Eagles name DeVonta Smith top receiver but leave No. 2 spot open
The Eagles expect DeVonta Smith to be the primary receiver with a developing rotation around him that includes young playmakers like Wicks and Lemon, while Makai Lemon’s rookie status and hamstring recovery add urgency for immediate contributions. Off the line and depth pieces, including Kendall and Lampkin, are proving more reliable—bolstering interior O-line upside—and the team faces typical 2026 scrutiny with a need for several receivers to step up alongside a high-performing rushing duo.
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About Bob Wicks
Robert Blaine Wicks is an American former professional football player. He played college football for the Utah State Aggies and was selected in the eighth round of the 1972 National Football League (NFL) draft by the St. Louis Cardinals. He played in the NFL as a wide receiver for two seasons, appearing for the Cardinals, Green Bay Packers and New Orleans Saints.
Everything about Bob Wicks →- Occupation
- American football player
- Citizenship
- United States
- Born
- July 24, 1950