Cooper DeJean

DeJean was initially hurt in the Eagles’ Week 1 win over the Commanders, though he played every snap. Despite the DNP listing, the 23-year-old told reporters he still expects to play in Week 2. Barring a setback, Eagles fans can expect DeJean to start against the Titans.

DeJean made the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2024 and earned Pro Bowl and first-team All-Pro honors after the coaching staff began lining up on the perimeter in base in-season last year. The former second-round pick is up to 18 pass breakups and two interceptions through two NFL seasons.

The report comes from ESPN’s Adam Schefter, who notes that the newly acquired CB Michael Carter is a career slot cornerback. His acquisition allows the Eagles to move DeJean to the perimeter if they so desire. Doing so could give the Eagles an elite perimeter coverage tandem in DeJean and fellow second-year CB Quinyon Mitchell. Both players made the PFWA All-Rookie Team in 2024.

DeJean primarily played nickelback as a rookie last season, tallying six passes defended and three fumble recoveries. At Eagles OTAs, Fangio said DeJean will be in the mix at safety for certain personnel groups. The Eagles defensive coordinator said, “it will be determined by what’s best for him and what’s best for the team... he’s capable of playing corner and he’s capable of playing safety.” DeJean has versatility in the secondary and may be utilized at multiple positions depending on the defensive coverage Fangio wants to run.