Eagles rookie learned ‘tough’ lesson after getting hurt twice: Now he has to be ‘more professional’

Philadelphia — Eagles rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon returned to the practice field on Monday, marking his first time back since August 3. Lemon had suffered a hamstring injury during the initial week of training camp and later re-injured the same hamstring during spring practices. He participated in the team period, catching a few passes but failing to make a significant impact.

Lemon admitted that it may take him some time to regain his footing after missing numerous practices and expressed his desire to avoid another setback by being "more professional." "Definitely tough," Lemon told reporters at the Jefferson Health Training Complex. "I’m really competitive. I don’t ever want to be away from the game.

So knowing it’s a hamstring again, I’m making sure to take the right precautions. I’m learning from it so it doesn’t happen again." Lemon is collaborating with the team's training staff to improve his body care regimen. Over the past three weeks, he has been eager to return to practice. "Guys out there working," Lemon said. "You’re standing on the sidelines.

You’re like, ‘Damn, I wish I could be out there with them.'" Eagles offensive coordinator Sean Mannion believes Lemon has done well in learning the team's offense despite being injured. Mannion mentioned before Monday’s practice that Lemon has been "super engaged" in meetings and practices. Although Lemon has yet to show his full potential, he is confident in making a significant contribution in Week 1.