Yahoo Sports NFL on Cole Payton

ArticleEagles vs. Bengals preseason game: 7 winners, 6 losers, and 8 IDKsAugust 29, 2026

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Payton showed some promise in the Eagles' first preseason game but he only logged three pass attempts in their final two preseason games... Seems like a good sign for his stock that the Eagles were experimenting with using him on special teams coverage units in this game.

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Payton's special teams usage is a positive sign, but roster spot remains uncertain.

Payton showed promise in the Eagles' first preseason game but only logged three pass attempts in the final two preseason games; the source leans toward him making the team and notes it's a good sign he was used on special teams coverage units in the preseason finale, though he's not a lock.