DeVonta Smith sustained a minor injury in training camp, but he was present for his preseason debut with the Eagles in Thursday’s game versus the New England Patriots.
He did not catch passes from Jalen Hurts (illness); however, he made things work with Joe Flacco. Despite a couple of early drops, the 2020 Heisman Trophy winner quickly showed people why Philadelphia took him at No. 10 in the NFL Draft.
His quickness was effortless on his routes, and he flashed his speed upon catching the ball. Smith grabbed two passes for 19 receiving yards, including a 10-yard catch for a first down.