Former Temple QB DiMichele Signs Free Agent Contract with Eagles

Adam DiMichele, who started three years for the Temple Owls, has signed a free agent contract with the Philadelphia Eagles. DiMichele was originally signed as a rookie free agent by the Eagles taking part in almost all spring practices before being released on June 11. Kevin Kolb's recent MCL sprain gives the Owl's fourth all time passer a second chance with the team.

"I can't put it into words. I was at home eating a sandwich with my family, and my phone rang. The Eagles wanted to bring me in as soon as possible. I have no details yet, but I'm not worried about it. It's just another opportunity for me. I'm excited, and my family is excited." -- Adam DiMichele

DiMichele has himself had a hard time staying healthy missing eleven complete games over his last two seasons and parts of others.With his limited playing time he still managed an impressive thirty touchdowns against only sixteen interceptions in the thirteen games he did play.

The Eagles host the New England Patriots on Thursday, August 13 at 7:30 p.m. at Lincoln Financial Field. Donovan McNabb will start and probably play into the second quarter. Following McNabb A.J. Feeley's will likely play the bulk of the game. DiMichele may get some playing time in the fourth quarter if Andy Reid holds true to form; In last years pre-season opener against Pittsburgh Andy Reid gave significant opportunity to all three of his quarterbacks.