Eagles going with Cam Jurgens at Guard and Drew Kendall at Center because of Landon Dickerson being placed on IR. Normally I’m not a fan of shifting 2 guys for an injury, but I do understand this one. This isn’t an off the bench in game decision, Landon will be out for a number of games minimum. Cam has been a starter at guard before in this league (even though it’s RG), and at a good level. Kendall has played more center than guard, and should feel more comfortable there. Definitely what I’m going to be watching early to see how it’s going.
It’s a huge test for whoever plays guard this week, Jeffery Simmons is no joke, one of the best DTs in the league easily. I would heavily lean toward sliding to him. I don’t expect to see much blitz if any from Saleh, that isn’t his style at all, and Simmons’ comments earlier this week with the “make Jalen Hurts play QB” essentially tells you the plan. This isn’t going to be some exotic defense or blitz package, They’re going to mix up zone coverages, push the pocket, keep Jalen in the pocket by maintaining rush lanes, and try to beat the Eagles rushing four predominantly.