5 reasons why the Eagles should roll with the young guys until after the Week 9 bye

With Lane Johnson, DeSean Jackson, and Alshon Jeffery dealing with injuries, the Eagles should play their young guys for the next four weeks.

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) throws a pass during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Keith Srakocic)

5. Carson Wentz is finding his groove

Maybe it’s the next man up mentality or Wentz hailing from an FCS power, but you can’t deny the chemistry the Eagles star seems to develop with the underdog personalities on the Philadelphia roster.  Wentz has developed a chemistry with Travis Fulgham that can’t and shouldn’t be interrupted.   Wentz loves playing with Greg Ward, has targeted John Hightower successfully, and still has Miles Sanders to fall back on when things get tight.