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Full pads, scorching heat and a new Jalen-ism drops at Eagles training camp Tuesday
Scorching heat, full pads and there were no excuses at Philadelphia Eagles training camp Tuesday. Oh, and a new Jalen-ism just dropped. "Fatigue makes cowards of us all," Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts said Tuesday. The Eagles moved up the start of Tuesday's practice due to extreme heat in Philadelphia. Day 5 of training camp saw the players break out in full pads for the first time, and a familiar face was there working with the team. Nearly one week out from their first preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Tuesday was about setting the tone for what this season is about for the Super Bowl LIX champions. "The last two days have been very challenging from a heat standpoint, and so everybody collectively as a group just continues to push through those things," Hurts said. "Control what you can. I think this is a good test and measure of where we are right now and where we desire to go." That direction is forward for the Eagles, with the emphasis being to stay focused and not dwell on the Super Bowl season in 2024. "Every team meeting, [head coach Nick Sirianni] says we will know what we're expected of, and the biggest thing is toughest and getting in shape," tight end Harrison Bryant, who signed with the Eagles in free agency, said. "Being in this heat and this weather in full pads, that's what we're doing, competing and getting in shape. That's what we did today." Players are embracing the grind and competition, like second-year running back Will Shipley. "Growing. I think I made strides from last year in terms of physicality, wanting to fill the hole, shooting and punching the hand," Shipley said. "Coach [Jemal] Singleton has done a great job with me. I just have to continue to grow, continue to get the reps, continue to get the experience just like everything else in my game and prove to everyone I can do it like I know I can." A familiar sight was also at training camp Tuesday. Jason Kelce was back with the offensive line, sharing wisdom and stories with Tyler Steen and Cam Jurgens during drills. "He's always welcomed here. He's part of us. He's part of our family," Eagles offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland said. "When he has time, I always tell him get over here, help us, help these young players out. They get tired of hearing me sometimes." "Jason, he knows what we're reaching. He knows what works best," Stoutland added. "To have a guy like that around and be able to talk to him — [center/guard] Drew Kendall, having a Jason Kelce, Hall of Famer, around to tap his brain. I told him if you let that guy out of here and you haven't asked him a dozen questions, you're crazy." Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio began his press conference Tuesday by honoring his favorite Phillies player, Hall of Fame slugger Dick Allen. Fangio oversaw the NFL's best defense in his first year as DC in 2024, helping the Birds dominate the Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX. This year, he's leading a young defense. Rookie linebacker Jihaad Campbell, who's on the practice field ahead of schedule, is impressing so far. "He's making good strides, and if he can keep making those strides, I think he will be what we hoped he would be," Fangio said. Second-year defensive back Cooper DeJean continued taking practice reps at cornerback and safety. "We haven't had a ton of base snaps up to this point. I'd like to see him get some more and get him tested," Fangio said. "I don't know if he's ever been truly tested yet with a hard play." For Hurts, each day of training camp is about outpacing the last. "It's not about maintaining a pace. It's about doing whatever it takes to win, and that's something that evolves from year to year," the Super Bowl LIX MVP said. "So, I'll continue to have that approach." Wide receiver DeVonta Smith missed his second straight day of practice with back tightness. Linebacker Zack Baun (lower back contusion) and EDGE rusher Nolan Smith Jr. (concussion) were also on the sidelines. The Eagles don't practice Wednesday, but the team will hold a walkthrough. The Birds' first preseason game is Aug. 7 against the Bengals at Lincoln Financial Field.
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Browns coach Kevin Stefanski says Kenny Pickett still in QB race despite injury
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Kevin Stefanski still expects Kenny Pickett to be a candidate for the Cleveland Browns starting quarterback job despite being sidelined with a hamstring injury. Stefanski said before Monday's practice that the process of determining who starts the Sept. 7 opener against the Cincinnati Bengals isn't confined to the five weeks of training camp and the three preseason games. 'The evaluation on these guys is all encompassing. It goes back through the spring. It goes to what they've put on tape already as football players,' Stefanski said. "I know he wants to be out there, but he's still very much involved.' Stefanski did not give a timeline on when Pickett might return, but said he would be evaluated on Thursday, when practice isn't scheduled. The injury occurred on Saturday during a drill late in practice. The injury could not have come at a worse time for Pickett, who was getting more comfortable with the offense and had his best practice on Saturday. 'He did use his mobility a couple times there and is a fast player. He can really run. So, we'll make sure that he heals up nice and fast and then get him back out there. But I thought he had a good four days,' Stefanski said. Pickett — acquired in a trade from Philadelphia in March — and Joe Flacco received most of the snaps with the first team during the first four days of practice. Dillon Gabriel got some first-team reps while Shedeur Sanders just began getting some second-team work Friday and Saturday. Stefanski said Flacco will get the majority of the snaps that would have gone to Pickett. ___ AP NFL: The Associated Press
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Report: Bengals, DE Trey Hendrickson make progress, 'not close' on guarantees
July 28 - One holdout defensive end is under contract, but there is still ground to gain in negotiations between the Cincinnati Bengals and Trey Hendrickson. Hendrickson, the NFL leader in sacks last season with 17.5, is training in Florida while Cincinnati gets ready for the regular season. The Bengals have made progress toward an agreement with the 30-year-old, but ESPN reported Monday the hangup over the amount of guaranteed money in the deal is significant. NFL reporter Adam Schefter said during an interview on "The Pat McAfee Show" on Monday the two sides are OK with the length and total amount in the new contract. But he said there is between "$6 million and $10 million" difference in what the Bengals are offering in guarantees and what Hendrickson wants. The Bengals finally had a breakthrough with first-round pick Shemar Stewart, their 2025 first-round pick who had been a holdout over contract language. Hendrickson is subject to daily fines of $50,000 for missing training camp. A four-time Pro Bowl selection, Hendrickson has been seeking a long-term deal since last year and said in the offseason he was open to a trade if it meant being paid what he believes to be his true value. At issue is Hendrickson's $15.8 million salary in 2025, the last season on a four-year, $60 million contract he signed in 2021. The highest-paid pass rushers in the NFL are all making at least $34 million per season, with Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons also in line for a massive payday. Hendrickson has indicated he won't play without a bump in pay. "When there's a lack of communication in any relationship, where it's a business or personal relationship, lack of communication leads to animosity, and that leaves my narrative only to me with no clear direction," Hendrickson said May 13 when asked about whether he wants to remain with the Bengals. --Field Level Media
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Chad 'Ochocinco' Johnson says he convinced Madden NFL 26 Ja'Marr Chase was 99 Club-worthy
The Cincinnati Bengals shared a video in which former receiver Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson takes credit for current receiver Ja'Marr Chase's 99 rating in Madden 26 after Chase won the first receiving triple crown in Bengals' history. "I think I caught my rating, and I called Chad right away and I told him this is the wrong rating," Chase says in the video. "It wasn't 99. I dunno, call Chad. 1-800-CALL-CHAD." "Yo Uno, what's up boy?" Johnson responds in the video. "So listen remember I said you weren't a 99, and I said I'd bump you up after your first touchdown? Listen, about that. I had to play it cool, baby. You know I can't let you get too comfortable out the gate. But the people upstairs at Madden - I went up there and talked to them, right? They've been watching you. I've been watching you. You hear me? We saw what you did last year. Triple Crown, 1,700+ yards, 17 touchdowns, 127 receptions. We all know what you can do. So I'm hear to tell you you're already there. You've arrived. The 99 club. Right now. My boy, welcome to greatness." Ja'Marr Chase is the first Bengals player to join the Madden 99 club The video shows Chase's reaction as he sits among his teammates. "Yes, sir! Bout time, huh?" he exclaims, just before receiving a necklace with a large "99" pendant that Chase vowed to wear during games. In another video shared by the Bengals, Joe Burrow reacts to Chase informing him that he earned a 99 overall rating before the star quarterback did. Ochocinco wore Chase's jersey to his Bengals Ring of Honor induction ceremony in 2023. Introducing the Madden NFL 26 99 club members Also from the Bengals via Twitter/X: Joining Chase in the Madden 99 club were the Philadelphia Eagles' Saquon Barkley and Lane Johnson, the Buffalo Bills' Josh Allen, the Baltimore Ravens' Lamar Jackson, the Minnesota Vikings' Justin Jefferson and the Cleveland Browns' Myles Garrett. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Ja'Marr Chase Madden NFL 26 99 Club: Ex-Bengal Chad Ochocinco breaks
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Check out Bengals QB Joe Burrow's reaction to Ja'Marr Chase joining Madden NFL 26 99 club
Cincinnati Bengals receiver Ja'Marr Chase wanted to let teammate Joe Burrow know that Chase joined the prestigious Madden 99 club before the Bengals' star quarterback did. The Bengals shared video of Chase, who got a 99 overall rating in Madden NFL 26 to become the first Cincinnati player in the club, informing Burrow of his new status. "Hey, No. 9!" Chase says to Burrow in the video. "Hey! Hey! Hey! Come here. … Uh 99 overall. I beat you, so …" "Nice," Burrow responds with a big smile. "Cool, man." Chase laughs with delight. The video via Twitter/X: This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Joe Burrow reacts: Ja'Marr Chase is first Bengal in Madden 99 club
