The NFL’s kickoff rule change sparked a return revolution—touchbacks now at the 25-yard line, not the 20, led to a 40% spike in returns. But the Eagles? Still lagging, ranking near the bottom in return yards and yards per return. Special teams coach Michael Clay admits it’s on him to fix it, reworking blocking schemes and return paths to turn a liability into a weapon. With Darren Sproles’ last big return a distant memory, the spotlight’s on Will Shipley—the fourth-round rookie who led the team last year—but Tank Bigsby, Britain Covey, Makai Lemon, and new signing Dameon Pierce are also in the mix. Whoever steps up could shift field position and momentum, turning kick returns from a weakness into a game-changer.
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