The Philadelphia Eagles are sending five players to the 2025-2026 Pro Bowl, a mix of rising stars and established names who’ve made their mark this season - though not every selection comes without debate. The honorees: cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, linebacker Zack Baun, interior defensive lineman Jalen Carter, and center Cam Jurgens.
Let’s break down what each player brings to the table - and where the selections raise some eyebrows.
CB Quinyon Mitchell: A Shutdown Corner in the Making
Quinyon Mitchell has emerged as one of the league’s premier young corners. While he hasn’t recorded an interception, he’s been locking down receivers all year.
His 17 pass breakups lead the NFL - a clear sign that quarterbacks are testing him, but rarely succeeding. Even more impressive?
Mitchell has allowed fewer than 10 receiving yards in eight games this season. That’s not just solid coverage - that’s erasure.
He’s not just playing well; he’s changing the math for opposing offenses. When one side of the field is effectively off-limits, it opens up the entire defense to play more aggressively. Mitchell’s Pro Bowl nod feels not just earned, but like a stepping stone to what could be an All-Pro season.
CB Cooper DeJean: Versatility Meets Production
Right alongside Mitchell is fellow corner Cooper DeJean, who’s also made a strong case for Pro Bowl - and potentially All-Pro - honors. DeJean has 16 pass breakups, just one shy of Mitchell’s total, but adds more to the stat sheet with 84 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble.
DeJean’s physicality and instincts have made him a key piece in both coverage and run support. He’s not just a corner - he’s a football player in the truest sense.
His ability to play multiple roles in the secondary has been crucial for the Eagles’ defense all season long. Like Mitchell, DeJean is another young cornerstone who looks like he’ll be a fixture in Pro Bowl conversations for years to come.
LB Zack Baun: Still a Force in the Middle
Zack Baun might not be repeating last year’s Defensive Player of the Year finalist-level campaign, but make no mistake - he’s still been a force. Baun leads the Eagles with 117 tackles and has filled up the stat sheet with 2 interceptions, 7 pass breakups, 3.5 sacks, and a forced fumble.
That’s production across the board, and it speaks to Baun’s versatility as a linebacker. He’s been active in coverage, disruptive in the backfield, and reliable against the run. While the spotlight may have shifted to other defenders this season, Baun’s Pro Bowl selection reflects consistent, high-level play that’s been key to the Eagles’ defensive identity.
iDL Jalen Carter: Talent Is There, But the Resume Isn’t
This is where things get a little murky. Jalen Carter is undeniably one of the most gifted interior defenders in the league, but his 2025 campaign hasn’t quite lived up to the billing. Carter has totaled just 20 tackles, two sacks, and six batted passes - and he’s missed five games, including one where he was ejected before taking a snap after an incident involving Dak Prescott.
It’s hard to justify a Pro Bowl spot with that kind of availability and production. Especially when a teammate like Jordan Davis has put up 65 tackles, 4.5 sacks, and six batted passes - numbers that suggest a more impactful season. Carter’s ceiling remains sky-high, but this year, the nod feels more about reputation than results.
C Cam Jurgens: A Surprise Selection
Cam Jurgens is a good player - no question. But this season hasn’t been his best, largely due to offseason back surgery that’s clearly had an impact. While he’s battled through and remained a starter, the Pro Bowl selection feels like a bit of a surprise.
If there’s an Eagles offensive lineman who deserved the recognition, it’s Lane Johnson. When healthy, Johnson has continued to play at an elite level, anchoring the right side of the line with the kind of consistency that’s defined his career. He’s the kind of player who should be in Pro Bowl and Hall of Fame conversations - and this season only added to that résumé.
Final Thoughts
The Eagles are sending five to the Pro Bowl, and for the most part, the selections reflect a team rich in young talent and defensive playmakers. Mitchell, DeJean, and Baun have all earned their spots with standout seasons.
Carter and Jurgens? Those picks are more debatable - but they’re also reminders of how reputation, potential, and name recognition can still sway the process.
Either way, the Eagles’ presence in the Pro Bowl is a testament to the depth and talent on this roster - and a sign that this team’s core could be a force for years to come.