Wicks Rising as Eagles' WR2 | NFL News

0:00On September 2nd, the Eagle's Y receiver room has been a major talking point all off season, especially after trading AJ Brown. This led to them drafting McCoy Lemon in the first round, leaving Devonta Smith as the undisputed number one. With all that uncertainty, you think the focus would be solely on that situation. But there's another name bubbling up. Don Teveon Wix. He's a receiver who's been flying under the radar nationally, but Philly starting to see his potential. He's poised to surprise a lot of people in the upcoming 2026 season. Wix, a 25-year-old, was originally a fifth round pick by the Packers in 2023. He spent three seasons in Green Bay, showing flashes of what he could do before being traded to Philadelphia this off season for some day three draft. Picks. He then signed a one-year deal worth 12.5 million dollars. Initially, folks thought he'd just be death. Maybe the fourth receiver. But with Hollywood Brown struggling and lemon dealing with injuries, Wix has stepped up big time. He's been Jalen Hertz's second option

1:03in passing drills throughout camp, generating a lot of buzz. The Eagle's new offensive coordinator, Sean Manion, actually coached Wix in Green Bay, so the scheme should feel familiar. Wix is also the biggest receiver on the roster, which could make him a key target in the red zone, especially with a team needing to replace. Nearly 30% of their targets inside the 20 after AJ Brown's departure. He's earned the WR2 spot behind Smith for now, and with lemon-likely eased in due to injury, Wix has a real chance to prove himself early on. Stay locked in with NFL news today, AI-powered updates.