Steele: Eagles' 'Swiss Army Knife' Ready for Any Role

Fullback Carson Steele is embracing a "Swiss Army Knife" mentality as he aims to earn a roster spot with the Philadelphia Eagles. Steele, who previously spent time with the Kansas City Chiefs, has expressed his readiness to play any role the coaching staff requires, whether it's fullback, running back, or special teams.

His versatility is particularly valuable in an offense designed to use varied personnel packages to confuse defenses and create favorable matchups. Steele has made significant progress in pass protection, an area he previously struggled with, learning from veteran players.

Steele also anticipates showcasing his physical style of play once full contact begins. Despite dealing with minor hamstring soreness during spring practices, he has prepared throughout the summer and is arriving healthy. The upcoming preseason opener on August 15 against the Baltimore Ravens presents a key opportunity for him to demonstrate his skills.

He acknowledges the challenge of limited practice reps but emphasizes the importance of the mental aspect of the game, including studying playbooks and walkthroughs. Steele finds himself in a highly competitive running back room, learning from experienced players like Saquon Barkley, whom he admires greatly. Despite being a longshot for the initial 53-man roster, Steele is focused on using the preseason to prove his adaptability can benefit the Eagles' offensive strategy.