A lot of great things happened in the 20 days of on-field practice (including walk-throughs) and the Eagles recognize those things: Tyler Steen asserted himself as the starter at the right guard position, depth emerged at wide receiver, the running back room is loaded, the front seven on defense is brimming with talent, the Rookie Class looks like it might contribute significantly, and some second-year players (running back Will Shipley, linebacker Jeremiah Trotter, Jr., edge player Jalyx Hunt) have taken that big step, and young quarterback Tanner McKee has fit in nicely behind Hurts. On the coaching side, Kevin Patullo looks comfortable and capable in his new role of offensive coordinator and playcaller.
The Eagles, in short, emerge from Training Camp excited about where they are, and are also very aware that the overall purpose is to find the best 53 players plus a practice squad for the 2025 season. A lot of work remains between now and Tuesday at 4 PM when the rosters must be down to 53.
"My process has evolved on what I expect from Training Camp," Hurts said. "I think, over the years, it's become more and more about winning and I know that is a very broad thing and it takes everyone. It takes truly everyone. When it comes to having a new offensive playcaller and new offensive coordinator, you take all of those things into consideration. When you're filling in voids at any position, you take all of those things into consideration, and when you are trying to build a new identity or establish something new, you take all of those things into consideration."