The city of PhiladelphiaThe Eagles will have their final practice on Wednesday after finishing their seventeenth training camp session on Tuesday.
Things are starting to make sense as the regular season approaches in just two weeks.
The following are the five lessons NJ Advance Media learned during Tuesday’s practice:
Although nothing is set in stone just yet, a strong candidate has surfaced for the Eagles’ second cornerback position.
Adoree Jackson was selected to start for the second day in a row, and his strong performance supported his claim. He caused quarterback Jalen Hurts to throw the ball out of bounds because he had outstanding coverage on undrafted free agent Darius Cooper near the left sideline. He had a few PBUs as well.
For a good reason, Jackson’s name didn’t come up in my notes very much. He appears to be the team’s most dependable No. 2 CB option and maintained consistent coverage throughout practice.
Despite his lackluster performance during training camp, Jackson has outperformed Kelee Ringo.
Ringo, who started today with the third-team defense and then got reps with the two s, has had the worst result of any player.
Ringo, who was once favored to start, may no longer be in the race.
He appears to have been demoted after missing out on first-team snaps for the second straight session.
Additionally, he practiced during the developing stage, which is not encouraging. Ringo was beaten toward the sideline for a catch by Elijah Cooks on one of the final plays.
The third-year cornerback must have disappointed the Eagles.
Jackson has the minor advantage because he has been in the defense longer, but he still needs to fend off Jakorian Bennett for CB2. Bennett, a former Raiders cornerback who was dealt to the Eagles two weeks ago, might start if he settles in. Bennett participated in red-zone drills with the Eagles’ first team.
Jackson is the safer option, but Bennett might increase the defense’s potential.
Keep Mac McWilliams in mind. The Eagles may eventually look to him, even if he doesn’t beat Jackson and/or Bennett. Kyle McCordon, the quarterback, was blitzed by the fifth-round pick.
slot for the second yearCB Cooper DeJean could play base looks on the boundary. In back-to-back practices, Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio placed him on the outside.
It’s best to be cautious than sorry at this time of the year.With their numerous wounded players, the Eagles are exercising caution.
S Lewis Cine (groin), OG Landon Dickerson (knee), CB Brandon Johnson (groin), Eagles wide receiver A.J. Brown (hamstring), and CB Tariq Castro-Fields (hamstring) all missed practice once more. OTWR DeVonta Smith (groin), backup quarterback Tanner McKee (finger), and Jordan Mailata (concussion) all sustained new ailments and missed time. TE Dallas Goedert was also hampered due to a groin injury.
Although surgery is not required for McKee’s finger injury, it is unclear when he will be able to return. A prolonged absence would be worrisome.
The availability of Brown, Smith, Goedert, Mailata, Dickerson, and McKee for the most of the season is crucial.
During today’s practice, the injuries kept getting worse. Safety for rookiesDuring an individual drill, Drew Mukuba seemed to have a hamstring injury and never came back to practice.Johnny Wilson, a second-year wide receiver, was unable to apply pressure to his left foot after getting rolled up during a team practice. Later, they carried him inside.
After catching McCord’s pass over the middle for a big gain, the new Eagles wide receiver caught Hurts’ fast throw.
The Eagles need Metchie to step up now that Wilson is out. Despite one poor drop during practice, he performed well overall.
The rookie linebacker frequently tackled Philadelphia’s running backs for short runs. He matched Saquon Barkley’s speed, something that most NFL defenders are unable to do. The Alabama first-round pick swiftly ran to the perimeter on passes and blocked running lanes on Barkley and Will Shipley’s runs. Campbell appears prepared for a significant part and is understanding Fangio’s plan.
During a team practice, defensive tackle Jalen Carter swatted down Hurt’s ball and celebrated by waving his finger. After backup safety Tristin McCollum intercepted a shovel throw from Jeremiah Trotter Jr. to Barkley, practice came to a stop.
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