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31 first-round picks, 31 first impressions: Early observations of the 2023 class

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Jun 19, 2023, 06:35 AM ET A few big-name NFL veterans stole the spotlight at mandatory minicamps by showing up, or not showing up, or delaying showing up. And it kept the news cycle humming. But we also asked our NFL Nation reporters to keep a close eye on their team’s first-round draft picks the … Read more

One Eagles veteran has taken notice of Sydney Brown, who is impressing early in OTAs with reserves

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PHILADELPHIA — Sydney Brown didn’t get drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles to be a reserve. There’s an opportunity to start at safety on a defense that lost both C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Marcus Epps this offseason — an opportunity Brown doesn’t want to waste.  During Thursday’s minicamp practice, Brown was rotating on the second team with … Read more

Report: Jon Gruden present for QB Derek Carr’s early work with Saints

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Former Raiders coach Jon Gruden was among a handful of invited guests who observed New Orleans Saints voluntary offseason practices this week. A person familiar with the situation confirmed Gruden’s presence during the Saints’ first week of voluntary practices with new quarterback Derek Carr, who posted some of his best career passing numbers in Gruden-designed … Read more