5 things to watch in the Eagles’ preseason opener vs. Jets

Philadelphia has logged ten training camp practices as a team, and the reward is here with the preseason opener against the New York Jets.

Long-time GM Howie Roseman gets his first opportunity to evaluate his revamped roster under the lights.

At the same time, Nick Sirianni will begin year two as the head coach of a team with growing expectations, and the experts will watch for an improved offense that can maintain a downfield passing game.

Here are five things to watch with the kickoff in over an hour.

Isaac Seumalo-Lane Johnson Combo

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Johnson and Seumalo have been teammates for years, and the two have only played a single snap together on the same side.

With Landon Dickerson and Jordan Mailata becoming a dominant duo, we’ll look to see if Seumalo and Johnson can develop chemistry on the right side.

Pace and competition

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The Eagles’ head coach preaches pace and attention to detail, and he’ll have a set expectation for his team entering the preseason opener.

Whether it is Jalen Hurts, Gardner Minshew, or Reid Sinnett, Philadelphia expects how the offense should flow.

Jalen Hurts accuracy

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Philadelphia will go as far as Jalen Hurts can take them, and fans will look to see an increased efficiency at the position while also debuting his retooled throwing motion.

Fast, physical defense

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Philadelphia revamped their defense, and we’ll see how Haason Reddick, Kyzir White, Nakobe Dean, Jordan Davis, and others enhance the overall team speed.

James Bradberry is a plus, and Marcus Epps is more athletic than the departed Rodney McLeod.

Roster clutter at WR, CB

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Philadelphia goes 12 deep at wide receiver and cornerback, allowing for plenty of roster battles and takeaways at the night’s end.

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Story originally appeared on Eagles Wire