"Too Slow, Too Raw" — Now He’s Lighter, Sharper, and Coming for Carter’s Reps
Doubts have surrounded this Eagles lineman since he entered the league, with critics labeling him too slow and too raw for a loaded defensive front. Snap counts dwindled, and expectations faded last fall.
By late 2024, questions about quickness and pass-rush burst seemed justified. With just ten games played and twelve tackles, his presence behind Jalen Carter barely registered. Opposing linemen handled him with ease, and Philadelphia’s coaches reduced his role to spot duty.
But that narrative might be changing in 2025. As the Eagles ramp up preparations for another Super Bowl run, a slimmer, faster version of Moro Ojomo has appeared in OTAs — one that’s catching coaches’ attention.
Ojomo, once carrying 292 pounds on a 6’3” frame, spent the offseason transforming his body. Insiders say he’s dropped 25 pounds, now hovering closer to 270, aiming to boost his first step and chase down quarterbacks.
“They said I was too slow, too stiff — not built to pressure elite quarterbacks. So I dropped 25 pounds, sharpened my burst, and now I’m back to fight for every snap behind Jalen Carter. This is my comeback season.”
For a team that thrives on interior pressure, Ojomo’s emergence could spell trouble for opposing offenses. His speed and flexibility at a lighter weight offer the Eagles a different weapon in the rotation.
As training camp nears, defensive coaches insist competition is open behind Carter. Ojomo’s new edge gives Philadelphia’s front four a reason to believe in depth — and maybe, redemption for a player once written off as "too raw."
Whether he carves out a larger role or not, Ojomo’s transformation proves that even in the NFL, hard work and self-belief can rewrite a player's story. Don’t be surprised if the comeback season everyone doubted is the one they remember most.
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