Hunt vs Smith Edge Rusher Battle | Philadelphia Eagles News

The Eagles’ edge rusher battle is heating up as third-round pick Jalyx Hunt surges ahead of former first-rounder Nolan Smith Jr., making a strong case for the starting role with explosive plays and consistent dominance at training camp. While Smith, who had a key role in last year’s Super Bowl run, shows flashes of his past form, he’s been stuck in a development plateau since his rookie peak — hampered by injuries and inconsistency. Hunt, meanwhile, is proving he’s not just a flash in the pan — last season he led the team in sacks and interceptions — and now he’s using camp to cement his place. With Smith’s fifth-year option locked in, the Eagles are betting on him, but if Hunt keeps this momentum, the future may be written in his favor. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/831e1adb75a443c0