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Detroit Lions offensive tackle Penei Sewell topped an anonymous NFL-insiders poll of players 25 and under, followed by Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter and Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers; the top five also includes Kyle Hamilton and Trent McDuffie.
At the Eagles-Patriots joint practices in Foxboro, six Eagles will be under the microscope: quarterback Jalen Hurts will test Sean Mannion’s offense against a new defensive look, Dontayvion Wicks will try to prove he can handle a bigger WR role with DeVonta Smith sidelined, Jalen Carter is primed to disrupt, Jihaad Campbell and Andrew Mukuba look for year-two leaps on defense, and cornerback Quinyon Mitchell will be shadowing A.J. Brown in entertaining matchups as teams treat joint practices as a valuable precursor to the regular season.
Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio says Jalen Hurts looks faster this summer, a view echoed by defensive tackle Jalen Carter as Hurts works in a new offensive scheme and continues to show improved movement during training camp.
In the NFL Top 100 Players of 2026 Nos. 30–21, Detroit’s Aidan Hutchinson vaults 25 spots to No. 30 after a career year (17 games, 54 tackles, 14.5 sacks, 89 QB pressures) and a record $141 million extension, while Philadelphia’s Jalen Carter climbs to No. 29 after a strong 2025 season (11 games, 33 tackles, 5 TFL, 3 sacks, 12 QB hits) despite a season opener ejection and injuries, aided by a four-year contract extension; Carter’s rise follows his high-level interior play and a notable 14-spot gain, and Hutchinson’s historic sack/turnover pace underscores the leap. The countdown continues with insights from NFL Pro commentary on both players.
On a scorching Day 7, the Eagles’ top QBs looked solid: Hurts spread the ball to Moore, Goedert, Cooper, Brown, and Jenkins, showing quick reads and mobility; McKee enjoyed his best camp day with a sharp sideline throw and a back-shoulder fade to Johnny Wilson; Dalton demonstrated veteran anticipation with on-time throws. Darius Cooper emerged as a reliable target, Kapena Gushiken forced a fumble, and Jalen Carter’s active hands continued to bat down passes. Lane Johnson returned but did not participate in team drills, Cam Jurgens left early, and Will Lampkin impressed with interior run-blocking versatility. Overall, the offense is showing growing cohesion ahead of the preseason.
Six practices into Eagles training camp, Jalyx Hunt and Jalen Carter have emerged as stock-ups with disruptive play, Tank Bigsby bringing high-effort versatility, and Dontayvion Wicks solidifying the No. 2 receiver role behind DeVonta Smith (earning Hurts’ trust). Drew Kendall and Markel Bell provide depth on the line. Stock-down notes include Makai Lemon’s hamstring setback and slower starts for Ty Robinson, Eli Stowers, Will Shipley, and Fred Johnson as the team evaluates its rotation early in camp.
Vic Fangio used Wednesday’s Eagles training camp press conference to flag players’ conditioning and development: Jalyx Hunt’s weight remains steady with added muscle, Nolan Smith returned heavier in the spring but is back to where he should be, Jalen Carter is in good shape and excelling at the little things, Jordan Davis is lighter around the 330s and showing improved bend and pass rush, Andrew Mukuba is quicker in thought and more comfortable with the defense, Michael Carter is proving versatile by playing safety, nickel, and as a sixth DB, Chance Campbell is emerging as a solid football player, and Jeremiah Trotter is having his best camp since joining, underscoring the Eagles’ depth at linebacker and ongoing evaluation of contributors.
Dallas opened the door to a long-term Quinnen Williams extension, but Williams’ leverage is rising as the interior defensive line market reset after Jalen Carter’s record deal and Jeffery Simmons’ deal. With two years left on his current contract, the 28-year-old could push toward top-tier money—potentially around $34–40 million per year—making him one of the NFL’s highest-paid non‑quarterbacks. Agent Nicole Lynn is expected to press for a market-setting deal, while Dallas weighs keeping Williams after trading significant assets to acquire him.
Day 5 at Eagles camp had the defense dominating the offense, with Jalen Carter delivering a tackle-for-loss and a sack as part of a disruptive interior line that included Nolan Smith and Moro Ojomo; Byron Young flashed as a rotational interior lineman. The offense struggled with miscommunications and penalties, though Hurts showed progress and connected with Dontayvion Wicks, while Latu impressed as a blocking tight end and special-teams contributor and undrafted Joshua Weru flashed speed in pass rush. Jake Elliott went 7-for-7 on field goals. Overall, the defense looks like a potential strength, while the offense works to clean up protection and timing.
Breer’s MMQB Takeaways tour camp news: Nick Bosa is ramping up after ACL injuries, with optimism that he can re-ignite the 49ers’ aging defense; Paraag Marathe’s analytics leadership leaves a lasting impact as he departs; watch how Aaron Donald’s Rams plan a measured return, and how Mike LaFleur forges his own identity in Arizona. The piece also highlights Jalen Carter’s front-loaded Eagles extension, Cowboys’ and Raiders’ emphasis on culture and leadership, Seattle’s deep, ascending roster, Baker Mayfield’s public contract stance, and a set of quick-hitters from around the league.
Day 3 of Philadelphia Eagles training camp featured a defense-dominant practice led by Jalyx Hunt and Jalen Carter, with the offense showing more rough edges as Jalen Hurts absorbed several sacks, misfired throws, and limited play-action moments. Rookie Makai Lemon and Eli Stowers had quiet starts, while Dontayvion Wicks and Darius Cooper flashed as targets. The backup QB battle favored Andy Dalton so far. Injury notes included Lane Johnson’s excused absence, plus players in the medical tent and a carted-off Jaedan Roberts at practice end. Overall, the defense is ahead of the offense early in camp with plenty of time to grow.
Day 3 of Eagles practice was highlighted by a dominant defensive line as Jalyx Hunt and Jalen Carter disrupted the backfield and Carter batted passes. Hurts faced pressure but connected on a pocket-to-left teardrop to DeVonta Smith, while Nolan Smith had a slower start and wore an arm brace. In QB2 drills, Andy Dalton outplayed Tanner McKee, with Cole Payton rebounding from Day 2 INTs. Wicks and Lemon showed flashes in the receiver group, Stowers worked on blocking, Braden Mann punted well, and undrafted long snapper Rocco Underwood had a few high snaps; Jaeden Roberts suffered a lower-leg injury near practice end.
Day 3 of Eagles training camp was hot and lengthy, with the defense overpowering the offense in red-zone work. Campbell sat out, so Jeremiah Trotter Jr. filled in at linebacker; Lane Johnson was out and Fred Johnson started at right tackle. Jalen Carter continued to wreck the line with pressure, a sack, and multiple batted passes. Hurts showed limited efficiency but added an 8-yard rushing TD on a zone-read in the red zone. Jakorian Bennett had an early DPI but recovered with a pass breakup; Danny Gray flashed with a few catches. The offense rotated quarterbacks (Dalton and McKee) behind a shifting line, while Covey, DeJean, and Lemon handled punt returns. In a late-team set, the defense won 7 of 10 reps as depth players like Trotter, Mundt, Wicks, and Mukuba made plays; several players left practice early for various reasons.
At the opening Eagles training camp, Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni highlighted five takeaways: interior defensive line depth is a priority with Carter, Davis, and a deep supporting group; Roseman dismissed off-field concerns about Jalen Carter and emphasized future performance in extensions; the QB2 spot remains a competition between Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton with rotational practice; Jonathan Greenard’s injury is not serious and he should be ready when needed; and the roster is “incomplete” and will continue to evolve as the season approaches.
After locking up Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis, the Eagles’ long-term plans shift to a 2027 class (Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, Jalyx Hunt); in the near term, Tyler Steen is the most plausible extension candidate, though the team may wait for a below-market deal, Nolan Smith isn’t urgent, Tanner McKee isn’t an extension candidate, and Moro Ojomo is likely to test free agency after next season due to cap constraints.