Eagles' Hurts and Barkley praise LeBron's impact on Philadelphia sports
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
As the Philadelphia Eagles began their training camp, players Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley commented on LeBron James' recent signing with the Sixers. Both athletes expressed excitement about James joining the city, acknowledging his influence on sports culture. Eagles general manager Howie Roseman welcomed James, offering him a chance to attend practices. The Eagles are in a transition period with new contracts and positions as they prepare for the upcoming season. Meanwhile, linebacker Jonathan Greenard was placed on the physically unable to perform list but is expected to recover in time for the opener against Washington.
- •Eagles open their training camp under coach Nick Sirianni.
- •Jalen Hurts and Saquon Barkley express excitement about LeBron James in Philadelphia.
- •Eagles GM Howie Roseman invites James to practice anytime.
- •Jonathan Greenard placed on PUP list with a pectoral strain.
- •Roseman expects Greenard to be ready for the September 13 opener.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — Welcome to Philadelphia, LeBron: Eagles' Hurts and Barkley believe James is great for city sports
"There was business to discuss as the Philadelphia Eagles opened their sixth training camp under coach Nick Sirianni. “I will be asking the questions,” Davis said with laugh as he took his seat for a news conference. Yes, in a sports city that each time this summer turns as green in team colors as the cash spent on Davis and fellow defensive tackle Jalen Carter, the Eagles have been overshadowed by the arrival of the most famous active American athlete in LeBron James.
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