With star huge receiver A.J. Brown set to overlook Monday’s recreation in opposition to the Atlanta Falcons, the Philadelphia Eagles want Jahan Dotson to step up.
Per ESPN’s Adam Schefter, three-time Professional Bowler Brown (hamstring) was downgraded to out on Sunday.
Dotson — whom the Eagles just lately acquired in a commerce with the Washington Commanders — indicated he ought to ship in opposition to the Falcons.
“I am extraordinarily comfy,” Dotson stated after Saturday’s follow, per Reuben Frank of NBC Sports activities Philadelphia. “We’re getting ready proper now if A.J. is taking part in. That is the purpose. But when my alternatives do come, I’ll take full benefit of them. That is what I used to be just about introduced right here to do. Make the most of each single alternative that is given to me.”
Former first-round decide Dotson should capitalize on his alternatives to salvage his profession. In two seasons with Washington, the 24-year-old recorded 84 receptions for 1,041 yards and 11 landing catches. Per Frank, he solely surpassed 60 receiving yards 5 instances in 26 begins.
Dotson had no receptions in a 34-29 Week 1 win over the Inexperienced Bay Packers and posted a below-average 51.6 Professional Soccer Focus grade. He is nonetheless studying the playbook, although, and will finally begin producing higher numbers with Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, a two-time Professional Bowler.
“I all the time inform individuals after they ask me, it is form of like studying a special language,” Dotson stated of studying the offense. “Issues imply good day, however individuals say it in several methods and in several languages. So, that is the easiest way I can put it. I have been getting it down fairly good. I’ve a variety of confidence going into Monday evening.”
Regardless of Brown’s damage, the Eagles (1-0) are nonetheless favored in opposition to the Falcons (0-1). ESPN Analytics provides them a 64 % likelihood to win Monday’s matchup. Dotson flourishing vs. Atlanta would present he may grow to be one other reliable goal for Philadelphia.
