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Eagles praise new Colts quarterback Carson Wentz, acknowledge QB asked for 'fresh start'

INDIANAPOLIS — For roughly a month now, the Colts and the Philadelphia Eagles have been forbidden from discussing the blockbuster February trade that sent starting quarterback Carson Wentz to Indianapolis.

The start of the new league year on Wednesday finally lifted the NFL’s schedule-imposed muzzle.

From the Colts’ perspective, there was an obvious appeal in the relationship Wentz has with Indianapolis head coach Frank Reich and the rest of the coaching staff.

“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to coach Carson again, and he will be a fantastic addition to this organization,” Reich said in a statement.