PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — “Philadelphia is the saddest pro sports city in America right now.” That is the sentiment of USA Today sports blogger…and probably a few others.
Feel free to form your own opinion about the writer’s statement and the state of sports in this town. But before you do either, consider reading the article and, perhaps more importantly, consider the facts.
The Eagles are 4-7 after three consecutive losses, including two blowouts, to teams far from being considered contenders. That’s the exact opposite record most fans and experts envisioned the team having through 11 games after their overtime win in Dallas.