{"id":257316,"date":"2026-08-01T20:10:17","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T20:10:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/257316\/"},"modified":"2026-08-01T20:10:17","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T20:10:17","slug":"eagles-explain-jihaad-campbells-absence-from-nfl-training-camp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/257316\/","title":{"rendered":"Eagles Explain Jihaad Campbell’s Absence From NFL Training Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – SEPTEMBER 04: Jihaad Campbell #30 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrates after defeating the Dallas Cowboys in the game at Lincoln Financial Field on September 04, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Emilee Chinn\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

As the Philadelphia Eagles<\/a> held another training camp session on Saturday, August 1, there were a handful of players noticeably absent from the session.<\/p>\n

The second-year linebacker Jihaad Campbell was not on the field. The Eagles revealed that Campbell\u2019s absence<\/a> was excused and not deemed injury-related.<\/p>\n

\"Cincinnati\"Cincinnati<\/p>\n

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 AUGUST 7: Jihaad Campbell #30 and Ty Robinson #95 of the Philadelphia Eagles look on against the Cincinnati Bengals<\/a> in the first half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Lincoln Financial Field on August 7, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Eagles defeated the Bengals 34-27. (Photo by Mitchell Leff\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Eagles Explain Jihaad Campbell\u2019s Absence From NFL Training Camp<\/p>\n

It appears that Campbell was back at Alabama receiving his degree.<\/p>\n

His former football program congratulated the standout linebacker on Saturday, via Instagram.<\/p>\n

\u201cBack to finish what he started! \ud83c\udf93,\u201d Alabama football\u2019s account posted<\/a> to its 1.5 million followers on Instagram. \u201cCongratulations to @j1camp on earning his degree!\u201d<\/p>\n

Jihaad Campbell\u2019s NFL Journey
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GettyTUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA \u2013 SEPTEMBER 28: Jihaad Campbell #11 of the Alabama Crimson Tide reacts during the fourth quarter against the Georgia Bulldogs at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 28, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Todd Kirkland\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

The 22-year-old linebacker attended Alabama from 2022-2024. He played in three seasons for the Crimson Tide.<\/p>\n

As a freshman, Campbell appeared in nine games. During his sophomore season, he played in 13 games, racking up 66 tackles and one interception.<\/p>\n

In his third and final season at Alabama, Campbell appeared in 13 games. He collected 117 tackles; 11.5 were for a loss. He also racked up 5.0 sacks and picked off one interception.<\/p>\n

\"Cleveland\"Cleveland<\/p>\n

GettyPHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA \u2013 AUGUST 16: Jihaad Campbell #30 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on prior to the NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Cleveland Browns<\/a> at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Campbell finished his college career with 184 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and 2 interceptions. After he was named First-Team All-SEC, Campbell was drafted by the Eagles in the first round. He was the 31st overall pick in 2025.<\/p>\n

As a rookie, Campbell appeared in 17 games for the Eagles during the 2025 NFL season. He was recognized as a starter for 10 of those matchups.<\/p>\n

The young linebacker totaled 80 tackles. Two of those tackles were for a loss. He also deflected three passes and had one interception. Heading into his second season with the Eagles, Campbell is expected to play a big role for the team.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA\/NFL reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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