Philadelphia has one practice left before breaking until the late July training camp, and the Eagles are implementing a new offensive and defensive system.
Wednesday was Day 2 of the Eagles’ mandatory minicamp, and a familiar face was back at the NovaCare Complex, as Fletcher Cox appeared amid his retirement adjustment.
There are battles for the cornerback spot opposite Darius Slay and at middle linebacker, where Nakobe Dean will work to hold off Zack Baum alongside Devin White.
With the second day completed, we’re looking at takeaways and observations from the session.
Continued battle at cornerback
It’s only an early preview, but Quinyon Mitchell, Kelee Ringo, and Isaiah Rodgers are set to have an intense battle for the cornerback spot opposite Darius Slay.
John Ross
Don’t look now, but Ross could easily land Philadelphia’s third or fourth wide receiver spot. The speedy former first-round pick took first-team snaps on Wednesday and has been active during two days of practice.
Linebacker battle
Devin White appears to be the only lock as a starter, while Nakobe Dean and Zack Baun will continue to battle for the inside linebacker job.
Fletcher Cox is back
The future Hall of Famer appeared at the NovaCare Complex in street clothes for the first time since retiring.
Landon Dickerson absent
With Landon Dickerson absent and Trevor Keegan injured, Mekhi Becton logged first-team snaps at left guard.
Defense dominated the day
Kellen Moore is installing a new offensive system, and Wednesday presents some frustrations for Jalen Hurts and company.
Kendall Milton sighting
The former Georgia running back has fresh legs and is starting to emerge as a training camp dark horse to watch in the running back competition.
Will Shipley
Shipley could be the Eagles running back of the future, and he’ll certainly make things difficult for Kenneth Gainwell as the backup to Saquon Barkley.
Rookie RB Will Shipley was one of the offensive standouts. He showed off off his hands on a number of catches, including a sliding grab down the right sideline.
TE Grant Calcaterra, who has drawn some praise this offseason, also had a solid day.
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) June 5, 2024
