Eagles training camp observations
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TRASH TALK: Second-year edge rusher Jalyx Hunt gave some good-natured trash talk to Brown and Saquon Barkley after the defense got the better of the offense in the third-down period. Hunt has been the talk of camp early on.
Jihaad Campbell learning both inside linebacker positions could allow the Eagles to utilize All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun more as a pass rusher in 2025
Ringo is a candidate for the starting cornerback job opposite of Quinyon Mitchell, and had the majority of the first-team reps at outside cornerback when the Eagles were in nickel defense (which Philadelphia runs a majority of the time). The first impression wasn't ideal.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, left, takes the hand off from quarterback Jalen Hurts, right, during practice at NFL football training camp, Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Eagles DB Cooper DeJean, the subject of a viral parody about his position, will take reps at safety in training camp.
Also, Vic Fangio gives an early assessment of Jihaad Campbell, while the depth chart for the defensive front emerges.
It's early, and reading too much into things is par for the training camp course, but Eagles fans can rest easy. The Birds are focused. Jalen Hurts is back, and the ball is barely touching the ground. Take that, Cam Newton! Rumors of Hurts' demise have been greatly exaggerated.