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Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during rookie minicamp

Philadelphia Eagles invited 19 players to tryout during the rookie minicamp

The Eagles started their rookie minicamp on Friday, as the seven-man draft class and nine undrafted free agent signees participated in their first NFL practice.

With Philadelphia wanting a full roster of attendees, GM Howie Roseman invited 19 players in for a tryout.

Current Eagles’ players on the minicamp roster include Mario Goodrich, Kennedy Brooks, Tristin McCollum, Noah Elliss, and Tyrese Robinson.

Eagles reveal jersey numbers for seven player 2023 NFL draft class

The Philadelphia Eagles reveal jersey numbers for seven-player 2023 NFL draft class

The Eagles selected seven players over the three-day NFL draft, and with the rookie minicamp set to begin, jersey numbers were handed out.

No. 9 overall pick Jalen Carter will wear No. 98, while No. 30 overall pick Nolan Smith will wear the No. 3.

Cornerback Kelee Ringo and safety Sydney Brown could look to switch numbers, although Troy Polamalu turned the No. 43 into a Hall of Fame number.

Eagles to hold rookie minicamp May 5-6

With the 2023 NFL Draft now complete and in the rearview mirror, the Philadelphia Eagles are among the first teams to hold their rookie minicamps as the Birds are scheduled for this weekend, May 5-6

The Eagles made seven picks during the 2022 NFL draft, and with the team wrapping up the acquisition of an undrafted free agent class, Philadelphia will be among the first teams to hold their rookie minicamp this weekend May 5-6.

The Eagles reportedly will have a 9-11 man undrafted free agent class, along with a slew of invited free agents trying out for a training camp shot.

Here’s everything you need to know about the two-day introductory session.

Eagles invite veteran TE Sammis Reyes to rookie minicamp

The Philadelphia Eagles have invited veteran TE Sammis Reyes to the team’s rookie minicamp

The Eagles have always valued athleticism, and the team will get an up-close view of veteran tight end Sammis Reyes.

According to Aaron Wilson, Reyes has been invited to Philadelphia’s rookie minicamp scheduled for May 5-7.

Reyes played basketball at Tulane for two seasons and became the first player from Chile to play in the NFL, with previous stints with Chicago and Washington.

Reyes (6-5 3/8, 260, 4.65 speed, 31 reps, 10-5 broad jump) has played in 11 career games, logging one start.

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Top 42 photos from Day 1 of Eagles rookie minicamp

Top photos from Day 1 of Philadelphia Eagles rookie minicamp where five draft players, 12 undrafted free agents, and 19 invited prospects gathered at the NovaCare Complex

Eagles rookie minicamp began on Friday for five draft picks, 12 undrafted free agents, and 19 selected players invited to try out for the 2022 squad.

Day one was held inside because of the weather conditions, but that didn’t stop Jordan Davis, Cam Jurgens, Nakobe Dean, Kyron Johnson, Grant Calcaterra, Carson Strong, Noah Elliss, and others from taking the first steps to reaching their ultimate dreams.

With Day 2 less than 16 hours away, here are the top-42 photos from Day one.
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5 takeaways from 1st-day of Eagles rookie minicamp

5 takeaways from the 1st-day of Philadelphia Eagles rookie minicamp with notes and observations from Nick Sirianni addressing the media

The Eagles have three of their five 2022 NFL draft picks under contract, but that didn’t stop the entire class, 12 undrafted free agents and a host of other tryout hopefuls from hitting the field on the first day of rookie minicamp.

Only the beginning of the session was open to the media, and afterward, head coach Nick Sirianni addressed the media, saying all the right things after Day one.

Here are five takeaways from the first day of rookie minicamp, along with notes and observations.

Nakobe Dean to be a full participant in Eagles’ rookie minicamp practice

Former Georgia All American LB and third-round pick Nakobe Dean to be a full participant in the Philadelphia Eagles’ opening rookie minicamp practice

Nakobe Dean is in Philadelphia and after two days of draft day injury drama, the former Georgia All-American will take the field at the NovaCare Complex for his first practice as a pro.

Despite reports of a pectoral and knee injury, Dean will line up as middle linebacker for Jonathan Gannon during the Eagles’ initial rookie minicamp sessions on Friday and Saturday.

Dean told the local media that the Bulldogs played a variety of coverages and that he’ll have some familiarity with Philadelphia’s defense that’s set to unveil more 3-4 looks upfront.

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Eagles coach Nick Sirianni discusses day 1 of rookie minicamp

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni discusses day 1 of rookie minicamp

Nick Sirianni can officially mark his first minicamp practice off his bucket list, as the new Eagles head coach led a solid group of first-year players and some veterans through the first onfield work of 2021.

Sirianni came away impressed with his core group and once again preached competition and getting better each day.

Here are some of his takeaways from that first day.

First Look: DeVonta Smith at Eagles’ rookie minicamp

DeVonta Smith looking smooth at Eagles’ rookie minicamp

The Eagles have a new number one wide receiver on the roster and Nick Sirianni got his first taste of DeVonta Smith on the outside and the Heisman Trophy winner looks as smooth as advertised.

Watch Eagles’ 2021 NFL draft class arriving for rookie minicamp

Eagles’ 2021 NFL draft class arriving for rookie minicamp

As the Eagles and their fans await the 2021 NFL schedule release, rookies from the team’s draft class have started arriving for their first minicamp under head coach Nick Sirianni.

It’s unknown whether Eagles second-year quarterback and starter, Jalen Hurts will make an appearance with DeVonta Smith, Kenneth Gainwell, Landon Dickerson, and others.

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