Fangio Backs 2 Eagles-Patriots Joint Practices as Ty Robinson Pushes for Roster Spot
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Updated · NBC Sports Philadelphia · Aug 20
Fangio Backs 2 Eagles-Patriots Joint Practices as Ty Robinson Pushes for Roster Spot
3 articles · Updated · NBC Sports Philadelphia · Aug 20
Summary
Ty Robinson drew Fangio’s sharpest praise after a sack against Baltimore, with the coordinator saying the second-year tackle “came to life” as he tries to climb a crowded defensive-line depth chart.
Two joint practices in Foxborough are central to that evaluation, with Fangio calling them “tremendous” because they expose players to new schemes, unscouted looks and different reactions than in-house work.
Jihaad Campbell was the only projected defensive starter to play in the preseason opener because Fangio wants more reps after his snaps were cut last year, while Michael Carter II got extended safety work to be fully evaluated against Marcus Epps.
Inside linebacker has emerged as Philadelphia’s deepest defensive group, with Jeremiah Trotter Jr. and Smael Mondon behind Zack Baun and Campbell, while seventh-rounders Cole Wisniewski and Keyshawn James-Newby face a tougher push after missing August reps.