Carson Wentz is embroiled in one of his toughest seasons since taking over for the Eagles as a rookie and despite calls for him to be benched, Philadelphia is “firmly committed” to the No. 2 overall pick in the 2016 NFL.
Ian Rapoport of NFL Media reported that Wentz has the Eagles full support and team brass believe that his turnover issues this season are “fixable” and about simply toning down his aggressive nature.
The @NFLGameDay Notebook with @MikeGarafolo and @TomPelissero: On the #Eagles firm belief in QB Carson Wentz; why practice makes Cam perfect; the #Raiders COVID issues at practice; and when #Saints QB Drew Brees will return. pic.twitter.com/43mmBgP0G9
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) November 22, 2020
The Eagles talked all week about fixing their “sloppy” practice habits and playing smarter football, while for Wentz, it’s simply about making better decisions with the football and limiting the league-leading 16 giveaways.
