Trotter rumors and Defensive tackle analysis from Fox Sports

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May 06 2004 - Bill Parcells expects the Eagles to sign LB Jeremiah Trotter, currently with the Redskins. I hear they're going to get (Jeremiah) Trotter back if they haven't already, and will put him in the middle. Trotter will be released after June 1st.

Defensive tackles analysis

Cornelius Griffin is big, strong and mobile. But his past two seasons have been average, and the team needs something better than average from its lead tackle. Jermaine Haley is a solid backup, but he wears down when he has to start and play every series. A key to this position could be the recovery of Brandon Noble (knee); he missed last season. Noble is a big-bodied player who is strong enough to tie up blockers and smart enough to read an offensive lineman's stance to discern whether a run or pass is coming. Backups Joe Salave'a and Cedric Killings were reserves with other teams last season. It's unlikely either will make a great impact for the Redskins.