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Eagles mailbag: Riq Woolen is good, offensive scheme issues, and more

The Philadelphia Eagles are two games into the regular season, and you'd never know it just by hearing people talk about the team, but they're 2-0. Still, the concerns are real, so let's discuss. This is Part II of a…

Published: Monday, 28 September 2026 at 12:34 PM
Eagles mailbag: Riq Woolen is good, offensive scheme issues, and more
Key Things to Know
  • The Philadelphia Eagles opened their regular season with a 2-0 record.
  • Cornerback Riq Woolen allowed very little separation across his first two games.
  • Cooper DeJean improved in Week 2 after being shaken up in the opener.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Philadelphia Eagles started their regular season with a 2-0 record despite ongoing questions regarding their on-field performances. Beat writer Jimmy Kempski evaluated key roster concerns in a mailbag, highlighting cornerback Riq Woolen's strong coverage and defensive impact over the first two weeks of play.

Kempski also addressed defensive back Cooper DeJean's rebound following a shaken-up Week 1 performance. Regarding the offense, the analysis emphasized that establishing an effective running game remains crucial for the scheme, though leaning more on quarterback Jalen Hurts could temporarily assist the struggling offensive line.

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