Eagles in the a.m.: Dec. 14

FROM THE FRIDAY INQUIRER

- The Eagles reached a new level of futility in a 34-13 loss to the Bengals.

- The idea of a two-headed monster at running steam is losing steam because of Bryce Brown's fumbling, writes Jeff McLane.

- Poor play-calling is hurting Nick Foles' development, writes Phil Sheridan.

- The defense is improving, but the offense isn't helping, writes Bob Ford.

- Observations and ruminations from Thursday's loss.

FROM BIRDS' EYE VIEW

- Jeff McLane's up-down drill.

- Andy Reid confirms he's going to stick with Nick Foles.

- The Eagles agree to pay Mike Patterson $150,000, writes Jeff McLane.

- Michael Vick was cleared by an independent neurologist.