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ArticleEagles News: Sean Mannion is focused on running the ballSeptember 12, 2026

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he was rehabbing a hamstring injury all summer. (In the rare times we did get to see him though… 😬.)

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Lemon's hamstring rehab limited his training camp visibility and availability.

Makai Lemon is the only late-round draft pick likely to get real playing time barring injuries to other veterans, but he spent the entire summer rehabbing a hamstring injury and was rarely seen during training camp, raising concerns about his availability and readiness.

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Makai LemonNegativeInjury

Lemon's hamstring injury and preseason struggles (2 yards, drop, muffed punt) concern.

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Makai LemonPositiveProjection

Roseman's 1st-round track record supports Lemon's slot role despite preseason issues.

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Makai LemonNegativeUsage

Preseason struggles: 3 catches for 3 yards on 5 targets with a drop-turned-interception.

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Makai LemonPositiveRole

First-round receiver healthy and ready for NFL debut in Eagles' new offense.

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Makai LemonNegativeRole

First-round pick Lemon won't return punts in Week 1; Covey gets the role instead.

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Makai LemonNeutralRole

Lemon considered for punt returns but Covey selected for Week 1 role.

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