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Eagles flag D-line scarcity, laud Carter trio; Elliott 6-of-7

7/31/2026

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Summary

Story summary

GM Howie Roseman said interior defensive linemen are scarce and the roster is incomplete as camp opens.
Roseman dismissed off-field concerns about Jalen Carter while praising the interior line trio of Carter, Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo as a league strength.
Jake Elliott made six of seven field-goal attempts in camp, converting kicks from 33 to 46 yards.

History

Historical Context

In 2000, the Baltimore Ravens assembled an interior defensive line—signing Sam Adams and Tony Siragusa—and set an NFL record by allowing only 165 points and forcing 49 turnovers, leading to Super Bowl XXXV. That model spurred a league focus on interior linemen, now reflected in the Philadelphia Eagles’ trio of Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo, lauded by GM Howie Roseman.

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Story summary

GM Howie Roseman said interior defensive linemen are scarce and the roster is incomplete as camp opens.
Roseman dismissed off-field concerns about Jalen Carter while praising the interior line trio of Carter, Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo as a league strength.
Jake Elliott made six of seven field-goal attempts in camp, converting kicks from 33 to 46 yards.

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