Three Things from Eagles training camp: DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon take steps toward return ahead of Patriots joint practices
Before heading up the interstate for Foxboro, Massachusetts, the Eagles held a quick practice to knock off the rust for Day 12 of training camp. Here are three quick notes...
Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith and rookie Makai Lemon have taken encouraging steps towards returning from their respective hamstring injuries ahead of the Patriots joint practices. During Day 12 of training camp, Smith participated in limited individual drills and rehab work, while Lemon ramped up his rehab with sprints on a side field and joined the receivers for the final individual drill of the day.
However, it is unlikely that either player will take competitive reps in the coming days. Additionally, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts threw an interception during team drills, highlighting the struggles of the starting offense. The team's offensive coordinator, Nick Sirianni, may feel the impact of Hurts' growing interception tally as they continue to implement a new offensive scheme.
As for the running back position, Carson Steele took a few carries for the starting offense in place of injured starter Tank Bigsby, who is sidelined with a toe injury. While Bigsby is expected to have a limited role, his limited workload could indicate the team's strategy for Barkley's potential split in carries.
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