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Two positions groups that impressed me at the Shrine and Senior Bowls: the cornerback/nickel and edge rushers. Both are potentially positions of need for the #Eagles and I shout out a few players who may fit their defense.

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NFL draft season has officially kicked off. Here are some early Eagles-focused takeaways. The Eagles will have some holes that need filling via the draft. Here are some early names and positions they might have an eye on.

Emptying the notebook from the Senior Bowl and Shrine Bowl with #Eagles insight:

— Benefit of having Clint Hurtt and Jemal Singleton coach at the Senior Bowl
— Heavy scout presence in Dallas
— Positions of strength at both games/positions to target

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What the film says about the Eagles’ offensive direction under Sean Mannion and Josh Grizzard Mannion and Grizzard figure to bring a range of influences to the Eagles' offensive scheme.

#Eagles OC Sean Mannion never called plays in an NFL game, but he did during the Shrine Bowl earlier this week. I broke down the film to gather insight on what his playcalling influences may be, and how it could meld with Josh Grizzard’s passing concepts:

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Great one from wannaB and @devinjackson.bsky.social who is probably my favorite Philly writer, so few actually do the work on prospects and he does that and more

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I speak with the Philadelphia Inquirer's NFL Draft reporter Devin Jackson from Mobile, Alabama, as he provides his view on the draft prospect performances at Senior Bowl practices.

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Eagles’ Clint Hurtt discusses coaching the Senior Bowl and his interview for the Dolphins DC job The Eagles defensive line coach, who has head coach aspirations, has valued the opportunity to lead a team in Mobile, Ala. "It’s a great experience to be a part of," he said.

I got a chance to speak with #Eagles D-line coach Clint Hurtt, who finished up his third practice as head coach of the National team earlier today. He also spoke about his #Dolphins DC interview and his aspirations of being a head coach some day:

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After a journey from Division II to the CFP title game, Levittown’s David Blay sets his sights on the NFL Starting at West Chester and ending in the title game with Miami, Blay learned a lot in each of his three stops in college football. He’s hoping the education continues in the NFL.

Four days after playing in the national championship game last week, #Miami DL David Blay was out at Shrine Bowl practice. The Levittown native's journey, first forged at D-II West Chester, spanned 3 schools in 5 years.

Now he has his sights on the NFL:

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Forged in Philly, Southern Cal linebacker Eric Gentry breaks the mold at East-West Shrine Bowl workouts At 6-foot-6 and 221 pounds, Gentry is built more like an NBA wing player. But he's a unique linebacker who has made an impact this week in Frisco, Texas.

Putting a bow on a great week at the East-West Shrine Bowl. Philly native and USC LB Eric Gentry was the center of attention during practices and he made a big impact in the middle of the field.

On his perspective and journey and taking another step toward the NFL:

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CFP national championship: Here are seven Eagles draft targets to watch as Miami faces Indiana Each of these players could fill a need for an Eagles team likely to undergo significant roster change this offseason.

Miami and Indiana play in the #CFP national championship game tonight. Here are 7 prospects the #Eagles should be watching closely:

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Thanks! Let's do it

NFL draft 2026: Who could the Eagles target with the No. 23 overall pick? Will the Eagles select a player in the first round who can make an immediate impact in Year 1?

The #Eagles are locked into the No. 23 pick of the NFL draft, and last time they picked in the early 20s, they took All-Pro DB Quinyon Mitchell. Who could be their next first-rounder this year?

I break down 6 options they could consider:

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Penn State and Temple swing big in the college football transfer portal. Here’s what to know.

Matt Campbell continues to build up Penn State's roster after losing 50 players this offseason and Temple coach K.C. Keeler has landed 11 pledges from Power Four schools.

Wide Left Awards: MVP, All-Pro Teams, Coach of the Year and More Wide Left team came together to vote on the Most Valuable Player, Players of the Year, Rookies of the Year, Most Improved Player, Comeback Player of the Year, Coaches of the Year and our All-Pro Teams

Wide Left's crew — me, @katson.bsky.social, @devinjackson.bsky.social, @dantecollinelli.bsky.social, @friesfootball.bsky.social, @noflagsfilm.bsky.social and @lukebraunnfl.bsky.social — voted for end-of year awards

MVP, POYs, ROYs, HCOY and our All-Pro teams

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Eagles-49ers film: Christian McCaffrey’s touches, dangerous George Kittle, and where Brock Purdy struggles The 49ers have a deserved reputation as a prolific offensive team, but there are elements the Eagles can exploit on Sunday.

Christian McCaffrey’s involvement in the #49ers passing game, George Kittle’s usage, and more from my film breakdown of what the #Eagles should expect from San Francisco in Sunday’s wild card matchup:

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DeSean Jackson signs contract extension to remain Delaware State’s coach through 2028 In his first year at the helm, the former Eagles receiver led the Hornets to an 8-4 finish, the most wins in a season for the program since 2007.

DeSean Jackson has agreed to a contract extension that will keep him at Delaware State through the 2028 season, the university announced in a release. Jackson, who was named the Boxtorow HBCU Coach of the Year, went 8-4 in his debut season.

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Eight Eagles draft targets to watch during the first round of the College Football Playoff From an athletic tight end to a trio of pass rushers to a dynamic receiver, here is some talent for Eagles fans to keep an eye on during the opening round of the CFP.

Eight #Eagles draft targets to watch during the first round of the College Football Playoff:

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Philly’s Tyreek Chappell overcame an injury to reach the College Football Playoff with Texas A&M The Northeast graduate thought last season would be his final year of college football. Now, with a second chance and a position change, Chappell will get “a once in a lifetime moment” on Saturday.

Northeast High graduate and Philly native Tyreek Chappell will get a “once-in-a-lifetime” opportunity to play in the College Football Playoff with Texas A&M.

On his path to Texas A&M from Philly, coaching and mentorship from Antonio Cromartie, and more:

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Why is A.J. Brown struggling against zone coverage? Here’s what the film says about his inconsistency. A.J. Brown's down year is a concern as the Eagles make another Super Bowl push. We went to the film to understand why Brown has been marginalized in 2025.

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Why is A.J. Brown struggling against zone coverage? Here’s what the film says about his inconsistency. A.J. Brown's down year is a concern as the Eagles make another Super Bowl push. We went to the film to understand why Brown has been marginalized in 2025.

This season, #Eagles WR A.J. Brown is being targeted on 20.9% of his routes vs. zone coverage and is averaging 1.14 yards per route vs. zone. What is causing his struggles?

I dove into his film with the Eagles since joining the team in 2022 to figure it out:

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Eagles Week 11 film preview: What to look for vs. Lions Can the Eagles defense continue to excel against a Lions offense that is among the NFL's best?

The #Lions success on play-action passing, Jared Goff's comfortability hitting intermediate throws, the tandem of David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs are among the film takeaways I had previewing the #Eagles-#Lions game on Sunday.

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Jalen Hurts’ growing relationship with Jordan is helping the Eagles QB express himself: ‘Each pair is like a canvas’ Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been a Jordan athlete for a little over two years, but his relationship with the brand and Michael Jordan continues to grow and evolve.

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Jalen Hurts has been a Jordan athlete for a little over two years, but his relationship with the brand and Michael Jordan continues to grow and evolve.

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Boisterous DeSean Jackson gets the best of stoic Michael Vick during ‘surreal’ HBCU showdown at the Linc Former Eagles DeSean Jackson and Michael Vick faced each other for the first time as head coaches, with Jackson’s Delaware State edging out Vick’s Norfolk State.

DeSean Jackson and Michael Vick share a long embrace after last night’s game at the Linc. It was “surreal” for both men, and a “full circle moment” for the former #Eagles teammates.

More on a historic night filled with lots of firsts for both players turned coaches:
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Former #Eagles teammates Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson embraced for a while last night after Delaware State beat Norfolk State, 27-20, at Lincoln Financial Field.

Michael Vick bringing Norfolk State to Philly is special in more ways than one: ‘Like a second home for me’ Vick on his team's game vs. DeSean Jackson's Delaware State at the Linc: “My wife’s from here, her family’s here.”

Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson return to the Linc tonight as head coaches at HBCUs Norfolk State and Delaware State.

For Vick in particular, it’s a homecoming. His wife is from Philly and he calls here a “second home.”

On Jackson and Vick’s differing perspectives:
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Eddie George blazed a trail for Michael Vick and DeSean Jackson: ‘If you can make it through an HBCU, you can make it anywhere.’ George, once an Abington star, launched his coaching career at HBCU Tennessee State, where he built a winner. He's now the top guy at Bowling Green.

Eddie George grew up in Philly, had a storied playing career, and thought he was done w/ football.

When Tennessee State approached him to coach in 2021, he didn't want to regret not taking it.

“If you can make it through an HBCU, you can make it anywhere in life.”

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SumerBrain Claims to Revolutionize Football Analytics. I Will Not Be Using It SumerSports released a new product last week claiming to change the way we watch, report on and consume football. They want to democratize access to football data. I don't think it can.

great week @ wide left (2/2)

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#Toledo co-DC and safeties coach Ross Watson still remembers Emmanuel McNeil-Warren’s freshman fall camp. He had 10 interceptions and on 9 of the 10 “he was doing the wrong damn thing.”

Now he’s the latest Toledo secondary player primed for the NFL: