Four Defensive Players Who Need to Step Up For the Eagles in 2009

When we look at the Eagles, we often take some things for granted.  One is the potential of some of the players.  Often times I say, "As long as this player plays this way, we should be fine."  However, things do not always work out that way. On defense there are no weaknesses, but there are a couple of question marks.  How well will some players play?  With that in mind, I've made a list of four players who I think have the ability to step up their play to a higher level.  If these players do so, the Eagles defense can go from good to scary. 1.  Victor Abiamiri—A 2007 second-round pick out of defensive end, Abiamiri reminds some people of his former teammate Justin Tuck, who is now a force on the New York Giants defensive line.  Abiamiri has been primarily better against the run, but he has the talent to become an every-down left end for the Eagles. If he can bring a consistent pass rush while being a wall against the run, our D-Line will be one ... (link)