Eagles News: Can Philadelphia’s much improved secondary slow Terry McLaurin?

A look at the Philadelphia Eagles' improved secondary and their chances of slowing down Terry McLaurin

The Philadelphia Eagles have made significant improvements to their secondary this offseason, adding cornerback James Bradberry and safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

The Eagles' secondary was a major weakness in 2021, allowing the most passing yards in the NFL. but the additions of Bradberry and Gardner-Johnson should help to shore up the unit.

Bradberry is a three-time Pro Bowler who has been one of the most consistent cornerbacks in the NFL over the past few seasons.

Gardner-Johnson is a versatile safety who can play both free safety and strong safety. He is also a good tackler and has a knack for making big plays.

The Eagles will need their secondary to play well in order to slow down Terry McLaurin, one of the most dangerous wide receivers in the NFL.

McLaurin is a big, physical receiver who is also very fast. He is coming off a season in which he had over 1,000 receiving yards and five touchdowns.

The Eagles will likely match Bradberry up with McLaurin for most of the game. Bradberry is one of the few cornerbacks in the NFL who can match McLaurin's size and speed.

The Eagles will also need to get pressure on Washington quarterback Carson Wentz. If Wentz has time to throw, he will be able to find McLaurin deep down the field.

The Eagles have a tough task ahead of them in trying to slow down Terry McLaurin, but they have the talent in their secondary to get the job done.

If Bradberry, Gardner-Johnson, and the rest of the Eagles' secondary can play well, they will give the Eagles a chance to win the game.