Eagles Defense Dominates Day 5 as 2 Receivers Sit and O-Line Struggles
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Updated · The Philadelphia Inquirer · Aug 5
Eagles Defense Dominates Day 5 as 2 Receivers Sit and O-Line Struggles
3 articles · Updated · The Philadelphia Inquirer · Aug 5
Summary
Day 5 of Eagles camp tilted sharply to the defense, with the offense sputtering in full pads and the offensive line turning in its sloppiest practice yet.
2 receivers — DeVonta Smith and rookie Makai Lemon — sat out with hamstring issues, while Lane Johnson missed a third straight practice for a non-injury reason, thinning an offense already adjusting to a new wide-zone scheme.
Jalen Hurts followed a sharp Monday with an uneven session, throwing into coverage several times as protection broke down; Michael Carter II came away with an interception and the passing game rarely found rhythm.
Jalen Carter and Moro Ojomo repeatedly won up front for Vic Fangio's unit, reinforcing the sense that a healthy Eagles defense could be a camp strength and a major boost entering the season.
Cooper DeJean briefly left after hurting his left hand but returned, Cameron Williams resumed full participation, and Jake Elliott stayed perfect on 7 kicks from 33 to 52 yards.