PHLY Philadelphia Eagles Podcast Revisiting our bold Eagles predictions: The Year of A.J. Brown? Kind of!
Oct 29, 2025
Brandon Graham, a veteran defensive end for the Philadelphia Eagles, and Cooper DeJean, a rising defensive back, share their insights on the team's recent 38-20 victory over the Giants. They discuss the defense's growth, the energy Graham brings to practice, and how his mentorship influences younger players. They also revisit preseason predictions, particularly the Year of A.J. Brown and the potential impact of several players. The chemistry between the guests and their candid anecdotes add a lighthearted touch to the discussion.
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Versatility Can Cost Valuable Reps
- Vic Fangio values versatility but reps matter and can penalize a multi-role player like Jahad Campbell.
- Coaches' comments that something is a "good problem to have" often mask real role conflicts and lost reps.
Under-Center Work Boosted Play-Action
- Kevin Patullo and Jalen Hurts embraced more under-center work, which improved play-action and the run game.
- Jalen's willingness to expand his toolset shows continual reinvention after setbacks.
Cooper DeJean's Value Is Positional Flexibility
- Vic Fangio and coaches value Cooper DeJean's positional flexibility and physicality close to the action.
- Moving DeJean outside could reduce his overall impact because his versatility is central to the defense.