Jihaad Campbell has drawn early praise for his instincts and coverage versatility, positioning him as a potential rotation player at safety/linebacker. His development could influence Philly’s defensive depth and rotation balance throughout the season.

Jihaad Campbell sits in the roster bubble behind a crowded Eagles LB group. His athleticism and versatility keep him in the conversation for special-teams duties and depth, but he faces a steep climb to a consistent defensive role with Baun, Trotter Jr., and Mondon ahead.

Campbell emerges as a Week 1 starter candidate at linebacker, sharing first-team reps and showing quick hands, toughness, and motor. Coaches laud his ability to read and attack the ball and his local roots add a sense of belonging and ownership in the Novacare Center. If he continues to develop with Bond, the Eagles could boast one of the league’s stronger linebacking corps.

Jihaad Campbell emerged as a strong fit for Philadelphia in Week 2 with 29 snaps and an 85.0 PFF grade, signaling a real path to a rotational role if he continues to translate his athletism and instincts to the NFL level.

Campbell rose from Week 1’s 59.6 to an 85.0 overall grade in Week 2, showcasing burst as a pass rusher and coverage competence. His sack on opening play and solid red-zone coverage stops suggest a developing linebacker with multi-snap viability and potential weekly impact registers.