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PositiveUsageSep 14, 2026
Britain Covey was temporarily elevated from the practice squad to be the Eagles' punt returner in Week 1. His four returns produced 37 yards for a quality 9.7 average.PositiveRoleSep 13, 2026
Britain Covey is active and among the six receivers dressed for Week 1; he was temporarily elevated from the practice squad and will likely serve as the Eagles' punt returner.PositiveRoleSep 12, 2026
Temporarily elevated from practice squad to active roster for Week 1 against Washington; figures to serve as primary punt returner in addition to providing depth at wide receiver. The elevation was widely expected and Covey can be elevated up to two more times this season under the temporary elevation rules.PositiveRoleSep 1, 2026
Rookie receiver forced to change from No. 18 to No. 85 after Cole Payton took No. 18; the source describes No. 85 as too big of a number for such a small receiver and rates his stock down; suggests Covey might target No. 14 (Andy Dalton) or No. 16 (Tanner McKee) if the Eagles reduce their quarterback roster.PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026
Covey is a contender to be temporarily elevated to the roster if the Eagles want to use him as their punt returner; also provides depth at slot receiver. The source notes it's currently unclear how the Eagles plan to handle punt returns, making Covey a key option for that role.PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026
The source notes that Covey, a WR, was released as a vested veteran and is now free to sign with any team. However, the source identifies him as a top contender to be temporarily elevated to the roster early in the season to be the Eagles' punt returner, suggesting he has a clear special teams role.NegativeDepth ChartAug 29, 2026
Covey is designated for the practice squad, indicating a reserve developmental role.NegativeRoleAug 26, 2026
Covey took reps as a punt returner during the public practice alongside Makai Lemon and Cooper DeJean.PositiveUsageAug 24, 2026
Covey's sole catch went for a 14-yard touchdown. He muffed a punt return but was ultimately able to get back on the ball.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Receiver had a zigzag 14-yard touchdown reception from Tanner McKee to close the first half.NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026
Covey muffed the game's first punt but managed to recover it and retain possession. Later, he caught a touchdown pass from Tanner McKee on a screen play during the two-minute drill, showing execution in the passing game.NegativeDepth ChartAug 19, 2026
Covey is the Eagles' best punt returner but faces roster pressure due to the wide receiver logjam. The source notes 'there just isn't room for those guys' despite Covey's special teams value as the team's top punt returner.NegativeRoleAug 16, 2026
Covey was first up at punt returner in the preseason game against Baltimore.NegativeRoleAug 12, 2026
Listed as the top punt returner on the depth chart, which makes sense as he's probably the best option assuming Cooper DeJean is off the table due to his defensive role. However, the source is not sure Covey makes the roster.NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026
Covey (hamstring) had limited participation in practice but was active enough to shake DeJean on an out route for a completion during 1-on-1 drills.NegativeUsageAug 10, 2026
Covey caught a pass on a curl route but Tariq Castro-Fields ripped the ball out of his control.NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026
WR Britain Covey was limited in practice on 8/10 due to a hamstring injury; one of five players dealing with hamstring issues during the second week of training camp.NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026
The source reports that Covey saw a lot of targets early in camp but has been dealing with a hamstring injury. The team can probably keep him on the practice squad if they want him in the punt returner mix.NegativeDepth ChartAug 9, 2026
Covey is projected to be on the Eagles' practice squad as a wide receiver.NegativeInjuryAug 9, 2026
Covey saw a lot of targets early in camp but he's been dealing with a hamstring injury and the team can probably keep him on the practice squad if they want him to be in the punt returner mix.NegativeInjuryAug 9, 2026
Did not participate in practice due to hamstring injury.NegativeInjuryAug 7, 2026
Covey did not participate in today's practice due to a hamstring injury.NegativeInjuryAug 5, 2026
Wide receiver/return specialist Britain Covey left Tuesday's practice early and did not practice Wednesday due to a hamstring injury, affecting his availability during training camp.NegativeInjuryAug 4, 2026
Covey walked off the field with trainers during practice, indicating an injury.NegativeRoleAug 2, 2026
Covey has caught more passes than anybody in the first few days of camp because quarterbacks love throwing to him—he's smart, knows the entire route tree, and catches everything. However, with only 13 catches in three seasons (six in one game against the Falcons in 2024), it's hard to imagine him having a role in the offense. He's the perfect practice player because he makes the quarterback look good. Covey is clearly on the roster bubble this summer; if he makes the 53-man roster, it will be because of his punt return ability (11.3 average, 9th-highest among active NFL returners with at least 50 returns and 4th-highest in Eagles history). He isn't hurting himself catching the ball the way he has.PositiveUsageAug 1, 2026
Covey made two notable catches in practice. He caught a tight-window pass over the middle from Hurts that was bobbled and nearly picked off (not Hurts' fault), and made a good completion on a crossing route in 7-on-7 drills with Quinyon Mitchell trailing in the area. Shows continued involvement in the offense.PositiveUsageJul 30, 2026
Caught a crossing route from backup QB Tanner McKee in second-team 11-on-11 drills; was schemed open on the play.PositiveRoleJul 30, 2026
Caught a crossing route from Tanner McKee in 11-on-11 drills; was schemed open on the play.PositiveUsageJul 29, 2026
Covey caught a downfield pass from Cole Payton on the final play of practice and was able to find the end zone after the catch. He also fielded punt returns during special teams drills.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
Listed on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026
Covey is on the Eagles practice squad as a wide receiver.NegativeRoleJul 29, 2026
Covey could begin the season on the practice squad as the Eagles' primary punt returner.