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Jordan Mailata: There is ‘so much opportunity for our young guys’

With injuries and roster movement, many of the Eagles’ late-round draft picks are starting to contribute this season.

By Caroline Connor · Philadelphia Eagles

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 9:00 PM

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Jordan Mailata highlighted that recent roster adversity has created major opportunities for younger Philadelphia Eagles players.
Injuries, Lane Johnson's retirement, and Cam Jurgens' trade forced multiple young offensive linemen into starting roles.
Rookies Keyshawn James-Newby and Cole Wisnewiski made their NFL debuts against the Carolina Panthers.

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Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata praised the development and readiness of the team's young players amid significant roster turnover and injuries this season. Multiple departures and injuries across the offensive line and defense have forced several rookies and backup players into major starting roles.

The offensive line saw Landon Dickerson placed on Injured Reserve, Lane Johnson retire, and Cam Jurgens traded to the Ravens, elevating Markel Bell, Drew Kendall, Willie Lampkin, and Jake Majors. Defensively, rookies Keyshawn James-Newby and Cole Wisnewiski both earned playing time against the Carolina Panthers after injuries hit the active roster.

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