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DeVonta Smith taking control of Eagles' new-look receiver room
DeVonta Smith is the Eagles' unquestioned WR1 going into 2026 and has been taking control of the new-look receiver room
DeVonta Smith
WR · PHI · 27 yrs · exp 5 · Alabama
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5,597
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#42
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#16
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Latest: Sep 7, 2026 · 5,597
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The Eagles will need a receiver to step up in 2026
DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon lead an Eagles receiver room with lots of question marks
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Eagles have seven captains, with none from special teams
Like last year, the Eagles have five offensive captains. Like last year, the Eagles have two defensive captains. Unlike last year, the Eagles have no special-teams captains. The Eagles announced their seven 2026 captains on Friday: quarterback Jalen Hurts, running back Saquon Barkley, receiver DeVonta Smith, tackle Lane Johnson, tackle Jordan Mailata, linebacker Zack Baun, and defensive tackle Jordan Davis. Smith replaces receiver A.J. Brown, and Davis replaces safety Reed Blankenship. No one replaces kicker Jake Elliott, who wore a ‘C’ in 2025. Davis is the only first-time captain. Hurts has won the distinction for a fifth straight year. Most teams have at least one special-teams captain. Some teams prefer not to potentially distract a kicker’s pregame ritual with any additional responsibilities that come from being a game-day captain
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Stephen Jones: It will be "real difficult" to keep both George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb long term
Not even a month ago, Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones called it “ realistic ” for the team to think it can keep CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens long term. This week, Jones admitted keeping both wide receivers beyond 2026 will be challenging. “I don’t know of any teams that really can pay two top receivers top of the market, so that’s gonna be a real difficult situation as we move forward,” Jones told the DLLS Cowboys podcast. “We’ve managed to figure out how we can do it for this year. If everything works out the way we think it is, [in] which CeeDee and George both have huge years again, then it’ll be a bigger challenge next year.” Before the 2024 season, Lamb signed a four-year, $136 million extension. His $34 million annual average ranks sixth at the position. Pickens will play this season under the one-year, $27.3 million franchise tag. He is coming off a career year when he made 93 catches for 1,429 yards and nine touchdowns. “George is really wanting to put back-to-back years on top of one another, so it’ll help his market,” Jones said. “And certainly, I know at some point -- as does every player in this league -- will want to be rewarded with a long-term contract. So that certainly puts pressure on us to have a unique situation there at wide receiver.” The Bengals managed to pay Ja’Marr Chase (four-year, $161 million extension signed in 2025) and Tee Higgins (four-year, $115 million extension signed in 2025), and the Eagles paid A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith before trading Brown this offseason. But Pickens will want — and will deserve — more than Higgins or Smith if he has another year like last year. The Cowboys hope they face that problem in the offseason, because that will mean Lamb and Pickens both had solid seasons again. “[Cowboys defensive coordinator] Christian Parker will tell you, who went against us twice a year, what a challenge that it was for the Eagles when they played us, and he was on the defensive side of the ball trying to defend Dak [Prescott] and those two receivers,” Jones said
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Michael Wilson to sign massive extension: Why Cards made him one of NFL's top-paid No. 2 WRs
Michael Wilson has parlayed his breakout 2025 season into a life-altering contract extension. On Thursday, Wilson came to terms on a three-year, $75 million extension, according to ESPN . The deal has a maximum value of $78 million and includes $47 million guaranteed. A 2023 third-round pick, the 26-year-old Wilson was entering the final year of his rookie contract this season. Instead of entering a contract year, Wilson has now become one of the NFL's highest-paid No. 2 receivers. He is now tied with DeVonta Smith as the 21st highest-paid receiver in terms of average annual salary. Tee Higgins and George Pickens are the only No. 2 receivers who make more in terms of average annual salary. Wilson's contract extension comes after a 2025 season that saw him set career-highs in receptions (78), receiving yards (1,006) and touchdown receptions (7). Making Wilson's success even more impressive is the fact that he was often the primary focus of opposing defenses. The Cardinals ' decision to pay Wilson now was the right move for several reasons. Wilson's stock rose following his 2025 season, and there was a good chance it would rise again if he was able to duplicate or exceed last year's numbers this season. Instead of paying more or potentially losing him in free agency, the Cardinals chose to take care of Wilson now while keeping him under contract for the foreseeable future. Wilson is an expensive No. 2 receiver, but it's money that was worth spending for the Cardinals. When you're not a preferred landing spot, you often need to spend more for talent. That appears to be the situation here. The Cardinals' best way to get talent is to keep their best homegrown players. Also, by locking in Wilson now, there's a chance that the contract becomes a bargain. Wilson is just entering his prime and could potentially become a No.1 receiver. It's also not a terrible contract as it currently stands. Last season, Wilson outplayed several receivers who make more than him, including Pittsburgh's DK Metcalf , who signed a four-year, $132 million deal shortly after being traded from Seattle. Of course, there's the chance Wilson ends up not panning out, but that's simply the risk of doing business. In this situation, it's a risk the Cardinals are willing to take. Old logic suggests that Wilson's payday means that the Cardinals are planning to potentially part ways with Marvin Harrison Jr . at some point down the road. In today's NFL, however, that logic couldn't be further from the truth. Sure, signing Wilson gives the Cardinals insurance in the event that they decide to part with Harrison, the No. 4 overall pick in the 2024 draft. But it doesn't necessarily mean that's the plan. Locking up Wilson now puts Arizona in a position to possibly extend Harrison next offseason if Harrison has a big year. It should be noted that—barring a big season from Harrison—the Cardinals probably won't be in a hurry to re-sign him as they have the option to franchise tag him for the 2028 season. But re-signing him next offseason is still an option, nonetheless. From a football standpoint, Wilson's extension is likely a very good thing for Harrison. Every successful No. 1 wideout has had a good No. 2 receiver by his side. Jaxon Smith-Njigba has Cooper Kupp , Ja'Marr Chase has Higgins, Puka Nacua has Davante Adams , CeeDee Lamb has Pickens and A.J. Brown had Smith during his time in Philadelphia. Wilson's presence should only benefit Harrison, who is hoping to have a similar breakout season in 2026 after having a rough sophomore season in the desert. Furthermore, it's critical for teams that want to contend for championships to have a strong receiving corps. With the increased importance of the passing game, the need for talent at the receiver position is as high as ever. The Cardinals have several pressing positional needs as they continue their rebuild, but the receiver position isn't one of them
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Eagles depth chart: First look at the initial 2026 roster
A first look at the Philadelphia Eagles' depth chart for the 2026 season
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Eagles sign WR Tahj Washington
The Eagles made a change to their wide receiver group ahead of Sunday’s deadline to cut rosters to 90 players. They announced that they have signed Tahj Washington to the active roster. Brandon Hayes was waived in a corresponding move. Washington was a 2024 seventh-round pick by the Dolphins and was with the team until being waived earlier this week. He appeared in six games last season and had three catches for 37 yards. Hayes signed with the Eagles three weeks ago. He was undrafted out of Southeastern Louisiana. DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore, Darius Cooper, Britain Covey, Quez Watkins, Danny Gray, Samori Toure, and Erik Ezukanma are also on the roster at receiver
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Dontayvion Wicks Set to Open Season as Eagles' WR2
Dontayvion Wicks is expected to open the season as the Eagles' WR2, with a cleaner path to regular snaps than in Green Bay
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Eagles injury update: Good news on DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon
Good news for the Eagles offense ahead of their last preseason game
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A.J. Brown didn’t speak with Jalen Hurts or DeVonta Smith during Eagles-Patriots practice
A.J. Brown did not interact with Jalen Hurts or DeVonta Smith during Eagles-Patriots practice, indicating a potential rift between the players
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Eagles Training Camp Practice Notes: Positive signs from DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon
Observations from the Eagles' training camp at the Jefferson Health Training Complex noted positive signs from DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon
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Eagles WR DeVonta Smith returns to practice
What is the fantasy outlook for Eagles WR DeVonta Smith
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WR · PHI
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Devonta Smith, Makai Lemon remain out of Eagles practice
The Eagles are set to practice without a couple of their top two wideouts again on Thursday
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WR · PHI
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Devonta Smith, Makai Lemon remain out of Eagles practice
The Eagles are set to practice without a couple of their top two wideouts again on Thursday. Devonta Smith and first-round pick Makai Lemon have been out with hamstring injuries for the last week. Reporters at training camp shared photos and videos of Smith working with trainers ahead of practice while Lemon caught passes from a JUGS machine while standing still, but Eliot Shorr-Parks of WIP reports that neither one will take part in the actual session. This will make seven straight missed practices for both players. The pre-practice work is a sign that Smith and Lemon are getting closer to a full return to work. The Eagles open the preseason against the Ravens on Saturday, so a return next week could be in the cards and that would leave a good chunk of time for both players to ramp up ahead of Week 1
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THIS. Not THAT. | Fantasy Football Dos and Don’ts for Success in 2026
In preparation for the 2026 fantasy football redraft season, this article offers 'Dos' and 'Don'ts' for each skill position. At quarterback, the advice is to avoid drafting top-tier players early, as later-round options offer similar ceiling potential without the high draft capital. For running backs, the landscape has changed due to aging players and a weak incoming class, making value harder to find
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Dontayvion Wicks to Be a "Big Factor" in Eagles' Passing Game
Dontayvion Wicks is poised for a significant role in the Eagles' passing game, potentially competing for the WR2 spot. With DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon sidelined, Wicks has an opportunity to impress and could be a valuable depth or sleeper pick
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Jalen Hurts Gaining Chemistry With New Receiver
Jalen Hurts is developing strong chemistry with new wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks, who has emerged as the Eagles' WR2 in training camp. This connection is crucial as the team adapts to the departure of A.J. Brown and injuries to DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon
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WR · PHI
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Nick Sirianni on Makai Lemon: Working like crazy to get him healthy
Eagles rookie wide receiver Makai Lemon was out of practice on Tuesday due to a hamstring injury and he has missed the rest of the week’s work as well. Lemon also dealt with a hamstring injury this spring and head coach Nick Sirianni was asked at a Friday press conference whether he was recalibrating early expectations for the first-round pick because of the missed time. Sirianni said the only thing the team is concerned with right now is getting Lemon healthy enough to play. “It’s just, right now, how do we get him healthy? How do we get him as healthy as we can and get him back rolling? He’s doing the things in the meeting rooms,” Sirianni said, via a transcript from the team. “He’s watching the walkthrough portions of it and being diligent there. This isn’t new. This happens, right? You’ve got guys that are out for some time, or an extended period of time, or a short period of time, and they’ve got to make sure that they’re doing the right things. Us as coaches, getting that extra meeting time with them as well when they miss some of the time on the field. Excited about him, and we’ll continue to work like crazy to get him back.” DeVonta Smith has also been out with a hamstring issue this week. His experience means there’s less reason to be concerned about how ready he’ll be for the Commanders on September 13, but the Eagles will be better off when both wideouts are able to do more than observe during practices
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Dontayvion Wicks Emerging as the WR2 in Philadelphia
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks has been one of the team's most consistent offensive performers through the opening weeks of training camp, and with Makai Lemon now sidelined with a hamstring injury, the Philly Voice's Jimmy Kempski has Wicks penciled in for the WR2 spot across from DeVonta Smith, noting that the offseason trade acquisition has clearly looked like the second-best receiver in camp. The departure of three-time Pro Bowler A.J. Brown left an obvious need on the outside, and at 6'1" and 206 pounds, Wicks looked like the best fit on paper, but his performance through the first five practices of camp suggests the role should be his to start the season. With his production declining year over year in Green Bay, a change of scenery could remind fantasy managers of the traits that made him a popular sleeper candidate early in his career, and as RotoBaller's WR80, Wicks has the potential to greatly exceed ADP expectation in 2026
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