Category: Eagles Minicamp

WATCH: A.J. Brown is set to take the iron sharpens iron approach with Quinyon Mitchell

A.J. Brown set to take the iron sharpens iron approach with Quinyon Mitchell as he looks to have the rookie backup his trash talk 

Philadelphia landed a complete baller in Quinyon Mitchell, and the quiet rookie cornerback seems to do his most talking when he’s on the field.

An All-American at Toledo who turned down NIL deals to stay loyal, Mitchell has a fan in Brandon Graham, and he’s garnered the attention of All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown. During Day 2 of the Eagles minicamp, Brown told a hilarious story about Mitchell’s first words to him being a bit of trash talk.

Mitchell spent four seasons at Toledo, playing 46 games (40 starts). Mitchell racked up some impressive numbers at cornerback: 6 Interceptions, 2 Interceptions returned for touchdowns, 122 tackles, 46 Passes defended, and 6.5 Tackles for loss. Mitchell led the FBS with 25 passes defended in 2022 and ended his career with the most passes defended in program history.

Kelee Ringo is going to put up a fight, but Mitchell will start as CB2 opposite Darius Slay.

James Bradberry to get reps at safety position during Eagles mandatory minicamp

Cornerback James Bradberry will see snaps at the safety position during the Philadelphia Eagles mandatory minicamp

When Rod Woodson started to slow down, the Steelers legend switched to safety, and James Bradberry could be headed for a similar fate.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni addressed the media before Day 1 of the mandatory minicamp, and he dropped this nugget via Tim McManus, confirming that Bradberry will see snaps at the safety position.

According to PFF, opposing quarterbacks targeting Bradberry completed 56% of their passes for 689 yards and nine touchdowns (87.1 passer rating allowed as the primary defender). He had just one interception and 13 pass breakups, one year after earning All-Pro honors and signing a three-year, $38 million contract.

Philadelphia drafted Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean to be the future cornerbacks, but they also have a very deep cornerback group after adding Kelee Ringo and Eli Ricks last season.

Isaiah Rodgers has started at cornerback opposite Darius Slay during the OTA sessions. Avonte Maddox also sees first-team reps in the slot after signing a one-year contract after being released to clear up salary cap space. Tyler Hall was also signed this offseason to play the slot.

Bradberry’s best shot at making the roster could be safety, where just C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Reed Blankenship are healthy options.

Comparing the 2024 NFL draft hauls for all four NFC East teams

The consensus among NFL experts was that Philadelphia was one of the biggest winners from the draft weekend. At the same time, the Commanders retooled their roster and culture by selecting quarterback Jayden Daniels at No. 2 overall. The Giants …

The consensus among NFL experts was that Philadelphia was one of the biggest winners from the draft weekend. At the same time, the Commanders retooled their roster and culture by selecting quarterback Jayden Daniels at No. 2 overall.

The Giants chose Malik Nabers (LSU) over potentially trading up for a quarterback. Dallas traded back and came away with a solid class with potential All-Pros at offensive tackle and guard and a sleeper pick at the edge rusher slot.

Now that we’ve gone through all 257 NFL draft picks, teams are holding their rookie minicamps, and we’re analyzing the draft hauls for all four NFC East teams.

1/22 Quinyon Mitchell CB Toledo
2/40 Cooper DeJean CB Iowa
3/94 Jalyx Hunt EDGE Houston Christian
4/127 Will Shipley RB Clemson
5/152 Ainias Smith WR Texas A&M
5/155 Jeremiah Trotter Jr. LB Clemson
5/172 Trevor Keegan G Michigan
6/185 Johnny Wilson WR Florida State
6/190 Dylan McMahon C NC State

GM Howie Roseman landed the top-ranked corners in Quinyon Mitchell (20) and Cooper DeJean (40) without having to trade away a first-round pick. DeJean can play safety, nickel cornerback, and outside cornerback. Jalyx Hunt (94) is a raw pass rusher who should help upgrade a unit ranked 30th in points allowed per game (25.2).

Roseman made eight trades and then added 2025 third-, fourth- and fifth-round selections (one of each), setting up Philadelphia for 9+ picks next April. Looking to add more weapons to Kellen Moore’s offense, the Eagles selected former Clemson running back Will Shipley; the splash pick was Roseman landing his Clemson teammate and legacy linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (155). One late-round pick to watch is former FSU wideout, 6-foot-6 wideout Johnny Wilson (185), who is now the tallest wide receiver in the NFL.

1/2 Jayden Daniels QB LSU
2/36 Jer’Zhan Newton DT Illinois
2/50 Mike Sainristil CB Michigan
2/53 Ben Sinnott TE Kansas State
3/67 Brandon Coleman OT TCU
3/100 Luke McCaffrey WR Rice
5/139 Jordan Magee LB Temple
5/161 Dominique Hampton S Washington
7/222 Javontae Jean-Baptiste EDGE Notre Dame

The Commanders have a new lease on life after rehauling the franchise with a new owner (Josh Harris), general manager (Adam Peters), and coach (Dan Quinn). Peters, who had been in the 49ers’ front office since 2017, got busy by adding a Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback with the 2nd pick.

On Day 2, they added pass-rushing defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton (36) and then the best Nickel cornerback in the draft by selecting Michigan’s Mike Sainristil (50). Tight end Ben Sinnott (53) can be a rookie security blanket for Daniels. Brandon Coleman (67) can cross-train at multiple positions, while Luke McCaffrey (100) has the pedigree to be a really good contributor.

1/6 Malik Nabers WR LSU
2/47 Tyler Nubin S Minnesota
3/70 Andru Phillips CB Kentucky
4/107 Theo Johnson TE Penn State
5/166 Tyrone Tracy Jr. RB Purdue
6/183 Darius Muasau LB UCLA

The Giants passed on quarterback J.J. McCarthy for a true star receiver in former LSU pass catcher Malik Nabers. Nabers was rated ahead of Marvin Harrison Jr. on some draft boards and he’ll make Daniel Jones better on Day 1.

Tyler Nubin (47) had 13 career interceptions for the Golden Gophers. Dru Phillips (70) can play the slot cornerback and former Penn State tight end Theo Johnson (107) could be a Day 1 starter with Darren Waller’s future up in the air

1/29 Tyler Guyton OT Oklahoma
2/56 Marshawn Kneeland EDGE Western Michigan
3/73 Cooper Beebe G Kansas State
3/87 Marist Liufau LB Notre Dame
5/174 Caelen Carson CB Wake Forest
6/216 Ryan Flournoy WR Southeast Missouri State
7/233 Nathan Thomas OT Louisiana
7/244 Justin Rogers DT Auburn

Dallas traded down five spots, gained a third-round pick, and still landed the draft’s most athletic offensive tackle in Tyler Guyton (29). Guyton will have a chance to be their starter at left tackle.

Defensive end Marshawn Kneeland (56) is excellent against the run and can continue to develop pass-rush moves playing alongside DeMarcus Lawrence and Micah Parsons. Former Kansas State offensive guard Cooper Beebe (73) has the talent and nastiness to develop into an All-Pro. Marist Liufau (87) will have to prove he’s not a liability against the pass, but he’ll help stop the run. Caelen Carson (174) is a sleeper cornerback who was a starter for four seasons at Wake Forest and could develop into the next Daron Bland under Al Harris.

All four teams in the division landed impact players with their first-round picks, but there was some drop-off after the Eagles and Commanders class. Mike Sainristil has All-Pro potential for Washington, while Philadelphia’s secondary received a dramatic upgrade from the additions of Mitchell and DeJean. Nabers will be a hit for the Giants, while Theo Johnson could be the next young star at tight end. Dallas was patient over the weekend and added talented depth in the trenches while getting a little heavier at the linebacker position.

Report: Eagles sign CB Shon Stephens after impressive showing at rookie minicamp

Philadelphia Eagles to sign CB Shon Stephens after impressive showing at rookie minicamp

Andrew DiCecco reports that the Eagles are adding another talented young cornerback to the roster. The team will sign Shon Stephens after his impressive showing at the rookie minicamp.

Stephens seemed to confirm the news.

The standout from the D-II powerhouse Ferris State opened eyes during his Pro Day performance on the campus of Michigan State back in March.

Stephens is the nephew of longtime NFL linebacker Joey Porter and a cousin of Joey Porter Jr., a first-round pick in 2023. Stephens didn’t play for three seasons after he was denied transfer eligibility at Penn State in 2019 and Purdue in 2023 as a grad transfer.

Stephens started garnering NFL attention after becoming a ballhawk in his one season for the Bulldogs after transferring from West Liberty. He was a Cliff Harris Award finalist and a D-II All-American.

Eagles announce dates for rookie minicamp, OTAs and mandatory minicamp

The Philadelphia Eagles will hold their rookie minicamp on May3-4

The Eagles added nine talented rookies on NFL draft weekend, and they’ll hit the practice field immediately after the NFL and the team announce the dates for their rookie minicamp.

Philadelphia and Green Bay will hold workouts this weekend on Friday, May 3, and Saturday, May 4. Baltimore, Seattle, and the New York Jets will spend Friday, May 3, Saturday, May 4, and Sunday, May 5, holding their rookie minicamp.

OTA Offseason Workouts: May 20, May 22-23, May 28, May 30-31
Mandatory Minicamp: June 4-6
Rookie Minicamp: May 3-4

Twenty-six other teams will begin next week, while the defending Super Bowl Chiefs holding sessions on Saturday, Sunday, and Monday.

Philadelphia is currently finalizing what should be a seven-man undrafted class, while Quinyon Mitchell (22), Cooper DeJean (40), and Jeremiah Trotter Jr. (155) headline a nine-man draft class full of athleticism and versatility.

Eagles are bringing in former Bengals 1st-round pick John Ross for a tryout

The Eagles are hosting a familiar name at their rookie minicamp, as former Bengals first-round pick John Ross will try out for the team. Ross held the record for the fastest 40-yard dash time at the NFL scouting combine at 4.22 seconds. Former Texas …

The Eagles are hosting a familiar name at their rookie minicamp, as former Bengals first-round pick John Ross will try out for the team.

Ross held the record for the fastest 40-yard dash time at the NFL scouting combine at 4.22 seconds. Former Texas and Chiefs’ new rookie receiver Xavier Worthy broke it back in March.

In five seasons with the Bengals and Giants, Ross logged 62 catches for 957 yards and 11 touchdowns.

Eagles’ linebacker Shaquille Leonard switches jersey number ahead of debut vs. Cowboys

After practicing in the No. 50, Shaquille Leonard has switched to jersey number 53 after Christian Elliss was waived and claimed by the Patriots

The Eagles have a former All-Pro linebacker on the roster, adding the versatile Shaquille Leonard to the roster after he chose Philadelphia over Dallas.

Leonard is preparing to take the field for his third practice with the team, and he’s switched jersey number.

After initially being assigned the No. 50, Leonard is switching to No. 53 after Christian Elliss was waived.

Leonard will likely start opposite Zach Cunningham, and the duo should help alleviate the lack of communication witnessed in the Eagles’ 42-19 loss to the 49ers.

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Eagles slot CB Avonte Maddox out indefinitely after surgery for torn pectoral muscle

The Philadelphia #Eagles will be without Avonte Maddox for an indefinite amount of time and it could be season ending after surgery for a torn pectoral muscle

The Philadelphia Eagles are set to be without Avonte Maddox indefinitely.

It could be season-ending after the cornerback suffered a torn pectoral muscle in the win over Minnesota.

Maddox had two tackles in the win over Minnesota, and Mario Goodrich or James Bradberry could slide inside for Sean Desai’s unit.

Last season, Maddox had 43 tackles, three tackles for loss, one sack, three passes defended and one interception.

Selected in the fourth round of the 2018 NFL draft, Maddox has played six seasons for the Eagles, amassing 188 solo tackles, 58 assists, 3.0 sacks, one fumble recovery, and four interceptions.

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Brandon Graham joins other Eagles in raving about work ethic of Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith

Brandon Graham joinsJosh Sweat as the latest #Eagles player to rave about the work ethic of Jalen Carter and Nolan Smith saying this about the University of Georgia players: “Them boys, They work”

It is hard to miss on draft picks when you land known commodity, and the Eagles hit the jackpot when they landed Georgia teammates Jalen Carter (9th) and Nolan Smith (30th) in the first round of April’s NFL draft.

Carter, a generational talent, and Smith, a steady force of nature, helped the Bulldogs win three straight New Year’s Six Bowls, an SEC Championship, and back-to-back national Championships.

Players from Alabama and Georgia are a different breed anyway, so it shouldn’t be a shock when their top NFL draft prospects transition smoothly to the NFL.

Carter and Smith have been in Philadelphia for a few months.

Still, the two former All-Americans have already absorbed the work ethic and professionalism the Eagles are accustomed to exuding.

Following the season’s first practice, Brandon Graham joined Josh Sweat in raving about Nolan Smith and Jalen Carter.

After missing on draft picks, the Eagles retooled their draft strategy, purposely focusing on SEC players or guys from the big two of Alabama and Georgia.

With the addition of Carter, Smith, and Kelee Ringo, Philadelphia now has five Bulldog defenders on the roster.

At Georgia, the most recent trio of players won back-to-back national championships and the first title with Jordan Davis and Nakobe Dean.

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Eagles training camp start date announced for rookies and veterans

Philadelphia Eagles training camp report and start date announced for 2023 rookies and veterans

The 2023 NFL season is quickly approaching, and that means the start of training camp for all 32 teams around the league.

On Wednesday, the NFL announced training camp reporting dates and Philadelphia is one of seven teams that’ll have rookies and veterans all reporting on the same day.

For the Eagles, July 25 marks the spot, as the Birds will return to the NovaCare Complex for training camp across the street from their home stadium.

The team has already announced the date for this year’s open training camp practice, set for August 6 at Lincoln Financial Field.

Fans can purchase public practice general admission tickets for $10 by visiting Ticketmaster.com. There will also be an option to purchase a $35 VIP ticket that will provide fans with a special on-field experience before the start of practice. All ticket proceeds for the public course will benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation and its mission to fund innovative autism research and care programs.

Seating at Lincoln Financial Field will be on a first-come, first-served basis. All individuals over the age of 2 will require an entry ticket. There are no ticket limitations per customer, and parking will be free.

Philadelphia will play the host for joint practices with the Browns and Colts in consecutive weeks to close out the preseason.