Things to watch for at Eagles training camp: Linebacker edition

Key Points:

• The Eagles' off-ball linebacker group entering the 2026 season features key players Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter, Smael Mondon, Chance Campbell, and Deontae Lawson, each with varying roles and outlooks for training camp.
• Jihaad Campbell exceeded recovery expectations last year, becoming a Week 1 starter before being demoted due to Nakobe Dean's return; he will focus exclusively on off-ball linebacker duties this season and aims to master Vic Fangio's defense mentally.
• Jeremiah Trotter, known for his special teams contributions and smart play, will serve as the primary backup linebacker following Dean's departure in free agency, having earned first-team reps during Campbell’s spring absence.
• Smael Mondon, primarily a special teams player in his rookie year, must prove himself to secure a roster spot, while Chance Campbell, an injury-prone practice squad player, remains a developmental prospect to watch.
• Undrafted free agent Deontae Lawson, a former Alabama starter recovering from an ACL injury, faces tough competition at linebacker but has an opportunity to revive his career trajectory during training camp.