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Every NFL team’s roster, ranked by preseason potential

By Rucker Haringey

SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 03: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles in action against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on December 3, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA - DECEMBER 03: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles in action against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field on December 3, 2017 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Jonathan Ferrey/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 10: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles drops back to pass against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on December 10, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – DECEMBER 10: Quarterback Carson Wentz #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles drops back to pass against the Los Angeles Rams at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on December 10, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Gross/Getty Images) /

1. Philadelphia Eagles

When Carson Wentz is healthy and at the controls of the Eagles offense it’s the most dangerous group in the league. It isn’t full of All-Pro players, but the talent spread all over the starting group makes it impossible to defend.

Don’t forget just how dangerous this team can be running the football. A full season of Jay Ajayi behind this talented offensive line could produce massive rushing totals. In particular, keep an eye on Jason Kelce who’s becoming one of the best centers in the NFL.

If defenses load up against the run the Eagles have more than enough firepower to beat them through the air. Wentz has a cannon for an arm. The presence of Alshon Jeffery and Nelson Agholor on the outside can punish single coverage in any direction. There’s no good way to defend the Eagles attack.

Philadelphia’s defensive front is just as good. Fletcher Cox is one of the most disruptive defensive tackles in the league. Brandon Graham and Michael Bennett will give the team plenty of pass rush off the edge. The team needs more out of Jordan Hicks at middle linebacker, but expect him to play better in 2018 or else he’ll be replaced.

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The one potential weakness for the Eagles is in the secondary. Ronald Darby and Michael Jenkins are both above average players, but the other starters are susceptible to big plays. Specifically, Jalen Mills and Sidney Jones need to play much better at corner.

Looking at the total roster it’s clear the Eagles have the most overall talent. That doesn’t make them a lock to win back to back Super Bowls, but it gives them a real chance to accomplish the impressive feat.