The Facts:
The Eagles signed kicker Todd France to the practice squad Tuesday, two days after linebacker Mark Simoneau kicked an extra point. France will back up Pro Bowl kicker David Akers, who is bothered by a hamstring injury and uncertain for Sunday's game against Oakland.
Reported by NFL.com
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
France connected on 24 of 34 field-goal attempts and made all 15 extra points this spring for Hamburg in NFL Europe. Signed by Minnesota as a rookie free agent in 2002, France has been to training camps with the Vikings, New York Giants and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Profile