The Eagles' Struggle to Shine: Who's Left Standing?
As the Philadelphia Eagles continue to struggle with championship-caliber football, a question lingers in the minds of fans: is there anyone on the roster playing like a Pro Bowler? A closer look at individual performances reveals that some Eagles players are indeed making strong cases for recognition.
At the top of the list stands outside cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, who has dominated opposing quarterbacks with 14 passes defended, the most in the NFC. His impressive play is matched only by linebacker Zack Baun, who has racked up 96 tackles and three sacks this season, putting him on track to return to the Pro Bowl.
However, not all players are as fortunate. Wide receiver DeVonta Smith, despite being one of the top receivers in the NFL with 802 yards, still needs a few more touchdowns to make a strong case for Pro Bowl honors. Edge rusher Jaelan Phillips is a stud who consistently pressures quarterbacks, but his sack total remains modest at four.
On the other end of the spectrum is punter Braden Mann, whose season has been marked by inconsistent play and too many punts. He averages a respectable 50.1 yards per punt, but it's unclear if that will be enough to earn him Pro Bowl recognition.
As December approaches, some players are on the cusp of breaking out. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, despite being considered flawed, has quietly put together a respectable season with a top-10 fantasy point total. If he can finish strong, he might just play himself into Pro Bowl territory.
The tight end position also presents an interesting question: who's rising to the challenge? Dallas Goedert, who has struggled in recent weeks, needs to return to his early-season form if he wants to make a Pro Bowl case. Meanwhile, defensive tackle Moro Ojomo has emerged as a surprise standout, earning praise from PFF for his pass rush win rate.
As the Eagles continue their struggle to find consistency, some players are quietly putting together strong individual campaigns that could earn them recognition in the NFL's Pro Bowl game. Will these players be able to rise above the team's struggles and make a lasting impact on the season? Only time will tell.
As the Philadelphia Eagles continue to struggle with championship-caliber football, a question lingers in the minds of fans: is there anyone on the roster playing like a Pro Bowler? A closer look at individual performances reveals that some Eagles players are indeed making strong cases for recognition.
At the top of the list stands outside cornerback Quinyon Mitchell, who has dominated opposing quarterbacks with 14 passes defended, the most in the NFC. His impressive play is matched only by linebacker Zack Baun, who has racked up 96 tackles and three sacks this season, putting him on track to return to the Pro Bowl.
However, not all players are as fortunate. Wide receiver DeVonta Smith, despite being one of the top receivers in the NFL with 802 yards, still needs a few more touchdowns to make a strong case for Pro Bowl honors. Edge rusher Jaelan Phillips is a stud who consistently pressures quarterbacks, but his sack total remains modest at four.
On the other end of the spectrum is punter Braden Mann, whose season has been marked by inconsistent play and too many punts. He averages a respectable 50.1 yards per punt, but it's unclear if that will be enough to earn him Pro Bowl recognition.
As December approaches, some players are on the cusp of breaking out. Quarterback Jalen Hurts, despite being considered flawed, has quietly put together a respectable season with a top-10 fantasy point total. If he can finish strong, he might just play himself into Pro Bowl territory.
The tight end position also presents an interesting question: who's rising to the challenge? Dallas Goedert, who has struggled in recent weeks, needs to return to his early-season form if he wants to make a Pro Bowl case. Meanwhile, defensive tackle Moro Ojomo has emerged as a surprise standout, earning praise from PFF for his pass rush win rate.
As the Eagles continue their struggle to find consistency, some players are quietly putting together strong individual campaigns that could earn them recognition in the NFL's Pro Bowl game. Will these players be able to rise above the team's struggles and make a lasting impact on the season? Only time will tell.