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Makai Lemon Sends Clear Message to Eagles Fans Ahead of Season Opener

Makai Lemon Sends Clear Message to Eagles Fans Ahead of Season Opener

Summary

Makai Lemon, a new wide receiver for the Philadelphia Eagles, has returned to full practice after a hamstring injury. He expects to be ready and in top shape for the Eagles’ first game of the season in a little over two weeks.

Key Facts

  • Makai Lemon is the Eagles' first-round draft pick, brought in to replace wide receiver A.J. Brown.
  • He missed two weeks of spring practice and eight practices in training camp due to a hamstring injury.
  • Lemon returned to full practice recently and feels confident about not re-injuring his hamstring.
  • Lemon had a strong college career at USC, catching 79 passes for 1,156 yards and 11 touchdowns in one season.
  • He won the Fred Biletnikoff Award as the best college wide receiver and was named a unanimous All-American.
  • Comparisons have been made between Lemon and Lions’ star Amon-Ra St. Brown.
  • Lemon has not yet played in a preseason game but may appear in the final preseason game or in the regular-season opener on September 13.
  • Fans are hopeful he will perform well this season based on his recent progress and confidence.
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