The Philadelphia Eagles are taking a measured approach to OTAs this offseason, and head coach Nick Sirianni explained exactly why during his recent media availability.

"You have to do different things to make sure you're looking at it from a big picture standpoint," Sirianni said when asked about the team's approach to voluntary workouts.

The Philosophy

Sirianni emphasized balancing practice intensity with recovery time, noting the team's injury success in recent seasons stems directly from this philosophy. The Eagles have been among the healthiest teams in the NFL over the past few years, and that's no accident.

What This Means for Rookies

For the 2026 draft class - including Makai Lemon, Eli Stowers, and the rest of the rookies - this approach means a patient integration into the system. The Eagles aren't going to rush anyone onto the field before they're ready.

It's a long season. The Eagles are playing the long game.