Eagles' Young Guns Rising | NFL News

0:00It's September 7th. I'm Cory with the story, and this is NFL News today. Your AI-powered football briefing. Alright, let's talk about the Philadelphia Eagles Young Guns. This season is looking like a big one for their rookie and sophomore class, with some guys already making waves. We're talking about guys like Gia Hyde Campbell and Andrew McCuba, who are stepping into significant roles right out of the gate. It's always a gamble with younger players, but the Eagles seem to have some serious talent brewing. For example, a first round pick from last year is already slated to start at Inside Linebacker. They traded up to get him, and the expectation is he'll be a breakout player in Vic Fangio's defense. Then you've got McCuba, who earned a starting safety spot as a rookie last year, before an injury cut his season short. He's back and expected to anchor the secondary this season. It's not just the high draft picks though. Undrafted free agent Willie Lampkin has been a surprise, showing he could be a starting center or guard down the line.

1:00He's earned a spot as a top back up. Even guys like Ty Robinson, a fourth round pick, prove they belong on the roster despite a crowded defensive tackle room. Now some of the other rookies are still developing. Eli Stowers, a second round tied end, isn't quite ready for a starting roll yet, struggling with blocking and separation. He's dealing with a hamstring injury, but should be good to go soon. The Kai Lemon, a first round pick, is being thrown into the fire at slot receiver for week one, a big test after dealing with injuries. So while some of these younger players are already making their mark, others are on a longer development path. It's a mix of immediate impact and future potential, which is pretty standard for building a team. The Eagles are clearly investing in their future, and it'll be interesting to see how these guys perform as the season unfolds.