When the Philadelphia Eagles drafted Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Jihaad Campbell in the first round of the 2025 selection process, the organization acknowledged that it would take some time for the prospect to see the field.

At 6-foot-3, 235 pounds, Jihaad Campbell towers over the running backs he matches up against in man coverage. But don’t mistake his size for a lack of speed. Just ask AJ Dillon, one of the newest faces in the running backs room.

The first-round linebacker was ready in time to practice from training camp's start, and he has a clear path to becoming one of the Eagles' starters.