Eagles-Patriots practice report: Bryce Huff, Nolan Smith lead impressive pass rush, Jalen Hurts leans on A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith in passing game

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — This was the most important day of the summer for the Eagles. During the past three seasons, Nick Sirianni emphasized the importance of joint practices and has used these as the biggest data point in measuring his team. Except the Eagles only have one practice with another team this summer (more on this below), so that elevated the importance of Tuesday’s session against the New England Patriots.
The big news before practice was that defensive back Cooper DeJean is off the non-football injury list and participated in individual drills. He thinks it’s realistic that he could play in the preseason finale next week. Wide receiver Parris Campbell also returned after more than...