The Philadelphia Eagles spent the free agency period building for a Super Bowl run. Headliners include new additions Nnamdi Asomugha, Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, Jason Babin, and Ronnie Brown. Fans suddenly had a reason to salivate, anticipating what could finally be. But just as quickly as Lombardi visions danced in their heads, Mike Patterson fell to the turf, shifting focus and raising concern for the 6-year fixture at defensive tackle.

Mike Patterson was hospitalized on Wednesday, after a collapse and seizure during team practice. On Thursday we learn the early diagnosis is a congenital brain condition, though his agent disputes the claim until further testing is complete.

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