5 Problems the Philadelphia Eagles Must Fix During 2015 Training Camp

5 Problems the Philadelphia Eagles Must Fix During 2015 Training Camp

By Blaine Grisak

July 17, 2015

5 Problems the Philadelphia Eagles Must Fix During 2015 Training Camp

Chip Kelly Press conferences — The Philadelphia Eagles made a lot of changes this offseason. From trading for Sam Bradford at quarterback to improving their defense with Kiko Alonso and Byron Maxwell, the Eagles made a lot of moves. However, they are far from perfect and still have a ways to go before they are legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Here are five problems the Eagles must fix during training camp if they want to be able to compete for the Lombardi Trophy

The Philadelphia Eagles made a lot of changes this offseason. From trading for Sam Bradford at quarterback to improving their defense with Kiko Alonso and Byron Maxwell, the Eagles made a lot of moves. However, they are far from perfect and still have a ways to go before they are legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Here are five problems the Eagles must fix during training camp if they want to be able to compete for the Lombardi Trophy

5. Team Chemistry

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5. Team Chemistry

NFL: NFC Championship-Green Bay Packers at Seattle Seahawks — As mentioned above, the Eagles made a lot of moves this offseason, and as seen in the past with dream teams, or teams built with multiple superstars, it takes time to build chemistry. Now, the Eagles are far from a dream team, but they did add a lot of new pieces. In order to get off to a good start in 2015, it is going to be important for them to build chemistry during training camp.

As mentioned above, the Eagles made a lot of moves this offseason, and as seen in the past with dream teams, or teams built with multiple superstars, it takes time to build chemistry. Now, the Eagles are far from a dream team, but they did add a lot of new pieces. In order to get off to a good start in 2015, it is going to be important for them to build chemistry during training camp.

4. Offensive Line

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4. Offensive Line

Indianapolis Colts v Philadelphia Eagles — One big concern for the Eagles headed into 2015 is their offensive line. While they still have All-Pro level players in Jason Peters, Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson, they did release Evan Mathis meaning that Matt Tobin and Allen Barbre will play inside at guard. The Eagles had problems on the offensive line last season, and if they expect Bradford to stay healthy and DeMarco Murray to have success, they are going to have to figure out the O-line.

One big concern for the Eagles headed into 2015 is their offensive line. While they still have All-Pro level players in Jason Peters, Jason Kelce and Lane Johnson, they did release Evan Mathis meaning that Matt Tobin and Allen Barbre will play inside at guard. The Eagles had problems on the offensive line last season, and if they expect Bradford to stay healthy and DeMarco Murray to have success, they are going to have to figure out the O-line.

3. Quarterback Situation

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3. Quarterback Situation

Sam Bradford High Expecations Philadelphia Eagles Training Camp copy — There is little question that Sam Bradford is this team's starting quarterback. However, what is uncertain is if he is the same quarterback that he was before the injury and if he can stay healthy. Chip Kelly has a lot riding on Bradford as he did trade away Pro Bowl quarterback Nick Foles to get him. Mark Sanchez also believes that he can win the starting quarterback spot. In a quarterback-driven league, the Eagles must figure it out soon.

There is little question that Sam Bradford is this team's starting quarterback. However, what is uncertain is if he is the same quarterback that he was before the injury and if he can stay healthy. Chip Kelly has a lot riding on Bradford as he did trade away Pro Bowl quarterback Nick Foles to get him. Mark Sanchez also believes that he can win the starting quarterback spot. In a quarterback-driven league, the Eagles must figure it out soon.

2. Safety Position

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2. Safety Position

malcolm jenkins brandon boykin philadelphia eagles — The Eagles have given up the most pass plays of 20 and 40 yards or more since Chip Kelly arrived in Philadelphia. They have had scapegoats such as Nate Allen and Patrick Chung, but in year three, there are no more excuses. Whether it be Walter Thurmond or Earl Wolff, there will be a lot riding on their play and the success of the much improved defense. In order for the defense to reach its potential, they must find their safety next to Jenkins.

The Eagles have given up the most pass plays of 20 and 40 yards or more since Chip Kelly arrived in Philadelphia. They have had scapegoats such as Nate Allen and Patrick Chung, but in year three, there are no more excuses. Whether it be Walter Thurmond or Earl Wolff, there will be a lot riding on their play and the success of the much improved defense. In order for the defense to reach its potential, they must find their safety next to Jenkins.

1. No. 2 Wide Receiver

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1. No. 2 Wide Receiver

Josh Huff Eagles — The Eagles' wide receiver position isn't as figured out as many would like to think. Aside from Nelson Agholor and Jordan Matthews, nobody knows who will be the second receiver on the outside assuming Matthews takes over his role in the slot. Will it be Josh Huff? Will Riley Cooper be the veteran they need him to be? Agholor is a rookie and won't be able to it by himself. Without Maclin, the Eagles need to find their No. 2 guy.

The Eagles' wide receiver position isn't as figured out as many would like to think. Aside from Nelson Agholor and Jordan Matthews, nobody knows who will be the second receiver on the outside assuming Matthews takes over his role in the slot. Will it be Josh Huff? Will Riley Cooper be the veteran they need him to be? Agholor is a rookie and won't be able to it by himself. Without Maclin, the Eagles need to find their No. 2 guy.

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