Wicks says Eagles deal gives him chance to prove his worth

One-year, $12.5 million deal runs through 2027

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 191 min read

What happened: Philadelphia acquired Dontayvion Wicks in April for a 2026 fifth-round pick and a 2027 sixth-rounder. He worked with the first-team offense during offseason practices.

Why it matters: Philadelphia surrendered two draft picks for Wicks, making his camp role an early measure of that investment. His offseason work gives him a chance to earn significant snaps in 2026.

By the numbers: Wicks has 108 career receptions for 1,328 yards and 11 touchdowns across three seasons.

What to watch: Training camp will show whether Wicks retains first-team reps and how large a role he earns in the 2026 offense.

Sources

NFL.com 2026-07-19T16:56:10.282313+00:00

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