The Philadelphia Eagles didn't draft Cooper DeJean for him to be a backup or developmental prospect, and just hours before the home opener on Monday Night Football, the former All-America

The second-round draft pick is stringing together good practices, according to head coach Nick Sirianni, and could be ready to man the slot against the Atlanta Falcons.

Cooper DeJean is going to be the Eagles’ full-time slot at some point. It seems inevitable. It’s just a matter of when.

The Eagles' other rookies have learned their lessons both on and off the field. Some have shown promise right away like edge rusher Jalyx Hunt, a third-round pick. Others have had a rough time, such as fifth-round pick Ainias Smith, a wide receiver.