Philadelphia's training camp day tested depth and exposed how quickly the offense can shift when top targets sit. AJ Brown and Devonte Smith were sidelined, opening avenues for John Metchie III and Johnny Wilson to show their wares. Mechie, returning from ACL and leukemia battles, stepped into a larger role, while the offensive line depth was stressed as Landon Dickerson sat and Matt Prior rotated in at left tackle. Will Shipley and Darius Cooper drew frequent targets as the receivers shuffled, signaling fantasy implications for week-to-week volume if injuries linger and practice reps remain split.

Meanwhile, the defense showcased unusual flexibility, with Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis anchoring a rotating front and Keely Ringo and Adoree' Jackson sparking nickel reps. The QB3 race tightened as Dorian Thompson-Robinson outperformed Kyle McCord with Tanner McKee out; Kyle McCord still earned second-team snaps, suggesting a near-term path for development in a rookie contract landscape. A late-game spike decision drew praise and critique, underscoring the need to balance clock management with aggressive play-calling in August. Future is bright for Mechie and Calcaterra as the receiving group reshapes itself around injuries and evolving depth.