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Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
Eagles Former Rookie Not Getting Ahead of Himself in Sophomore Campaign
Eagles Former Rookie Not Getting Ahead of Himself in Sophomore Campaign originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Few rookie draft classes in NFL history have ever had the kind of success that the Philadelphia Eagles saw with their 2024 group. Advertisement Quinyon Mitchell finished second in the Defensive Rookie of the Year vote, Jalyx Hunt provided quality depth in key moments later in the season, and even Will Shipley saw some solid playing time. If we're discussing impact, though, no rookie solved a bigger piece to Philadelphia's piece to the puzzle than second-round corner Cooper DeJean. The Iowa product missed the first four games of the season with a hamstring injury, but entered the year in Week 5. Following his arrival into the starting lineup, the Eagles became the best defense in football almost overnight. DeJean quickly became a household name. His pick-six in Super Bowl LIX was a turning point in the game and showed just how impactful he had been. Advertisement Despite that previous success, DeJean knows he has plenty to do to continue to show he can be an elite player. 'I don't think, whether I've become more popular in the city or whatever, I don't think that's changed who I am as a person,' said DeJean. 'I'm still continuing to work, and to try and be the best I can be at my job. There are a lot of things I can get better at coming off of last season, that I can be ready for this season." DeJean's understanding shows that the Eagles have players who are never satisfied with where they currently are. It's a big reason why they remain as one of the top contenders moving forward in the 2025 season and beyond. Advertisement Related: Eagles Heavy Favorite To Snap Strange Sports Streak Related: Eagles A.J. Brown Makes Hilarious Admission After Viral Rollercoaster Experience This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on May 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
USA Today
29-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Eagles CB Quinyon Mitchell hints at potentially traveling with opposing team's best WR
Eagles CB Quinyon Mitchell hints at potentially traveling with opposing team's best WR Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell could begin traveling with the opposing team's best wide receiver after stating he's been getting his feet wet at both outside cornerback positions. Quinyon Mitchell was a finalist for the NFL's Defensive Rookie of the Year award. After watching Philadelphia lose Darius Slay (Steelers), James Bradberry (free agent), Avonte Maddox (Lions), and Isaiah Rodgers (Vikings) in free agency, he's the best player at a very crucial position. During day two of Eagles' OTAs, both Mitchell and Cooper DeJean spent time outside of their comfort zones, with DeJean playing several different positions, and Mitchell getting his feet wet with the left cornerback spot. In 2024, Slay stayed left and Mitchell stayed on the right. Now one of the best young cornerbacks in the NFL, Mitchell hinted at potentially traveling with the opposing team's best wide receiver. On defense last year, Mitchell helped lead the charge with 46 tackles and 12 passes defended in 16 games. Last season, Mitchell tied for sixth in the league with a 79.2 coverage grade, recording 10 pass breakups and two interceptions, while ranking fifth in man coverage grade at 82.2 — one spot ahead of Cooper DeJean — and added a strong 77.4 grade in zone coverage. According to PFF, Mitchell was one of just three qualified cornerbacks, along with DeJean and Christian Benford, to post at least a 75.0 in both categories last season. Mitchell ranked 3rd among NFL CBs with 16 forced incompletions, trailing only Zyon McCollum (17) and Denzel Ward (17). He was 3rd among CBs in yards allowed per coverage snap (0.8) behind Pat Surtain (0.6) and Derek Stingley (0.7) (min. 600 coverage snaps).
USA Today
13-05-2025
- Sport
- USA Today
Eagles land two on a list of players who could earn a top spot in NFL positional rankings
Eagles land two on a list of players who could earn a top spot in NFL positional rankings Philadelphia's two defensive studs Quinyon Mitchell and Jalen Carter made a PFF list of players who could be the best at their position in 2025 Philadelphia has the best defense in the NFL, and two young stud defenders played major roles in the Eagles' dominance of Kansas City in Super Bowl 59. PFF recently examined which NFL players could leapfrog to the top of positional rankings in 2025. Two Eagles players made the list, with Jalen Carter arguably already being the king of his hill. DI Jalen Carter, Philadelphia Eagles What PFF said: Carter is already one of the NFL's most dynamic interior pass rushers. Over the past two seasons, he ranks fourth in pass-rush grade and has posted an impressive 14.5% pass-rush win rate. His shortcomings as a run defender are the only thing keeping him from sitting atop the defensive tackle rankings. His 55.8 run-defense grade in 2024 placed him outside the top 60 at the position. CB Quinyon Mitchell, Philadelphia Eagles What PFF said: While his teammate Cooper DeJean finished 2024 as the highest-graded cornerback in the NFL, Quinyon Mitchell's development will be just as exciting to watch in Philadelphia this season. Mitchell tied for sixth in the league with a 79.2 coverage grade, recording 10 pass breakups and two interceptions. What sets Mitchell apart is his versatility. He ranked fifth in man coverage grade at 82.2 — one spot ahead of DeJean — and added a strong 77.4 grade in zone coverage. That made him one of just three qualified cornerbacks, along with DeJean and Christian Benford, to post at least a 75.0 in both categories last season. Opposing offenses are now well aware of DeJean's ability, but targeting Mitchell as an alternative could prove to be a costly mistake. In his second NFL season, Carter earned All-Pro honors after logging 42 tackles, 12 for loss, 4.5 sacks, 61 combined QB hits and pressures, five pass deflections, and two forced fumbles. Carter has performed at a high level despite playing 84 percent of the defensive snaps, up from 48 percent as a rookie. Mitchell ranked 3rd among NFL CBs with 16 forced incompletions, trailing only Zyon McCollum (17) and Denzel Ward (17). He was 3rd among CBs in yards allowed per coverage snap (0.8) behind Pat Surtain (0.6) and Derek Stingley (0.7) (min. 600 coverage snaps).
NBC Sports
02-05-2025
- Sport
- NBC Sports
Eagles add nine undrafted free agents
The Eagles drafted cornerback Quinyon Mitchell in the first round of the 2024 draft and they announced the signing of one of his former college teammates on Friday. Defensive back Maxen Hook was one of nine undrafted rookies to sign with the team. He made three All-MAC teams at Toledo while compiling 356 tackles, seven interceptions, and 22 passes defended in 52 games for the Rockets. The Eagles also signed linebacker Lance Dixon from Toledo, but he and Mitchell didn't cross paths. Dixon transferred from West Virginina before the 20245 season and had 46 tackles and two forced fumbles. Tarleton State wide receiver Darius Cooper, Oregon defensive back Brandon Johnson, Florida running back Montrell Johnson, Texas A&M defensive back BJ Mayes, Wake Forest wide receiver Taylor Morin, Rutgers offensive lineman Hollin Pierce, and Central Arkansas Shunderrick Powell also signed with the Super Bowl champs.
CBS News
25-04-2025
- Sport
- CBS News
Eagles draft tracker for Philadelphia's 2025 picks
Breaking down the Eagles' offseason with EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer Breaking down the Eagles' offseason with EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer Breaking down the Eagles' offseason with EJ Smith of The Philadelphia Inquirer The 2025 NFL draft is underway as the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles will look to restock their roster and compete for a third Lombardi Trophy. The Eagles entered the draft needing help at several positions, including on the defensive line and safety, after a busy offseason. Despite the offseason departures, they still have one of the best rosters in the NFL. Track Philadelphia's 2025 NFL draft picks below. What happened the last time the Eagles had the 32nd overall pick? The Eagles had the 32nd overall pick in the 2018 NFL draft after they won their first Super Bowl over the New England Patriots. The Birds ended up dealing that pick in a trade with the Baltimore Ravens, who selected eventual two-time NFL MVP Lamar Jackson. What positions do Eagles need to draft in 2025? Here are the Eagles' main positions of need in the 2025 NFL draft: Right guard Tight end Defensive line Linebacker Safety What time are the Eagles picking in the first round? Each team has 10 minutes to make a pick in the first round. The Eagles' pick could be announced around 11:50 p.m. Last year, the Carolina Panthers had the No. 32 overall pick and made their pick at 11:51 p.m. What are the Eagles' draft picks for 2025? The Birds entered the 2025 NFL draft with eight overall selections, including three in the top 100 and four in the fifth round on Day 3 of the draft. Round 1: 32nd overall 32nd overall Round 2: 64th overall 64th overall Round 3: 96th overall 96th overall Round 4: 134th overall 134th overall Round 5: 161st overall (from the Houston Texans) 161st overall (from the Houston Texans) Round 5: 164th overall (from the Detroit Lions) 164th overall (from the Detroit Lions) Round 5: 165th overall (from the Washington Commanders) 165th overall (from the Washington Commanders) Round 5: 168th overall What was the Eagles' draft grade for 2024? The Eagles came out of the 2024 NFL draft with nine players, including Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, and both cornerbacks were Defensive Rookie of the Year finalists, playing key roles on the team's No. 1-ranked defense. CBS Sports Senior NFL Columnist Pete Prisco gave the Birds' draft last year a B+. "Rather than panicking and trading up, they stayed put and landed the top cover corner in the draft in Quinyon Mitchell in the first round," he wrote. "It was a gamble that paid off." Here's the Eagles' 2024 draft class: 22nd overall: Mitchell 40th overall: DeJean 94th overall: DE Jalyx Hunt 127th overall: RB Will Shipley 152nd overall: WR Ainias Smith 155th overall: LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. 172nd overall: OL Trevor Keegan 185th overall: WR Johnny Wilson 190th overall: OL Dylan McMahon
