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Jalen Hurts Faces the Defining Test of the Eagles' Post-A.J. Brown Offense
Jalen Hurts Faces the Defining Test of the Eagles' Post-A.J. Brown Offense
Jalen Hurts must prove the Eagles can remain a championship-level offense without A.J. Brown. Sean Mannion's new structure can help, but Philadelphia's quarterback must make every remaining piece work together.
The Real Reason Sean Mannion Is in Philadelphia
The Real Reason Sean Mannion Is in Philadelphia
Forget the passing game narrative. The Eagles brought in Sean Mannion to fix one specific problem — and it has nothing to do with Jalen Hurts' arm. Here's what the hire actually means.
Sean Mannion's First Priority in Philadelphia Is AJ Brown
Sean Mannion's First Priority in Philadelphia Is AJ Brown
Sean Mannion didn't come to Philadelphia to fix Jalen Hurts' mechanics. He came to do what the Rams and 49ers do with their receivers — move AJ Brown around, get him the ball in space, and make defenses pay for ignoring him.
Lavonte David Exposed the Truth About Jalen Hurts — And the Eagles Know It
Lavonte David Exposed the Truth About Jalen Hurts — And the Eagles Know It
Lavonte David — retiring Buccaneers linebacker and future Hall of Famer — went on record: when Tampa played Philadelphia, the entire game plan was to make Jalen Hurts beat them in the passing game. The Eagles couldn't do it.
Sean Mannion Was Hired to Fix the Run Game, Not the Passing Game
Sean Mannion Was Hired to Fix the Run Game, Not the Passing Game
Everyone thinks Sean Mannion is here to fix Jalen Hurts' passing. The real reason is simpler: Saquon Barkley got hit behind the line on 40% of his carries, and the run game collapsed.
Jalen Carter's Shoulder Issues Could Derail His Massive Extension
Jalen Carter's Shoulder Issues Could Derail His Massive Extension
Jalen Carter ranked 115th of 130 in run defense last season because he couldn't lift weights due to chronic shoulder pain. Now his contract extension talks just got a lot more complicated.
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The Eagles Have 9 Picks and a Masterplan: Inside Howie Roseman's Reload Blueprint
The Eagles Have 9 Picks and a Masterplan: Inside Howie Roseman's Reload Blueprint
With nine draft picks, key free agency additions on prove-it deals, and the A.J. Brown question looming, Howie Roseman is executing one of the most calculated roster reloads in recent Eagles history. Here's how every piece fits together.
The Eagles' Edge Rush Gamble: Why Howie Roseman Is Betting the Draft Over Free Agency
The Eagles' Edge Rush Gamble: Why Howie Roseman Is Betting the Draft Over Free Agency
Philadelphia lost Jaelan Phillips to a $120 million deal in Carolina and responded with prove-it contracts. That's not a failure — it's a calculated bet on the 2026 NFL Draft. Here's why Roseman's patience could pay off.
Eagles 2026 Position Report Cards: Safety
Eagles 2026 Position Report Cards: Safety
Reed Blankenship's career year and C.J. Gardner-Johnson's resurgence powered a safety tandem that helped anchor the league's best passing defense. Grading the Eagles' safety room from their Super Bowl championship season.
Where Does Jalen Hurts Actually Rank Among NFL Quarterbacks?
Where Does Jalen Hurts Actually Rank Among NFL Quarterbacks?
Ranking Jalen Hurts against all 32 starting NFL quarterbacks produces a result that will upset both his biggest supporters and his harshest critics. The truth is somewhere nobody wants to look.
Brock Purdy vs Jalen Hurts: The Question That Exposes the Eagles' Real Plan
Brock Purdy vs Jalen Hurts: The Question That Exposes the Eagles' Real Plan
If the Eagles are installing a Shanahan-style offense, which quarterback would they prefer — Brock Purdy or Jalen Hurts? The answer exposes everything wrong with Philadelphia's direction.
Every Eagles Offensive Starter Declined in 2025 — What That Means for 2026
Every Eagles Offensive Starter Declined in 2025 — What That Means for 2026
Only DeVonta Smith maintained his level of play among Eagles offensive starters last season. The rest got worse — and the reasons paint a concerning picture for 2026.
Eagles Defense Doesn't Need Jaelan Phillips — The Young Core Is Already Elite
Eagles Defense Doesn't Need Jaelan Phillips — The Young Core Is Already Elite
Losing Jaelan Phillips to Carolina stings. But the Eagles' defensive foundation — Jalen Carter, Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, and Jihad Campbell — makes this the strength of the roster heading into 2026.