15 Eagles on defense to watch in 2024 training camp

15 Eagles on defense to watch in 2024 training camp originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia

The Eagles will have a new defensive coordinator in Vic Fangio for the 2024 season and after a disastrous end to the 2023 campaign on defense, the Eagles will try to shore up that side of the ball this season.

We already took a look at 15 offensive players to watch in training camp.

Here are some players we’ll be watching closely on defense:

LB Zack Baun: It was a bit of a surprise to see Baun getting all of his work this spring at off-ball linebacker. Baun is a bit of a hybrid who can play off-ball but is also a situational edge rusher, a spot where he started to shine last year in New Orleans. Can he really win a starting linebacker job this summer? We’ll see.

DT Jalen Carter: After a promising rookie season, the Eagles will be relying on the No. 9 overall pick from the 2023 draft to take a big step in Year 2. Even as a rookie, Carter began to wow his teammates in training camp last year. He’s just so physically gifted that he can’t help but stand out in practice.

DT Jordan Davis: The other Georgia interior lineman was in much better shape this spring and that needs to continue. The nose tackle job is an important one in Fangio’s defense and hopefully we’ll start to get a sense of whether or not he can handle that responsibility in his third NFL season.

LB Nakobe Dean: The third-year veteran entered last season as the top linebacker on the team but then had an injury-plagued season. This year, he’ll have to fight to win a starting job. First, he’ll have to prove he’s completely over the injuries that derailed his 2023 season.

DB Cooper DeJean: The Eagles’ versatile second-round pick played both outside cornerback and nickel corner this spring. His best chance to see the field as a rookie will likely be inside but the Eagles won’t hesitate to use his versatility to their advantage. If he starts to make some plays, he’ll force his way into action…

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Publish date : 2024-07-16 11:00:00

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