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Eagles Build Chemistry: Hurts, Smith, Barkley Connect
21 Jul
Summary
- Players from offense and defense trained together offseason.
- Hurts and Smith deepened their long-standing friendship.
- Teammates supported each other's community endeavors.
As the 2026 NFL season approaches, the Philadelphia Eagles are prioritizing team connection under Head Coach Nick Sirianni's leadership. This offseason has seen a notable increase in players bonding, both on and off the field, reinforcing the team's core value of connection. Recent events include Saquon Barkley, Cooper DeJean, Elijah Moore, and Kelee Ringo training together.
Quarterback Jalen Hurts has hosted receiver and tight end groups for workouts and bonding. It is also notable that defensive backs have been actively training in various combinations. Hurts and DeVonta Smith have spent considerable time together, training at Temple University and participating in a flag football game.
Beyond athletic pursuits, Eagles players have shown strong support for teammates' charitable efforts. Events like DeVonta Smith's charity softball game and the Eagles Autism Challenge saw significant player turnout. This community involvement further solidifies the strong relationships within the team as they prepare for the upcoming season with high expectations.
