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Eagles Fans Won't Be Sad if Playmaker Is Traded Before Training Camp

The Philadelphia Eagles will have players report to training camp on July 22nd. Their quest for back-to-back Super Bowls will begin then, and pads will be put on.

That's when competition among the Eagles' 90-man roster will take full force. They have one of the best rosters in the league, so there aren't many holes there, but the battle to stick on the 53-man roster is fierce.

Eagle Fans Wouldn’t Be Upset if Ainias Smith Was Traded Away

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Seeing who makes the team at WR behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith will be interesting to see, but after the spring, fans won't be unhappy if Ainias Smith is traded away.

He was selected in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL draft but wasn't able to do much of anything as a rookie. In seven games, Smith had seven catches (nine targets) for 41 yards, one touchdown, and 5.9 yards per reception.

Smith started the season on the IRD list due to an ankle injury and managed to play in just 20% of the offensive snaps.

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He needed a strong offseason to show the coaching staff that 2025 will be different, but it was the opposite during spring workouts.

According to Martin Frank of the Delaware News Journal, Terrace Marshall and Danny Gray have been productive.

Frank wrote, "But Marshall, who's 6-foot-2, 200 pounds has looked impressive this spring. He had at least five or six catches in the minicamp practice. Danny Gray, who spent last season on the Eagles' practice squad, has also looked sharp."

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He added that Smith hasn't been given the ability to return punts, which is something he did at a high level during his college career at Texas A&M (836 punt return yards & two touchdowns).

Since it sounds like Brown, Smith, Marshall, Gray, and Jahan Dotson are ahead of the 24-year-old on the depth chart, he's someone who fans wouldn't be pressed to see on the team going forward.

If Philadelphia found a way to land a late Day 3 pick in return for Smith, fans would take that as a massive win and move on in the blink of an eye.

CEO of Buffalo Bills Declares Ban on Anyone Wearing Shirts Resembling Tyler Robinson and the Teen Who Defaced Charlie Kirk Memorial
CEO of Buffalo Bills Declares Ban on Anyone Wearing Shirts Resembling Tyler Robinson and the Teen Who Defaced Charlie Kirk Memorial Buffalo — In a bold and controversial decision, Buffalo Bills CEO Terry Pegula has announced that any fan wearing shirts resembling those worn by Tyler Robinson, the accused assassin of Charlie Kirk, and the teenager who defaced the Kirk memorial will be banned from entering Highmark Stadium. The rule takes effect immediately and will be enforced at all home games. The decision reflects heightened concerns about symbolism and security in professional sports. After consultations with stadium authorities and team leadership, the Bills concluded that stronger preventive steps were necessary. A spokesperson explained the move as a way to “protect the fan experience and ensure Highmark Stadium remains a safe, inclusive place for all supporters.” At a press conference, Pegula stressed that even the smallest details could spiral into larger problems. He declared:“I don’t know if this is some strange coincidence or a darker plot behind it, but I will not allow it inside Highmark Stadium. A single detail can bring a major disaster. Something is being spread through that shirt.” The announcement sent ripples across the NFL community. Supporters commended Pegula’s decisive leadership, calling it a proactive step to protect fans. Critics, however, argued that banning apparel based on resemblance could create confusion and fuel debates over free expression. Security experts pointed out that the Bills will need transparent enforcement protocols, including visible signage, updated ticketing terms, and proper staff training to avoid inconsistent application. No matter where the public lands on the issue, Pegula’s decree ensures that Highmark Stadium is now at the center of a wider national conversation — where the balance between safety, symbolism, and personal freedom will be tested under the bright lights of one of the NFL’s most passionate fan bases.