Eagles receiver Elijah Moore seeks to secure roster spot in training camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 7:41 PM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Elijah Moore is fighting for a place on the Philadelphia Eagles' roster during training camp. The former second-round pick, now on his fourth team in three NFL seasons, has seized opportunities with first-team reps due to injuries to teammates DeVonta Smith and Makai Lemon. Moore's sharp route-running and quickness have caught attention, and he is also contributing as a punt returner. With several weeks left in training camp, he aims to solidify his role among a competitive group of receivers, which includes Hollywood Brown and Dontayvion Wicks. Decisions on the final roster will be made soon.
- •Moore was a second-round pick by the Jets in 2021.
- •He aims to make the Eagles' 53-man roster amidst stiff competition.
- •Injuries to Smith and Lemon have given Moore more practice opportunities.
- •Moore is also taking punt-return reps to increase his value.
- •Training camp continues, with final roster decisions approaching.
- 7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Former second-round pick is fighting to revive his career with Eagles
"Elijah Moore has turned additional first-team reps into momentum as the former second-round pick fights for a place in the Eagles’ receiver room
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