Eagles' Trotter & Mondon: Ready to Shine

0:00It's April 9th. Welcome to NFL News today, powered by AI and ready for kickoff. Philadelphia Eagles fans keep an eye on two young linebackers ready to step up. Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Smail Mundon could see real playing time after Nicobie Dean left in free agency. The team has G-Hod Campbell lined up to start, but he's out for key off-season work. Campbell had shoulder surgery, so he's missing those vital spring and summer practices where roles get locked in. That opens the door, wider for Trotter and Mundon to grab extra reps and build trust with the coaches. Trotter's heading into his third season, where he's shown sharp instincts and toughness in limited snaps, plus he's a beast on special teams. Mundon brings speed and range that match moderate defenses, and he's also shining on those units. Neither one's been gifted a spot yet. With Campbell's sideline until maybe before the 20-26 season kicks off, every practice and pre-season snap counts big time. These guys have been grinding, and now's their shot to prove they belong.

1:02By the time everyone's healthy, the Eagles might not just have solid depth at linebacker, they could have legit starters locked in, making that unit even tougher.