Eagles-Patriots preseason game: 12 players to watch, from Jeremiah Trotter Jr. to Tanner McKee to Darian Kinnard

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — The joint practice might have been the most important part of the Eagles’ visit to New England, but don’t forget they’re still playing a game here. If history serves, Nick Sirianni used the joint practice for the most work for the starters and the preseason game will be devoted almost entirely to the second- and third-teamers (and maybe young players competing for starting jobs). So who am I watching? Here are 12 players:
Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
The hype is real. Trotter has had a strong training camp — especially the past the past week-plus — and built on his impressive debut with an interception in the joint practice. This shouldn’t be a surprise to those who wat...