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Eagles move Jihaad Campbell back to inside linebacker position

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:19 PM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Eagles move Jihaad Campbell back to inside linebacker position

Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they are reassigning Jihaad Campbell to his original position at inside linebacker. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio confirmed the change ahead of NFL training camp, stating the experiment of using Campbell as an edge rusher has concluded. Campbell, drafted 31st overall in 2025, previously started 10 games last season, accumulating 80 tackles and several key defensive plays. As the Eagles prepare for training camp this summer, they expect Campbell's role to expand.

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•Eagles prepare for NFL training camp this summer.
•Campbell drafted 31st overall in 2025 NFL Draft.
•He started 10 games and made 80 tackles last season.
•Vic Fangio confirmed Campbell's return to inside linebacker.

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2:19 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles Pull Plug On Experiment With 22-Year-Old Star Linebacker

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When it comes to the defense, the Philadelphia Eagles aren’t hesitant to experiment with some of their talented young players. At the same time, they won’t hesitate to cut ties with an experiment if it’s simply not panning out the way that they had hoped. The Eagles wanted to see what they could get out […] The post Eagles Pull Plug On Experiment With 22-Year-Old Star Linebacker appeared first on HEAVY.
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Yahoo SportsJul 31, 2026, 2:19 PM
Eagles Pull Plug On Experiment With 22-Year-Old Star Linebacker
When it comes to the defense, the Philadelphia Eagles aren’t hesitant to experiment with some of their talented young players. At the same time, they won’t hesitate to cut ties with an experiment if it’s simply not panning out the way that they had hoped. The Eagles wanted to see what they could get out […] The post Eagles Pull Plug On Experiment With 22-Year-Old Star Linebacker appeared first on HEAVY.

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