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Eagles grades: Jalen Hurts has two turnovers; run defense porous vs. Bears It was ugly all around on Friday, but Hurts, the defensive line, and the coaching staff deserve a fair share of the blame.

Check out @jeff-mclane.bsky.social's Eagles-Bears grades ⤵️

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On the latest unCovering the Birds, @jeff-mclane.bsky.social and @mikesielski.bsky.social break down the Eagles’ offensive struggles — and why the defense makes them legitimate contenders.

Listen now: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Eagles practice observations: Jalen Carter turns it on; First look at Jakorian Bennett; Eli Ricks’ pick-six Carter can seemingly be as disruptive as he wants and made a difference on Saturday. Meanwhile, the cornerback competition continues in camp. And receiver Darius Cooper saw action with the starters.

My #Eagles practice observations from Day 12 of training camp:

*Jalen Carter turns it on

*First look at Jakorian Bennett

*Eli Ricks’ Pick 6

Much more here: www.inquirer.com/eagles/pract...

#Eagles WR Elijah Cooks suffered a shoulder injury and will undergo an MRI today, an NFL source said.

He was having a nice training camp before this setback — extent TBD.

Rookie receiver Darius Cooper introduces himself in the Eagles’ preseason opener Undrafted out of Tarleton State, Cooper had six catches for 82 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' preseason-opening win.

“Darius Cooper. Graduated from Tarleton State University. Originally from St. Louis, Mo. And it’s just a blessing to be here.”

Undrafted rookie WR introduces himself in the #Eagles’ preseason opener. My column: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Eagles grades: Offense earns high marks in Kevin Patullo’s debut, corners struggle in preseason win McKee had a big night, completing 20-for-25 passes for three total touchdowns. Kelee Ringo and Adoree Jackson had their struggles against the Bengals' starting offense and Ja’Marr Chase.

My #Eagles grades from their preseason win over the Bengals:

*Offense earns high marks in OC Kevin Patullo’s debut

*CBs Kelee Ringo-Adoree’ Jackson struggle vs. Joe Burrow-Ja’Mare Chase

Much more here: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Eagles practice observations: Kelee Ringo stars; Jahan Dotson catches on; Jalyx Hunt brings the energy In the final practice for the Eagles in over a month, several depth players on last year's team staked their claim for larger roles this season.

My #Eagles practice observations from minicamp:

*Kelee Ringo stars

*Jahan Dotson catches on

*Jalyx Hunt brings the energy

*Much more here: www.inquirer.com/eagles/minic...

Eagles practice observations: Jeremiah Trotter Jr. trending toward starting; Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee looking sharp Tuesday marked the second practice of the year open to media and provided another glimpse into the makeup of the Eagles' roster. Here's what we learned.

My #Eagles practice observations from OTAs:

*Jeremiah Trotter Jr. trending toward starting

*Jalen Hurts and Tanner McKee looking sharp

*Much more here: www.inquirer.com/eagles/pract...

Eagles practice observations: Bryce Huff’s absence; cornerback and safety competitions; Cooper DeJean to the outside? The first open organized team activity of the season featured a lot of new faces in prominent roles and several more familiar ones absent.

My #Eagles practice observations from OTAs:

- Bryce Huff’s absence explained

- Cornerback and safety competitions

- Cooper DeJean to the outside?

Much more here: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Jalen Hurts may have another new offensive coordinator, but the Eagles QB will stand on his own feet Entering his fifth season as the Eagles' starter, Hurts will have yet another offensive coordinator in Kevin Patullo. But despite the coaching changes, the quarterback hasn't changed his approach.

Jalen Hurts may have another new OC in Kevin Patullo, and a new QBs coach — that he said “will enhance my game and serve” — but the #Eagles QB will stand on his own feet.

My column on a same old Hurts despite a last three months of change: www.inquirer.com/eagles/jalen...

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On the latest unCovering the Birds, Mike Mayock joins @jeff-mclane.bsky.social to break down the Eagles’ 2025 draft picks. From bold moves to big questions — could these rookies boost a title defense?

Listen now: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Sources: Former Jets GM Joe Douglas returning to the Eagles Douglas will be back in a senior scouting role with the Eagles after the Jets fired him as GM in November, according to NFL sources.

Sources: Former Jets GM Joe Douglas returning to the #Eagles.

My story: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Long-time senior scout Anthony Patch leaving the Eagles for the Raiders Patch, the Eagles’ senior director of college scouting, was a key figure in the team's recent success in the NFL draft.

Sources: Long-time senior scout Anthony Patch leaving the #Eagles for the Raiders.

My story: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

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After a championship win, Jeffrey Lurie is ready for more.

In the latest unCovering the Birds, @jeff-mclane.bsky.social shares exclusive insights from the owners meetings, including Lurie’s vision for the Eagles' future, and insights from Hugh Douglas.

🎙️ www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Latest “unCovering the Birds”

Howie Roseman’s Other Obsession

Tis the offseason for the GM to remake the #Eagles’ roster, but it’s always eating season for the professed foodie.

I sat down with Roseman to talk about his other passion.

Listen: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

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unCovering the Birds is back, bringing you even more Eagles insights this offseason 🏈

In the Season 5 debut, @jeff-mclane.bsky.social takes you to the heart of the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.

Listen now: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Super Bowl “unCovering the Birds”

“Inside the #Eagles’ Championship Party”

Taking you behind the scenes for all the sights, sounds and smells from inside the locker room, to the invite-only team celebration, to crack-of-dawn gambling at Caesar’s.

Listen: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

Vic Fangio quietly savors a Super Bowl masterpiece, as Josh Sweat and the Eagles defense feast on the Chiefs As the Eagles partied, Fangio was left smiling after winning his first Super Bowl title. His defense validated its standing as one of the NFL's best in recent memory by taking down Patrick Mahomes.

NEW ORLEANS — Vic Fangio quietly savors a Super Bowl masterpiece, as Josh Sweat and the #Eagles D feast on Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs.

My column on the guru who finally won a title after 38 years and a French Quarter walk of frustration 12 years ago: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Super Bowl “unCovering the Birds”

Nick and Howie Reflect

A year ago, Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni sat next to each other awkwardly on the dais at team headquarters after an epic collapse.

Now they’re back in the Super Bowl after just a two-year layoff.

Listen: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

Inside the eight-cylinder mind of Vic Fangio: Eagles’ guru is one step from an elusive Super Bowl title Fangio has led a full life — boyfriend, father, grandfather, protégé, colleague, mentor, coach, and friend. Those close to him confirm that what you see is what you get, on and off the field.

“It never shuts down until you’re asleep.”

Inside the eight-cylinder mind of Vic Fangio: #Eagles’ DC is one step from an elusive Super Bowl title. Those close to him confirm that what you see is what you get, on and off the field.

My deep dive: www.inquirer.com/eagles/vic-f...

Latest “unCovering the Birds:”

Jalen Hurts puffed a cigar. Gillie da kid led a dance party. Jeffrey Lurie the proud papa.

Snapshots from the #Eagles’ victorious locker room and a closer look at how key figures will factor in Super Bowl LIX.

Listen: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

‘He’s a warrior’: Cam Jurgens plays through injury in Eagles’ NFC title win, gets Jason Kelce’s seal of approval Jurgens was forced to gut out playing the NFC title game with a back injury when his replacement at center, Landon Dickerson, went down with an injury of his own. Next up, the Super Bowl.

‘He’s a warrior’: Cam Jurgens plays through injury in Eagles’ NFC title win, gets Jason Kelce’s seal of approval: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Latest “unCovering the Birds:”

“A tale of two Jalens”

Jalen Carter wrote another chapter in a superb 2d year, while Jalen Hurts’ self-described “choppy” season hit more bumps.

Behind Carter’s secret sauce and Hurts’ struggles in Kellen Moore’s offense: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Kellen Moore need to be better if the Eagles are to beat the Commanders Hurts isn’t supposed to be a $50 million game manager, and even though the Eagles are in the NFC championship game, an injury could hamper his mobility after the quarterback was sacked seven times.

Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Kellen Moore need to be better if the #Eagles are to beat the Commanders.

My column: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Grading the Eagles: Saquon Barkley, Jalen Carter, and the O-line deliver against the Rams Jalen Hurts did his job, for the most part. Oren Burks and Isaiah Rodgers step into key spots because of injuries.

My instant grades after the Eagles’ gutsy 28-22 win over the Rams in a snowy divisional playoff:

Saquon Barkley, Jalen Carter, and the O-line deliver; Jalen Hurts and pass offense not so much: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Jalen Hurts keeps winning, or the Eagles won in spite of him; either way, is it postseason-sustainable? The Eagles advanced to the divisional round despite how for the greater part of the first three quarters, the offense was impotent as the passing game struggled.

Jalen Hurts keeps winning, or the #Eagles won in spite of; Either way, is it postseason sustainable?

My column: www.inquirer.com/eagles/eagle...

Jalen Hurts is slated to be at #Eagles practice today, sources said. A notable step forward as the QB works his way out of concussion protocol and prepares to start in Sunday’s first round playoff game vs. the Packers.

Latest “unCovering the Birds:”

“Looking back, ahead to the Packers”

#Eagles’ regular season is over and Green Bay awaits. What are the big questions heading into a rematch?

Plus, I look back at a 14-3 campaign by polling the locker room.

Listen here: www.audacy.com/podcast/unco...

‘Got to grow the hell up’: C.J. Gardner-Johnson atones with 2 INTs as Eagles whip the Cowboys to clinch NFC East After his untimely ejection in last week's loss helped spoil a chance to capture the division, Gardner-Johnson made up for it against the Cowboys.

After his untimely ejection in last week's loss helped spoil a chance to capture the division, C.J. Gardner-Johnson made up for it against the Cowboys, writes @jeff-mclane.bsky.social.

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