Eagles rookie defensive backs key to stopping Chiefs in 2025 Super Bowl; what their impact has been in Year 1
The transformation of the Philadelphia Eagles defense can't be told without mentioning Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Two of the major catalysts toward the revitalization of the unit, the Eagles' first- and second-round picks immediately improved the secondary upon their arrival.
Eagles Rookie Defensive Backs: Same, But Different
The Philadelphia Eagles' two rookie defensive backs are terrific on the field, but couldn't be more different off the field in their approach to interviews.
The key week that put an end to the Eagles’ defensive troubles
Recently hired Jets head coach Aaron Glenn trained Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson in high school, was the defensive backs coach with a part in drafting him to the Saints in 2019 and was the defensive coordinator who helped bring him to the Lions as a free agent in 2023.
Rookies for Eagles and Chiefs Could Play a Key Role in the Super Bowl
Philadelphia rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean have helped turn a secondary that was a decided weakness last season into a strength headed into the Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City
Rookies Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean key factors behind Super Bowl-bound Eagles' defensive transformation
Rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the new "Lito and Sheldon," have instantly transformed the Eagles' defense.
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Ex-Lions defensive back rips Detroit stint: ‘It was hell’
During his first stint in Philadelphia, the fiery defensive back was instrumental in the Eagles reaching Super Bowl 57 ...
Cooper DeJean: Rookie, White boy, rising star at defensive back
DeJean stands out, and not just because of his race and position. The Philadelphia Eagles have come to rely on him quickly.
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Broncos' Pat Surtain II on winning NFL Defensive Player of the Year: 'It was like instant gratification'
Fresh off from capturing the 2024 AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year in Thursday’s NFL Honors, Denver Broncos cornerback Pat Surtain II says it felt like "instant gratification" to win the award.
Former Alabama football defensive back named NFL Defensive Player of the Year
Former Crimson Tide defensive back and current Denver Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II was named The Associated Press' ...
Defensive Back Deon Jackson Commits to Cal for 2026
Deon Jackson, a three-star cornerback from high school football powerhouse Long Beach Poly, announced on social media on ...
NFL mock draft update: Colts need defensive backs, linemen
Coming out of the Senior Bowl, there are some new ideas on who the Indianapolis Colts should pursue in the 2025 NFL Draft.
5 things to know about new Bears defensive backs coach Al Harris
The Bears are hiring Al Harris as their new defensive backs coach and pass game coordinator. Here's what to know: ...
Broncos' Pat Surtain II named NFL's Defensive Player of the Year
Patrick Surtain II and Randy Gradishar are the only Broncos to have captured the NFL's Defensive Player of the Year award.
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Colts hire Chris Hewitt as defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator
Indianapolis has hired Chris Hewitt as its defensive backs coach and passing game coordinator, a league source confirmed to IndyStar. Hewitt has coached in the NFL since 2012, all with the Ravens.
Georgia Tech Football: Grading the Yellow Jackets Hire of Blake Gideon As Defensive Coordinator
Just days after former defensive coordinator Tyler Santucci left for the NFL, Brent Key has found a new defensive coordinator ...