James Simone
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BREAKING: #Eagles Rookie CB Cooper DeJean is starting at the Nickel position over Avonte Maddox this Sunday, Jeremy Fowler confirmed.
Titans Receive: 2022 1st Round Pick 2022, 3rd Round pick #Eagles receive: Arthur Juan Brown. Who won?
I wouldn’t be shocked if Nick Castellanos is dealt to the Royals. #Phillies
BREAKING: #Eagles are signing free agent DE Ogbo Okoronkwo to a one-year deal.
The #Eagles are expected to sign UFL defensive tackle Jacob Sykes today, per @ByMikeMitchell. Sykes started with the Seahawks in 2023 before being signed by the San Antonio Brahmas in 2024, and now plans to join the Super Bowl champion Eagles.
BREAKING: The #Eagles and S Andrew Mukuba have agreed to terms on a rookie contract.
Fascinating read by one of the best in the biz. The thought process of being undrafted, and now having the opportunity to be on the NFL’s best team.
Despite battling a torn quad, ShunDerrick Powell ran a 4.40 in the 40-yard dash and posted a 40” vertical jump at his pro day. Here’s more on the Eagles rookie RB and his journey to the NFL: thephillyspecialshow.com/blog-posts/hea…
PHI Eagles: J.Hurts 1 yd. run (J.Elliott kick) DAL 0, PHI 7
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BREAKING: Nine-time NBA All-Star Damian Lillard is finalizing a three-year, $42 million contract to return to the Portland Trail Blazers, sources tell ESPN. Deal is expected to include a player option in 2027-28 and a no-trade clause. A storybook reunion home for the 35-year-old.
The Eagles are saddened to learn of the passing of Bryan Braman
Saquon Barkley won “Best Play” and the Eagles won “Best Team” at the 2025 ESPYS. 👀 Not a bad night for the City of Brotherly Love.
Saquon Barkley has won the Best Play of The Year with his backwards hurdle 🔥 @ESPYS @saquon
#Eagles LB Josh Uche is wearing #0, last worn by Bryce Huff, and LB Azeez Ojulari is taking Uche’s #13.
I’m getting fairly concerned that #Eagles WR DeVonta Smith has been left off of the NFL Top 100 list. I hope my concerns are irrational.
Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George underwent a successful arthroscopic procedure on his left knee Monday to treat an injury suffered during a recent workout, a team official tells ESPN. George will now begin a rehab program and be re-evaluated prior to start of training camp.
Phillies first-round pick in the 2025 MLB Draft:
A NO-HITTER AND MCWS-RECORD 19 STRIKEOUTS FOR GAGE WOOD! What a performance for the Arkansas pitcher 🔥
This is a Cristopher Sanchez appreciation post. That is all.
This is the worst thing I’ve seen man. The #Sixers should have traded 3-4
The Houston Rockets are trading Cam Whitmore to the Washington Wizards for two second-round picks, sources tell ESPN. The deal gives Whitmore a tremendous opportunity for an increased role as he turns 21 on Tuesday and returns to the DMV area.
🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 I hope everyone has a safe holiday and enjoys a fun weekend with their friends and families.