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Former Eagles Fan-Favorite PR Released by Rams After Preseason Finale — Issues Emotional Plea to Return to Philadelphia

Just hours after the final preseason game, the Los Angeles Rams decided to part ways with Britain Covey, the 28-year-old wide receiver and punt returner who had once been a fan favorite with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Covey signed a one-year deal with the Rams in May and flashed during the preseason — catching 4 passes for 32 yards and returning a punt for 14 yards against the Cleveland Browns. But as the roster was trimmed to 53, Covey couldn’t beat out the competition at returner, where Xavier Smith currently holds the edge.

During his two seasons with the Eagles (2022–2023), Covey established himself as one of the NFL’s most dangerous punt returners:

  • Led the entire NFL in 2023 with 417 punt return yards, including multiple returns over 50 yards.

  • Averaged 14.4 yards per return in 2023, ranking among the league’s best.

  • Played a crucial role in Philadelphia’s path to Super Bowl LVII, constantly flipping field position.

  • Became a beloved figure among Eagles fans for his fearless style, willingness to take hits, and embodiment of true Philly grit.

  • Those highlights made Covey the “silent weapon” of the Eagles, a player who consistently tilted the field even without headline-grabbing offensive stats.

    Far from discouraged, Covey has in this scenario issued a heartfelt message directly to Philadelphia — the city where he built his reputation and won the hearts of the fanbase:

    “FOR ME, PHILLY ISN’T JUST A TEAM — IT’S FAMILY. THE PUNT RETURNS AT THE LINC, THE ROAR OF THE CROWD, THE HUGS FROM TEAMMATES — THAT’S WHERE I BELONG. I WANT TO COME BACK TO THE EAGLES, EVEN IF IT’S JUST ON THE PRACTICE SQUAD OR SPECIAL TEAMS, JUST TO FLY GREEN AGAIN.”

    From a football standpoint, Covey still brings traits the Eagles have often valued: safe and explosive punt returns, speed to change field position, and attention to detail in special teams packages. For a team that prizes “field position” and late-depth flexibility, a practice squad deal for Covey could be a sensible option.

    Lincoln Financial Field has always been tough, but also deeply loyal to those who gave everything in midnight green. With his emotional plea to “come home,” Britain Covey hopes to turn a short stint in Los Angeles into a second chance in Philadelphia — a place where football isn’t just strategy, but pride, identity, and family.

    Raiders Reunite with a Former Starter to Fortify the Offensive Line
    Las Vegas, NV   The Las Vegas Raiders have brought back a familiar face in a move that screams both urgency and savvy: versatile offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor is returning to the Silver & Black on a one-year deal (terms not disclosed), reuniting with the franchise where he logged some of the best football of his career and immediately fortifying a position group that has been stretched thin. Eluemunor, 31, started for the Raiders from 2021–2023, showing rare position flexibility across right tackle and guard while anchoring pass protection against premier edge rushers. His technique, anchor, and ability to handle long-arm power made him a steadying force during multiple playoff pushes. After departing Vegas, Eluemunor spent time elsewhere refining his craft, but a confluence of roster needs and scheme familiarity has set the stage for a timely homecoming. For the Raiders—fighting to keep pace in a rugged AFC—this is about stability and fit. Injuries and week-to-week availability on the right side of the line have forced constant shuffling; protection packages have leaned heavily on chips and condensed splits to survive obvious passing downs. Eluemunor’s return allows the staff to plug him at RT or slide him inside at RG, restoring balance to protections and widening the run-game menu (duo, inside zone, and the toss/ pin-pull that Vegas fans love when the edge is sealed). “Jermaine knows who we are and how we want to play,” a team source said. “He brings ballast. Assignment sound, physical, and smart—he raises the floor for the entire unit.” Beyond the X’s and O’s, there’s an unmistakable emotional charge to this reunion. Eluemunor was a locker-room favorite in his previous stint—professional, detail-driven, and accountable. The belief internally is that his presence stabilizes communication on the right side (IDs, slides, and pass-off rules vs. games and simulated pressures), which in turn unlocks more vertical concepts and keeps the quarterback cleaner late in games. On social media, Raider Nation lit up the timeline with a simple refrain: “Welcome back, Jem.” Many fans called the deal the exact kind of “rival-poach, ready-to-play” move a contender makes in October: low friction, high impact, zero learning curve. What it means on the field (immediately): Pass pro: Fewer emergency chips, more five-out releases—OC can re-open deeper intermediate shots without living in max-protect. Run game: Better edge control on toss/duo; more confidence running to the right on money downs. Depth & versatility: One injury doesn’t force a cascade of position changes; Eluemunor can cover two spots with starting-level competency. The timetable? Swift. Because Eluemunor already speaks the language—terminology, splits, cadence rules—he could suit up as early as this weekend if the medicals/check-ins continue to trend positive. The message is clear: the Raiders aren’t waiting around for the line to gel—they’re engineering it. If Jermaine Eluemunor plays to his Raider résumé, this reunion could be the precise mid-season jolt that steadies the offense and keeps the Silver & Black firmly in the postseason race. Raider Nation, the question writes itself: Plug-and-play stopgap—or the catalyst that reclaims the right side