Philadelphia Eagles fall to ninth in ESPN offensive playmaker rankings

The Philadelphia Eagles have dropped to ninth place in ESPN's 2026 offensive playmaker rankings, down from first in 2025. This decline is attributed to the team's need to replace A.J. Brown, leading to questions about the production of newcomers including Makai Lemon and Hollywood Brown. Though DeVonta Smith has performed well in the past as a primary receiver, he will need to elevate his game further without Brown. Additionally, Saquon Barkley's ability to create big plays has diminished significantly. With roster changes and challenges ahead, it remains to be seen how the Eagles will adapt this season.

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