wasn't supposed to be the hero for the Thursday night. James would have been lucky to see a defensive snap in the game based on his roster status and his position on the depth chart.James, who signed with the Eagles practice squad nine days ago and was promoted to the active roster Monday, was thrust into action after the devastating head injury to that left him down on the field for several minutes before leaving on a stretcher. With already having
Aidan Hutchinson Jersey left the game with a hamstring injury, the Eagles were down to just James and as the lone active cornerbacks.James, who had just two career snaps when he entered the game, received advice from Eagles safety that he already knew: be ready. You know
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Jarrad Davis Jersey just one play, but could lead toward James sticking around another week.
