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Vic Fangio Challenges Jalen Carter’s Conditioning After Return to Action

Fangio’s public push comes after a preseason shoulder issue curtailed Carter’s preparation.

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Aug 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter walks through the tunnel before a game against the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Eagles defensive coordinator said Carter "needs to round into better shape" and noted the player agrees with that assessment.
  • Fangio cited a shoulder problem and reduced practice reps as reasons Carter is still building his fitness.
  • Carter was ejected before the first snap of Week 1 for spitting on Dak Prescott but avoided further suspension and was available in Week 2.
  • In the win at Kansas City, he played about 80% of snaps with two tackles and three quarterback hits as he works toward full form.
  • Head coach Nick Sirianni said Carter is "working his butt off" to reach peak condition, and local reporting says the shoulder is not expected to slow him much despite a reported questionable tag for Week 3.