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Payton's dual-threat upside (2,719 pass, 777 rush yards) could earn 53-man roster spot.
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Payton, a 23-year-old rookie fifth-round pick, is not expected to compete for the backup QB job in 2026 but is an intriguing prospect because of his dual-threat ability. At North Dakota State last season, he threw for 2,719 yards and ran for 777 yards with 13 touchdowns combined. The source notes some folks wonder if the Eagles might find a non-QB role for Payton as a rookie, with comparisons to Taysom Hill. If he looks solid in training camp and contributes on special teams, the Eagles are likely to keep him on the 53-man roster, potentially allowing them to carry four quarterbacks.
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Payton is an intriguing prospect because of his dual-threat ability. Last season with North Dakota State, Payton threw for 2,719 yards and ran for another 777 with 13 touchdowns. That has some folks wondering if the Eagles might be able to find a non-QB role for Payton as a rookie.
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- Payton, a 23-year-old rookie fifth-round pick, is not expected to compete for the backup QB job in 2026 but is an intriguing prospect because of his dual-threat ability. At North Dakota State last season, he threw for 2,719 yards and ran for 777 yards with 13 touchdowns combined. The source notes some folks wonder if the Eagles might find a non-QB role for Payton as a rookie, with comparisons to Taysom Hill. If he looks solid in training camp and contributes on special teams, the Eagles are likely to keep him on the 53-man roster, potentially allowing them to carry four quarterbacks.
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- STACKED tags this as a positive fantasy football signal for Cole Payton (PHI). Payton's dual-threat upside (2,719 pass, 777 rush yards) could earn 53-man roster spot.
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