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Eagles Add Former WR Return Specialist to Practice Squad, Fans Spot Surprise at Practice

The Eagles made a quiet but intriguing roster move this week, one that could impact their special teams unit heading into the regular season. Just days after final cutdowns around the league, Philadelphia wasted no time in adding a familiar name back into the building.

With the practice squad still shuffling, the Eagles are using every available spot to prepare for a grueling schedule. Injuries and roster turnover always open doors, and one veteran of the team’s past has now walked back through it, eager for a second chance.

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Fans at practice today immediately recognized the sight. Lining up on the field, wearing midnight green again, was a player whose best shot at sticking may come in the return game. After all, the Eagles are still searching for stability at that role.

The reunion comes after a brief stop elsewhere in the NFL. Earlier this offseason, he was claimed by the Los Angeles Rams, but the experiment didn’t last. Following final cuts, he was released—free to find another opportunity. Philadelphia offered the perfect landing spot.

That player is Britain Covey, the former undrafted wideout who became the Eagles’ primary returner during their 2022 Super Bowl run. Known for his quickness and fearlessness, Covey now rejoins the team on the practice squad, with an eye toward possibly reclaiming his old returner job.

Speaking on his comeback, Covey said: “This city gave me my first real shot in the NFL. To be back here, practicing again, it feels like coming home. I know nothing is guaranteed, but I’m ready to earn every rep and help this team however I can.”

For the Eagles, it’s a low-risk, high-upside move. For Covey, it’s a second chance at proving he belongs in the NFL—and perhaps, once again, the man to spark life into Philadelphia’s return game.

Eagles Cheerleader Sues an Eagles Player for Harassment by Flirting with Her While Already Married
Can you believe it? A charming, dynamic cheerleader from the Philadelphia Eagles is "exploding" and dragging a team player to court for "unforgivable" behaviors! Abigale Licciardi – the star of the Eagles Cheer Squad – has officially filed a lawsuit, and the drama behind it is stirring up NFL fans! Could this be the "biggest scandal" in Eagles history? Read now to discover the "scorching" details! Abigale Licciardi, a professional cheerleader for the American football team Philadelphia Eagles in the NFL, is a prominent member of the Eagles Cheer Squad group. She is a former student at the University of Pennsylvania, where she participated in the local cheer squad and dance activities. Before that, Abigale was a dancer for NBA events and holds a bachelor's degree in communications from Temple University. Abigale is active on social media, often sharing about games at Lincoln Financial Field, community activities, and her role as a brand ambassador for the Eagles. As part of the Eagles Cheer Squad team consisting of about 47 members (combining male and female), Abigale participates in fan interactions, charity events like "Dream On 3," and performances at Eagles games. She has an Instagram account (@abigalelicciardi) with posts about cheer life and a TikTok (@abigale_eagles) where she shares videos about game days and dance routines. Before joining the Eagles, she worked at a local event company, proving her versatility and passion. But the "nightmare" struck when Abigale got "entangled" with an Eagles player! That's Mike Thornton, a backup defensive end who rarely plays for the Eagles – a guy who's practically "anonymous" to fans, only playing sporadically on special teams and never a pillar. Thornton, 29 years old, has been married since 2021 to his wife, a community nurse, and they have two young children (one boy and one girl). Yet, according to Abigale's lawsuit, Thornton has been "flirting" with her recklessly, despite his happy family life! The "explosion" happened when Thornton started sending "sweet" messages to Abigale via Instagram, praising her smile and energy after performances. At first, Abigale thought it was just friendly praise from a teammate, but things quickly "crossed the line" into harassment! Thornton called her in the middle of the night – sometimes at 1-2 a.m. – to "share" about playing pressures, invite her for private dinners, and even send "suggestive" videos filmed at the gym! Abigale stated in the lawsuit: "He knows I only focus on my career and the team, but he won't stop. Those midnight calls make me anxious and stressed, severely affecting my performance!" According to insider sources, Thornton has been "stalking" Abigale since preseason, frequently "lingering" at community events she attends, and intentionally "creating situations" to approach her. Thornton's wife, upon learning, went "crazy" and threatened to break up, but the guy remains "blind"! The Eagles are "shaken" by this scandal: The team management has temporarily isolated Thornton for investigation, while fans are divided – one side defends Abigale's "brave accusation," the other suspects it's a "staged script." The NFL league is also intervening, which could lead to heavy fines or removal from the roster! Abigale, with her "queen" image on TikTok and Instagram, is now becoming a "victim" of harassment – a thorny issue in the sports world! How will the court punish Thornton? And will the Eagles "clean up" the team to protect their cheerleaders? Don't miss out – follow now for the next "drama" update! What do you think about this case, comment below!