Eagles' training camp: Takeaways from the 2nd joint practice session with Browns
The Eagles and Browns hit the field at the NovaCare Complex practice fields for Day 2 of joint practices ahead of Saturday afternoon's preseason contest at Lincoln Financial Field.
Cleveland's defense caused problems for the Philadelphia offense on Wednesday, which was without All-Pro wide receiver A.J. Brown, who may have suffered a setback in his rehab from a hamstring injury. Day two saw rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders sit out with an oblique injury, clearing the way for Dillon Gabriel to be the starter in Saturday's matchup potentially.
With Day two completed, we're looking at takeaways and observations from the spirited practice.
A.J. Brown has a hamstring problem
Brown sat out both joint practice sessions with the Browns, and Philadelphia's medical team is being cautious with his nagging hamstring injury.
Head coach Nick Sirianni was vague in his response when asked if Brown had suffered a hamstring setback after he participated in an on-field workout one day before missing the open practice at Lincoln Financial Field.
Eagles injury update
Injury report
Did NOT PRACTICEAJ Brown - hamstringLewis Cine - groinLandon Dickerson - kneeKenyon Green - shoulderLane Johnson - rest
LIMITED ParticipantSaquon Barkley - restZack Baun - backElijah Cooks - shoulder
Adoree' Jackson gets the start
Adoree' Jackson was the starting cornerback opposite Quinyon Mitchell for both days of joint practice.
Landon Dickerson makes an appearance.
Just one day after having his meniscus trimmed in a minor procedure, Dickerson was at Eagles practice with a brace on his knee and delivering Miller Lite to all those who participated in the trenches.
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