Eagles assign No. 11 jersey to Jihaad Campbell, breaking trends
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 12:38 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles are reportedly assigning the No. 11 jersey to linebacker Jihaad Campbell. This marks a departure from the team's recent history, where that number has been associated mainly with offensive players like A.J. Brown and Carson Wentz. Campbell, a second-year player drafted 31st overall in 2025, will wear the number previously linked to high-profile exits. The Eagles have also been known to shelve significant jersey numbers before reassigning them, further highlighting the significance of this decision. Campbell is seen as a foundational piece of the defense, indicating the team’s confidence in his potential.
- •Jihaad Campbell gets No. 11 jersey from the Eagles.
- •Number previously worn by offensive stars.
- •Eagles typically avoid assigning meaningful numbers quickly.
- •Campbell was drafted as a foundational defensive piece.
- •Team’s move suggests confidence in Campbell's capabilities.
- 12:38 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles could break recent jersey trend with Jihaad Campbell’s switch
"The Eagles hand the No. 11 jersey to Jihaad Campbell, bucking two familiar team trends in the process.
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