Eagles’ Reid won’t step down

PHILADELPHIA -- Andy Reid is digging in. The Philadelphia Eagles coach insisted he will not resign Friday, a day after a judge sentenced Reid’s two sons to prison and likened his home to a “drug emporium.”

Asked whether he intended to stay on the job, a steely-eyed Reid delivered a stern, one-word answer: “Yes.”

At least one of his peers thought that may not be the best approach.

“If that situation comes up in anybody’s family, I would think you would have to take a hard look at taking time off, of doing something to try and salvage the thing,” said Reid’s longtime friend and mentor, Seattle Coach Mike Holmgren.

Reid took a five-week absence earlier this year.

“I know this is a big story for everybody and I respect that,” Reid said. “On the other hand, I can’t go into questioning on it at this time.

“However, as parents we have huge concerns for our two boys. This has been a battle we have dealt with here for a few years and I’m sure we’ll continue to address the situation.”