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Mukuba’s Rise or Fall with Eagles | Philadelphia Eagles News
The Eagles’ safety future hinges on Andrew Mukuba, their second-round 2025 draft pick, poised to step into Reed Blankenship’s former role after his move to Houston. Mukuba’s 2024 performance—46 tackles, 2 interceptions, and more tackles for loss than Blankenship—earned him a bigger role, even as he recovers from a serious ankle and fibula fracture that ended his season. With Cooper DeJean shifting to safety, Mukuba and DeJean will anchor the back seven, but his health and consistency are critical—especially since the run defense cratered after his injury. Talent is there, but staying healthy…
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