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Practice Squad Factory Update: Eagles lose McCown, add Croom, Butler

Post author:Mike Maher
Post published:November 5, 2020
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The practice squad of the Philadelphia Eagles is a desired destination for players on the NFL's fringe. General manager Howie Roseman touted the organization as a "Quarterback Factory" after drafting quarterback Jalen Hurts in the second round in the 2020 NFL Draft, but "Practice Squad Factory" might be a more fitting label. Over the last…

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Who is Hakeem Butler? Let’s take a look.

Post author:Mike Maher
Post published:September 29, 2020
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On Tuesday, the Eagles announced that they had signed Hakeem Butler off of Carolina's practice squad. In a corresponding move, tight end Dallas Goedert was placed on injured reserve. Earlier on Tuesday, it was revealed that Goedert had a minor fracture in his ankle. Also noteworthy in this transaction: the Eagles are transitioning Hakeem Butler…