Keyshawn James-Newby likes to think he’s prepared for whatever challenge he faces. Even playing 48 unexpected snaps in his first NFL game.“Man, you’ve got to prepare yourself for anything,” the Eagles’ rookie edge rusher said after practice Thursday. “Sunday could…
Philadelphia Eagles rookie edge rusher Keyshawn James-Newby played 48 defensive snaps in his NFL debut following multiple injuries along the defensive front. Elevated from the practice squad for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers, the seventh-round pick was initially scheduled for limited rotational duty before in-game injuries thrust him into an extended role.
Injuries to Nolan Smith and Jonathan Greenard, alongside pre-game absences of Jalyx Hunt and A.J. Epenesa, left James-Newby and Arnold Ebiketie as the team's primary edge rushers. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio praised James-Newby, who recorded two tackles and two quarterback hurries during the Eagles' 25-14 defeat.
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