Howie Roseman confirms Eagles wide receiver group maintains diverse skill sets
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:39 AM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman expressed confidence in the team's wide receiver corps despite limited practice time during the summer. The team will rely on a six-man rotation that includes DeVonta Smith, Hollywood Brown, Dontayvion Wicks, Makai Lemon, Darius Cooper, and Elijah Moore. While injuries to Smith, Brown, and Lemon disrupted the group's training camp chemistry, Roseman stated that each player brings a defined role to the offensive unit. Wicks and Brown offer size and vertical speed respectively, while Lemon is expected to provide versatility across multiple alignments. The unit will look to integrate these skill sets into Mannion's offensive system as they prepare for upcoming games. Success for the group remains dependent on player health and their ability to quickly adapt to the scheme in the absence of full-speed repetitions.
- •Howie Roseman kept six wide receivers on the final roster.
- •Injuries hindered training camp participation for DeVonta Smith, Hollywood Brown, and Makai Lemon.
- •Dontayvion Wicks will work outside while Hollywood Brown provides vertical speed.
- •The receiver group must integrate into Mannion's offensive scheme following limited summer reps.
- 8:39 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles believe their wide receivers offer diverse skill sets
"Howie Roseman expressed confidence in the talent and varied roles throughout the Eagles’ WR room.
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