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ArticleEagles vs. Commanders preview: 9 things to watchSeptember 12, 2026

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Lemon has been repping there but the Eagles could look to temporarily elevate Britain Covey from the practice squad for that role.

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Lemon repping as punt returner; Covey could be elevated as alternative.

Makai Lemon has been repping as the Eagles' punt returner, though the Eagles could look to temporarily elevate Britain Covey from the practice squad for that role ahead of Sunday's game against Washington.

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

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

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Lemon's WR3 role uncertain; preseason uninspiring, HC noncommittal on readiness.

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Lemon's preseason debut uninspiring; Sirianni's confidence in him unclear.

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Makai Lemon listed as starter but preseason debut uninspiring; likely to share snaps.

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Lemon (1st-round pick) listed at WR3 but readiness questioned after preseason.

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