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15 players who need to perform vs. the Dolphins

15 players who need to perform vs. the Dolphins

After two days of intense practice, the Philadelphia Eagles picked up their first preseason win over the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium last Sunday.

Philadelphia then traveled to Miami for a joint practice with the Dolphins before finishing working alone on the final day after the host team dealt with a stomach bug. 

Saturday night marks the final audition for several players on the bubble.

With the roster needing to be trimmed to 53 players by Tuesday, here are 15 players who need strong performances against Miami at Hard Rock Stadium.

QB Reid Sinnett

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Roster spots will be tight, and Sinnett is playing to convince coach Nick Sirianni to keep a third quarterback.

QB Carson Strong

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Strong is working to show that he belongs in the NFL, and Saturday night is a prime opportunity to showcase his big arm.

RB Jason Huntley

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The Eagles have three locks at running back, and his ability in the return game could help Huntley become the fourth running back.

WR Jalen Reagor

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Reagor is a roster lock or sure to be traded, depending on whom you ask. Saturday night provides another opportunity to showcase his talents.

WR Devon Allen

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The Olympic hurdler started his push for a roster spot against the Browns, and another explosive performance could Allen in prime position.

RT Kayode Awosika

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A young and emerging talent, has Awosika done enough to warrant a roster spot?

TE Grant Calcaterra

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A talented pass catcher, Calcaterra finally gets to show the good in real game action.

WR Deon Cain

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Cain took another step towards a roster spot against the Browns, and another dynamic performance could make things difficult for Nick Sirianni and company.

DE Matt Leo

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The 30-year-old pass rusher doesn’t count on the roster, but the Eagles would like Leo to take the same progression Jordan Mailata made as an…

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