Jalen Hurts Encourages Two Injured Eagles Rookies After They Exit Training Camp
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Philadelphia, PA – Training camp is all about seizing the moment — but for two undrafted Eagles rookies, that moment was put on hold after injuries forced them off the field this week.
Wide receivers Ife Adeyi (Sam Houston State) and Darius Cooper (Tarleton State) had been grinding for a chance to earn one of the final roster spots. But after both suffered setbacks during practice, uncertainty quickly replaced momentum.
That’s when Jalen Hurts stepped in.
Known for his poise and leadership, the Eagles’ quarterback pulled the two young players aside after practice. Speaking with calm confidence, Hurts told them:
“I’ve been in your shoes — fighting through doubt and injury. The Eagles never shut the door on those who refuse to give up. You have your family, teammates, and Eagles Nation with you. Don’t give up. Your opportunity is coming.”
Adeyi had just been signed following a standout rookie minicamp, impressing scouts with his 4.35 speed and explosive leaping. He was a top candidate for return duties and deep-threat potential. Cooper, meanwhile, had emerged as a reliable target with over 3,000 career receiving yards and 29 touchdowns in college, pushing hard for a WR4/5 or special teams role.
Though both were longshots to crack a crowded receiver room behind A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Jahan Dotson, their work ethic stood out — and didn’t go unnoticed.
Now, with their status uncertain, Hurts’ encouragement became more than a pep talk — it was a statement about the team’s culture. In Philly, it’s not just about talent. It’s about heart, grit, and refusing to back down.
Camp continues on. But for Adeyi and Cooper, Hurts’ message may be the spark they need to keep pushing — a reminder that in this city, the story’s never over until you write the ending yourself.
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