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Foxboro Focus: six Eagles to watch in joint practices with the Patriots
sports10 days ago

Foxboro Focus: six Eagles to watch in joint practices with the Patriots

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.

Jihaad Campbell Poised to Fill Nakobe Dean's Role for the Eagles
sports1 month ago

Jihaad Campbell Poised to Fill Nakobe Dean's Role for the Eagles

Roob’s Observations argues Jihaad Campbell could replace Nakobe Dean as the Eagles’ full-time linebacker, citing his solid rookie year (80 tackles and strong Pro Football Focus grades) and the benefit of focusing on LB duties this season. The piece also notes ongoing safety questions behind Marcus Epps, Drew Makuba, and Michael Carter, while weaving in camp history, Jim McMahon anecdotes, and a Jalen Hurts stat of the week.

Defense Breakouts in 2026: Carter, Campbell, Hunter Poised for Year 2
sports1 month ago

Defense Breakouts in 2026: Carter, Campbell, Hunter Poised for Year 2

NFL.com’s scouts notebook identifies 11 defensive players primed for breakout in 2026, led by Abdul Carter, Jihaad Campbell and Travis Hunter, as teams deploy more aggressive schemes to unlock a second-year jump. The piece highlights youngsters who flashed late in 2025 and could take on bigger roles, with Walter Nolen, Kool-Aid McKinstry, Upton Stout and others poised to become major contributors.

Camp-Ready: Eagles Linebackers Vie for Roles as Camp Opens
sports1 month ago

Camp-Ready: Eagles Linebackers Vie for Roles as Camp Opens

As training camp opens, the Eagles’ linebackers look to lock in roles: Jihaad Campbell is poised to start at off-ball linebacker in Vic Fangio’s defense (he even switched to No. 11), Zack Baun provides veteran presence with limited camp reps, Jeremiah Trotter is the reliable depth and special-teams option, Smael Mondon must earn a roster spot, and Chance Campbell and Deontae Lawson compete for spots after injury histories. The main questions are mental mastery of Fangio’s scheme and roster math as the unit sorts itself out.

Eagles Training Camp Week One: Key Observations and Early Standouts
sports1 year ago

Eagles Training Camp Week One: Key Observations and Early Standouts

One week into Eagles Training Camp, the team shows high energy, talented players, and strong competition, especially at linebacker and cornerback positions. Notable highlights include Jihaad Campbell's impressive pass-rush skills, Jeff Stoutland's focus on offensive line improvement, and standout performances from cornerbacks like Quinyon Mitchell and Adoree' Jackson. The team is preparing for the upcoming preseason, emphasizing the importance of practice and competition for roster spots.