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Just a few months ago, when Eagles training camp got underway, the defense drew rave reviews. The prevailing sentiment was that the unit was poised to dominate this year. So far through three games, Vic Fangio’s group has done anything but. From the lack of forced turnovers to missed coverage assignments, the Eagles have plenty of room for improvement. Can Fangio work his magic to get the defense on track in time for this week’s showdown with the high-powered LA Rams? The Philadelphia Inquirer’s Jeff McLane puts the defense under the microscope, and also answers listener questions in this week’s mailbag!
00:00 How a busted defensive play vs. Chicago signals a bigger issue
10:06 Is Jalen Carter catching too much criticism?
11:42 Could there be a change coming at back-up quarterback?
15:45 Week 4 mailbag! Pre-snap motion and three glaring flaws
unCovering the Birds is a production of The Philadelphia Inquirer and KYW Newsradio Original Podcasts. Look for new episodes throughout the season.
00:00 How a busted defensive play vs. Chicago signals a bigger issue
10:06 Is Jalen Carter catching too much criticism?
11:42 Could there be a change coming at back-up quarterback?
15:45 Week 4 mailbag! Pre-snap motion and three glaring flaws
unCovering the Birds is a production of The Philadelphia Inquirer and KYW Newsradio Original Podcasts. Look for new episodes throughout the season.
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