The future for one late-round Eagles rookie appears to be brighter than before heading into a Week 7 showdown vs. the Cowboys.

From the practice squad to 48 snaps, James-Newby stayed ready for his first NFL opportunity.

With injuries thinning the Eagles' edge-rusher rotation, the rookie has an opportunity to earn a larger role beyond his NFL debut.

Philadelphia released seventh-round rookie Keyshawn James-Newby while finalizing its initial 53-man roster.

Cole Payton and six other Eagles draft picks face different stakes against Cincinnati, from earning roles to managing injuries before cuts.

The Philadelphia Eagles may have found late-round value in Keyshawn James-Newby, a seventh-round pick with intriguing pass-rush traits and production that could make him one to watch as he fights for a roster spot.

The Eagles drafted eight players in the 2026 NFL Draft. Here are comps for all of them.

The Eagles lean into traits and development and close out draft weekend by betting on upside.

The Philadelphia Eagles drafted outside linebacker Keyshawn James-Newby with the No. 252 overall pick in Saturday’s seventh and final round of the nFL draft. James-Newby played college football for six years, starting at Montana Tech, then playing at Idaho (2023-24) and finishing his career at New Mexico. He had nine sacks last year and 10.5 the season before. Including his time at Montana ...