Offense vs. defense: Why one group is ahead of the other | 2026 Training Camp
About this episode
The episode discusses the performance of the Eagles during training camp, focusing on Jalen Hurts and the potential of the defense.
The Eagles are grinding their way through the second week of training camp. Some parts of the team have looked good, others remain very much a work in progress. The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane and Jeff Neiburg assess quarterback Jalen Hurts’ play, how some of his targets are faring, and why, regardless of how the offense is coming together, the defense could be elite enough to help the Eagles contend for another title. 00:00 Jalen Hurts’ so-so start to training camp in Sean Mannion’s new offense 14:51 The importance of and questions about the offensive line 26:20 Why this defense could be good enough to position the Eagles for Super Bowl contention unCovering the Birds is a production of The Philadelphia Inquirer and KYW Newsradio Original Podcasts. Look for new episodes throughout the season. We're always looking for mailbag questions! Hit Jeff up on his socials, or drop a question in the comments. Jeff could answer it in a future episode!
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