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Eagles First-Team Scrimmage Highlights and Early Takeaways (August 8)
8/9/2026, 1:02:28 PM
Scrimmage Overview
On Saturday, August 8, the Philadelphia Eagles opened practice at the Jefferson Health Training Complex with a two-hour, first-team offense-versus-defense scrimmage. The team shifted the start time by about 30 minutes to avoid the hottest part of the afternoon, though players still reported a “sweaty slugfest.” The drill featured multiple red-zone and two-minute-game scenarios, including a decisive eight-point, 46-second drive that ended with a touchdown pass from Jalen Hurts to tight end Dallas Goedert after Hurts escaped pressure from defensive end Moro Ojomo.
Notable Performances
- Saquon Barkley (RB) – The official recap highlighted Barkley’s three-yard touchdown run after a handoff from Hurts, noting his ability to find seams despite the stout interior defensive line anchored by Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis.
- Willie Lampkin (OG/C) – Commentary from *phillyvoice* praised Lampkin’s one-on-one success against defensive tackle Gabe Young and his versatility in rotating to right guard.
- Elijah Moore (WR) – The Eagles’ summary recorded a successful conversion where Hurts hit Moore on an in-route after the offensive line held.
- Carson Steele (RB, third-year) – A highlight reel showed Steele catching a pass on the six-yard line and sprinting five yards for a touchdown despite defensive pressure.
Areas of Concern
- Pass-catching drops – *phillyvoice* identified three critical drops: rookie tight end Eli Stowers, wide receiver Elijah Moore, and wide receiver Hollywood Brown.
- Ball security – Running back Tank Bigsby fumbled a handoff before recovering the ball, and rookie defensive end Nolan Smith Jr. struggled against Jordan Mailata, indicating early adjustment needs for the defensive front.
- Injuries – The August 8 injury report listed several players who did not practice, including wide receivers Britain Covey, Danny Grey, Makai Lemon, DeVonta Smith, and defensive players Keyshawn James-Newby, Jonathan Greenard, and safety Cole Wisniewski; linebacker Chance Campbell participated with limited activity.
Early Implications
Coaches appear to be testing red-zone efficiency and two-minute offense execution, with mixed results. Strong individual showings from Barkley and Lampkin suggest depth on both sides of the ball, while the noted drops and fumbles point to consistency issues that could affect early-season performance. The injury list, though limited, removes several skill-position players from practice, potentially influencing depth chart decisions as the preseason progresses.
