30 things I'll be watching at 2026 Eagles training camp - PhillyVoice

What the report says

PhillyVoice’s Jimmy Kempski previewed Philadelphia Eagles training camp with a list of 30 storylines he plans to track as the team opens practice Wednesday morning. The central focus is quarterback Jalen Hurts, who is entering another offensive transition with Sean Mannion taking over as coordinator. Kempski notes that Hurts has had frequent coordinator changes dating back to college, and that Mannion’s background in the Shanahan-style coaching tree could mean a more noticeable shift than some previous changes.

According to the report, spring practices suggested the Eagles may use more under-center snaps and more intentional pre-snap motion. Kempski identified several areas to watch: Hurts throwing on the move, whether the offense improves its pace getting to the line, if the passing game uses the middle of the field more often, and how quickly Hurts builds timing with newer targets such as first-round pick Makai Lemon, trade acquisition Dontayvion Wicks and free-agent addition Hollywood Brown.

The quarterback depth chart is another camp issue. Kempski writes that Tanner McKee appeared to outperform veteran Andy Dalton during media-attended spring sessions, even though Dalton was acquired this offseason and is competing for the No. 2 job. Rookie Cole Payton’s development could also affect roster decisions, especially if Philadelphia believes it has four quarterbacks worthy of keeping or if trade interest develops.

Kempski also points to Saquon Barkley’s form and possible receiving role as a key area. He frames Barkley’s 2024 as an exceptional season that helped power a Super Bowl run, while noting that his 2025 rushing efficiency dropped amid offensive line issues and other factors. The preview matters because camp will offer the first extended look at how Philadelphia’s reshaped offense and roster plans are coming together.