Three Eagles to Keep an Eye on as Training Camp Nears
The NFL recently released reporting days for each team’s training camp.
Rookies and veterans report on July 25 for the Philadelphia Eagles, and we are now a little over two weeks away from seeing some football back in South Philly.
As there is every training camp, there will be several key position battles throughout the summer.
Here are three players to keep an eye on as training camp draws closer and closer.
Christian Elliss, Linebacker
The first player is one who heard his name swirling during OTAs. Christian Elliss may only have 14 tackles in his two-year career, but the former undrafted free agent could prove to be a major piece to the Eagles’ linebacker room this year.
Elliss was one of the stars of minicamp, making plays left and right on the field. Elliss even had an interception on Jalen Hurts during the optional camp session. If Elliss follows up with another strong training camp, he may not just push for a roster spot but, ultimately, a starting spot.
There is still some time to go, and Howie Roseman could always look to add to the position, but if Elliss comes in and shows out again, then there’s a strong chance he could be starting next to Nakobe Dean in week one.
K’Von Wallace, Safety
Wallace was a former fourth-round selection out of Clemson, and there was some excitement around him when he came in. During his tenure in Philadelphia, Wallace has yet to truly impress. Even after losing C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Marcus Epps in free agency, Wallace will still be fighting uphill for snaps.
As of now, he looks to be behind on the depth chart behind Reed Blankenship, Terrel Edmunds, and third-round rookie Sydney Brown.
To say this is a massive training camp for Wallace would be an understatement. Wallace is far from a roster lock and could be fighting for his spot this summer. Wallace is going to have his fair share of chances to prove his worth on the roster, so it’ll be interesting to see what he does.
I expect him to make the team, but how much he actually plays is still up in the air.
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Charleston Rambo, Wide Receiver
The last player here is more of an interesting one. Back in May, the Eagles signed Charleston Rambo after a tryout with the team. In 2023 with the Orlando Guardians of the XFL, Rambo hauled in 31 receptions for 403 yards and three touchdowns in nine games.
The most intriguing thing about the Rambo signing was his connection with Hurts, as the two both played at Oklahoma together. Now Rambo isn’t going to come in and steal snaps away from A.J. Brown or DeVonta Smith, but it’ll be interesting to see how he performs, especially his connection with Hurts.
Rambo could push for a roster spot if he really shows out in training camp and preseason games.
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