The fan-favorite CB2 turned in a disappointing showing at Training Camp, prompting a clear message from Nick Sirianni.

It was supposed to be his moment.

With James Bradberry gone and the CB2 spot wide open across from Quinyon Mitchell, Kelee Ringo entered Eagles Training Camp as the clear favorite to claim the job. But on Day 1, instead of separating himself from the competition, Ringo raised eyebrows for the wrong reasons—and not just among the media.

Head coach Nick Sirianni, normally composed and energetic on the practice field, was visibly frustrated with Ringo’s performance. Misreads, late reactions, and a busted coverage during red-zone drills led to two touchdowns allowed—one of them a wide-open score that drew immediate attention from both coaches and teammates.

“It’s early, but you can’t afford to start slow in that battle,” one team insider noted. “And Nick wasn’t happy.”

Ringo, entering his second year, had gained momentum throughout the offseason. Coaches praised his physical traits and commitment in OTAs, and his size-speed combo made him a natural fit in Vic Fangio’s system. But with rookie Cooper DeJean and veteran Isaiah Rodgers also pushing for reps, the leash isn’t long—and every rep matters.

Nick Sirianni didn’t single Ringo out by name, but his message during the defensive huddle was crystal clear.

“We’ve got a lot of talented guys in that room—but talent only matters if it shows up on time, in the right place, doing the right thing. Some guys still need to learn that.” Sirianni said, pacing slowly between reps. The comment hung in the air, and everyone knew who it was meant for.

For a team chasing another Super Bowl run, the margin for error is thin. And while Ringo still has plenty of time to bounce back, the message from Day 1 is clear: nothing is guaranteed.

In Philly, you don’t get handed a job. You earn it. And the clock is already ticking.