Eagles wrap up training camp with light practice and injury updates
Philadelphia held its final preseason practice without pads, noting several players on the injury report and limited participation, while quarterback Jalen Hurts and backups saw mixed performance.
Philadelphia held its seventeenth and final training-camp practice on Wednesday at the Jefferson Health Training Complex. The session was conducted without pads and featured a lighter drill schedule.
The team’s injury report listed tight end Eli Stowers (hamstring), offensive tackle Markel Bell (thumb/leg), tight end Grant Calcaterra (back), cornerback Jakorian Bennett (knee) and safety Cole Wisniewski (concussion) as unavailable. Cornerback Jonathan Jones returned with limited participation after missing most of camp. Offensive guard Landon Dickerson was cleared to practice after missing Tuesday night, though observers noted he appeared slower than usual. Cornerback Mac McWilliams moved from limited to full participation, and several linemen who were injured on Tuesday were not listed on Wednesday’s report.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts completed a mix of short throws and longer attempts in 7-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills, including a touchdown pass to DeVonta Smith but also several broken-up passes. Backup quarterbacks Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton each recorded short-range completions and a touchdown pass during the session.
The practice also featured special-teams work, with a simulated 60-yard field-goal attempt that turned into a punt to a designated returner. Wide receiver Jalyx Hunt recorded a tackle for loss, while other players such as Cam Latu and Darius Cooper had miscues.
The Eagles’ final draft pick, Keyshawn James-Newby, saw limited action but was involved in a strip-sack play. The team’s preparation appeared aimed at integrating quarterback Jalen Hurts and evaluating backup options ahead of the season opener against the Cincinnati Bengals.