Campbell can compete for the third receiver spot, as he was considered as an Eagles draft pick in 2019 and has familiarity with Nick Sirianni.
New York Giants wide receiver Parris Campbell avoids a tackle by Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon during the second quarter of an NFL football game, Monday, Oct. 2, 2023, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Eagles agreed to terms with wide receiver Parris Campbell on a one-year deal, an NFL source confirmed an ESPN report on Thursday.
Campbell, who turns 27 in July, is a five-year NFL veteran who spent last season with the New York Giants. In 12 games, Campbell had 20 receptions for 104 yards and no touchdowns. According to Pro Football Focus, the 6-foot-1, 205-pound Campbell was on the field for 151 pass play snaps, the majority of which came in the slot . He also had eight kick returns for a total of 191 yards.
The Indianapolis Colts selected Campbell in the second round, No. 59 overall of the 2019 draft out of Ohio State. The Eagles had the No. 57 pick in the draft, andUltimately, the Eagles went with Arcega-Whiteside, who played in Philly for three seasons and is currently signed with the CFL’s Toronto Argonauts.Campbell spent the first four seasons of his career with the Colts, giving him familiarity with coach Nick Sirianni, who was the Colts’ offensive coordinator from 2018-20.
With Campbell’s pending addition, the Eagles have another player to compete for the third receiver spot behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith in training camp. On March 14,to a one-year contract as another option. Return specialist and wide receiver Britain Covey will also vie for an increased role on offense.
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