz. Gordon Glantz evaluates the Eagles at each position as he previews the 2017 season.

Critics of the Mark Streit trade view Valtteri Filppula as an unnecessary $5 million contract for next season. But Flyers general manager Ron Hextall views Filppula as a player who can help his team.