Philly Leader

The first thing noticed on the field Tuesday was that the offense sported white jerseys, while the defense wore midnight green. Tuesday's practice lasted about 1 hour and 48 minutes, with a focus on the four-minute drill.

### Tuesday's Practice Highlights

A.J. Brown made a one-handed turnaround catch during the one-on-one period. Quinyon Mitchell went stride-for-stride with Brown before ultimately forcing an incompletion on a downfield pass during drills. Jalen Carter broke into the backfield to stop Saquon Barkley for a loss of yards in 11-on-11 play. DeVonta Smith made an impressive turnaround catch in the end zone for a 30+ yard touchdown on a solid throw from Jalen Hurts. Hurts threw a rope to Brown for a big gain in what was arguably his best throw of the day during a situational period. Brandon Graham got through the line and picked up a "sack" on Hurts. Jalyx Hunt flew into the backfield to grab a "sack" against the second team, getting right by the offensive line. Will Shipley showed off his speed with a big burst up the sideline on a carry. Nolan Smith had good coverage near the red zone on an overthrown ball out of bounds.

While the offense had highlight plays, overall, the defense continued to ramp up pressure and get into the backfield across the board.

### Injury Report

Did Not Practice:

- OL Matt Hennessy – Back

- TE Albert Okwuegnunam – Abdomen

- WR John Ross – Concussion

- G Tyler Steen – Ankle

- S Caden Sterns – Knee

- WR Johnny Wilson – Concussion

The defense has been increasing pressure more and more, sending different blitz packages as Training Camp nears its end, making it difficult for the offense to feel fully comfortable. Offensive Coordinator Kellen Moore discussed how they have handled this pressure during his press conference.

"That's the beauty of Training Camp is you get different types of installs throughout the whole month, and we got some great work the last few days just from a pressure standpoint," Moore said. "(Defensive Coordinator) Vic (Fangio), obviously in his installation process, is going through that, and so it's great stuff because it requires all 11 to be on the same page, all 11 communicating, taking care of business."

Moore emphasized that while he and Fangio do not confer on their play installations during practice, they still communicate throughout.

"Vic's been awesome," Moore said. "It's always fun to have conversations with the other side of football and see it from their perspective... Just a really good group of guys that you get to collaborate with."

Led by A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith, competition within the receiving room has been intense throughout camp.

"I think it's been an awesome battle for this receiver room," Moore stated. "Obviously, A.J. and DeVonta have done an excellent job... They bring different pieces to this offense."

Britain Covey is noted for his speed, versatility, and field vision from his return game experience but aims to show he can contribute as a receiver too.

Covey remarked: "Option routes are either the riskiest play in playbook or highest-completion-percentage play... That's why Smitty (DeVonta Smith) is so good at them... When you combine that with ability to get separation... I know I feel so confident I could do it."

Isaiah Rodgers appreciates practicing against players like Brown and Smith daily.

"Very valuable," Rodgers said. "I said it before, best two (receivers) in league... definitely prepare all of us in room for entire season."

Safety Reed Blankenship added: "We're fortunate enough to go against one of best offenses in league... competing is what we talk about all time."

– Liam Wichser