Philadelphia Eagles
· 2026-06-26
The Philadelphia Eagles are gearing up for the new season with a 6-11 record and a L6 streak, standing 12th in the American Football Conference.
The Eagles lost several key players on the defensive side, including Nakobe Dean, which will be a significant challenge to overcome.
Zack Baun, a first-time captain in 2025, credits his success to Dean and acknowledges that players need to step up in his absence.
The team's defense will be crucial in determining their success, and with new faces like Jonathan Greenard, they will need to adapt quickly.
Baun praises defensive coordinator Vic Fangio, saying he's taking things to the next level this year.
The Eagles will face the Washington Commanders on September 13, 2026, and will need to find a way to replace Dean's leadership on and off the field.
Baun mentions that players like Jordan Davis, Cooper DeJean, and Quinyon Mitchell can take ownership of leadership in the locker room.
The Eagles have a lot to be excited about, but they will need to figure out who can step up in Dean's absence to be leaders.
Baun is happy to see Dean succeed wherever he is and thanks him from the bottom of his heart.
The team's ability to win will depend on their defense, and with Fangio at the helm, they have a chance to be in the mix for a Super Bowl.