Eagles and Patriots Hold Joint Practice in Massachusetts
The Philadelphia Eagles conducted a joint practice with the New England Patriots in Foxborough, Massachusetts. Key observations included strong performances from Eagles' wide receiver A.J. Brown, momentum in the running game, and struggles from cornerback Riq Woolen and kicker Jake…

Philadelphia, PA, August 19, 2026 —
The Philadelphia Eagles participated in a joint practice session with the New England Patriots on Wednesday in Foxborough, Massachusetts. The session provided an opportunity for both teams to scrimmage and evaluate player performance in a setting outside of regular training camp drills.
During the practice, several Eagles players made notable impressions. Wide receiver A.J. Brown was observed having a strong showing, demonstrating effective routes and catching ability. The team’s running game also appeared to gain momentum, with players showing progress in establishing the run during the drills.
However, not all aspects of the Eagles’ performance were positive. Cornerback Riq Woolen faced challenges during the practice, indicating areas for development. Additionally, kicker Jake Elliott experienced difficulties, with observations noting struggles during his kicking attempts.
Further details regarding the specific outcomes of the practice, such as the exact number of successful plays for individual players or the precise nature of the struggles encountered by Woolen and Elliott, were not provided in the summary. The overall results of the joint practice and its impact on either team’s preparation were not detailed.
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