DTR leads in Eagles camp

Dorian Thompson-Robinson has the edge over the rookie quarterback as cuts loom for QB3.

DTR leads Eagles camp as rookie QB lags

Day 11 of Philadelphia Eagles training camp wrapped up in shells and shorts, coming on the heels of the team’s first preseason game. A string of injuries kept several regulars out or limited, including A.J. Brown, Elijah Cooks, and Kenyon Green, with others sidelined for parts of practice. Darius Cooper drew first-team reps after a standout preseason outing, and Jalen Hurts acknowledged him after a low-throw catch. In 1-on-1 drills, Jalen Carter looked exceptionally strong, tossing Lineman Tyler Steen and pressuring the pocket all day, while Lane Johnson remained a steady force on the line.

During a 1-yard-line session, Eli Ricks intercepted a misread throw and delivered a pick-six that energized the defense before punting the ball on the next play for impressive hang time. In addition, rookie UDFA Taylor Morin closed practice with a TD on a seam route and a later two-point conversion, signaling he can contribute on special teams even if he won’t crack the 53-man roster. Overall, DTR is getting more reps than Kyle McCord, signaling a clear edge in the QB2 race as the team weighs its QB3 options during cutdowns.

Newly acquired corner Jakorian Bennett joined practice, but did not stand out, while several veterans remained sidelined or limited. The camp narrative remains focused on quarterback development, with DTR’s experience potentially tipping the scale as the Eagles consider whether to keep both quarterbacks or lean into the more pro-ready option for 2025.

DTR’s advantage is not just upside but reliability. In a room that prizes structure and game management, his five years of college starter experience plus NFL exposure matter in a way that a sixth-round rookie cannot yet match. The decision at QB3 will hinge on more than raw performance; front-office calculus, health, and potential trade value all come into play as rosters tighten. Still, a camp showing that favors the veteran signals a preference for preserving a safe quarterback floor while the rookie edges into a developmental path.

Beyond the QB debates, Cooper’s first-team reps hint at a versatile weapon who could contribute on offense with another blocker’s mindset and a small but real chance to snag a roster spot through special teams value. Morin’s late-day sparks and Morin’s punt-return potential keep him in the conversation for a practice squad. The camp’s broader takeaway is a team that could prefer stability at QB2 while weighing upside at QB3, a balance that will shape the final 53 in the coming days.

Highlights

The next few practices will reveal how much the Eagles value continuity against ceiling in a crowded QB room.