Dean recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) and a pass defensed during Thursday's 26-18 win versus the Commanders. Dean rotated out for just three defensive snaps in Week 11, and he managed double digits in the tackle column for the third time this season. He's safely on pace for his first 100-tackle season headed into Week 12, when the Eagles will travel to take on the Rams.
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ACTIVELatest Nakobe Dean news
Team
Philadelphia Eagles
Birthdate
12/13/2000 (23)
Status
Active
HT/WT
5'11", 231 lbs
Draft Info
2022: Rd 3; Pk (PHI)
Birthplace
Horn Lake, MS, USA
Position
LB
College
Georgia
Experience
3 seasons
Career History
Philadelphia Eagles
2022-Present
(3 seasons)
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TOT 7.0SACK 0.4SOLO 4.9AST 2.2INT 0.2TFL 0.5
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Full season projectionsTOT 40.0SACK 1.0SOLO 24.0AST 16.0
Dean recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) and a pass defensed during Thursday's 26-18 win versus the Commanders. Dean rotated out for just three defensive snaps in Week 11, and he managed double digits in the tackle column for the third time this season. He's safely on pace for his first 100-tackle season headed into Week 12, when the Eagles will travel to take on the Rams.
Dean (groin) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice. Dean upgraded to full participation Wednesday after opening the Eagles' week of practice with an estimated DNP, so it appears he's moved past his groin issue in time for Thursday night's divisional matchup against the Commanders. The Georgia product has recorded 66 total tackles, including 2.0 sacks, and defended three passes through the Eagles' first nine games this season. He's expected to start alongside Zack Baun in Philadelphia's linebacker corps in Week 11.
Dean (groin) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's practice estimation. Dean was estimated as a DNP on Monday, but he was able to upgrade his participation during Tuesday's walkthrough. Wednesday's practice will provide a clearer picture of his status heading into Thursday night's game against the Commanders. In the five games since the Eagles' Week 5 bye, Dean has logged 40 tackles (23 solo), including 2.0 sacks, two pass defenses (including one interception) and one fumble recovery.
Dean (groin) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimation. Dean played 40 defensive snaps and recorded six total tackles in Sunday's blowout win over the Cowboys; however, Monday's estimated DNP suggests he picked up a groin injury in the process. The Georgia product likely needs to upgrade to at least limited participation either Tuesday or Wednesday in order to suit up for Thursday night's matchup against the Commanders.
Dean recorded two solo tackles, two pass breakups and a game-clinching interception in Sunday's 28-23 win over the Jaguars. The inside linebacker leaped to pick off a pass in the end zone as Jacksonville was driving late in the fourth to potentially take the lead. Dean also played all 51 defensive snaps on the day. The 2022 third-round pick out of Georgia already has set career highs in nearly every major statistical category in 2024 with 60 tackles (37 solo), including 2.0 sacks, three passes defensed, an interception and a fumble recovery.
Dean recorded nine tackles (seven solo) and a fumble recovery during Sunday's 37-17 win at Cincinnati. Dean has now posted at least seven tackles in all of his last six games, putting him on pace for well over 100 over the course of an entire season. He'll profile as a solid IDP play in Week 9 when Philadelphia hosts the Jaguars.
Dean recorded 11 total tackles (six solo), including 2.0 sacks, in Sunday's 28-3 win over the Giants. The 23-year-old has now racked up 23 total tackles across Philadelphia's last two games, bringing his season total to 49 tackles. Dean had also never recorded a full sack before Sunday's win, taking down Daniel Jones in the second and third quarters. The third-year pro from Georgia appears to be settling into the Eagles' top inside linebacker role and is expected to continue making plays in Week 8's matchup against the Bengals.
Dean recorded 12 tackles (seven solo) in the Eagles' 20-16 win over the Browns on Sunday. The inside linebacker did not appear to be impacted by the ankle injury that made him a limited participant in the Wednesday practice session during the week leading up to the game. Dean also played on 96 percent of Philadelphia's defensive snaps. The third-year pro already has a career-high 38 tackles through five games.
Dean (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice. Dean upgraded to full participation in Friday's practice after logging limited sessions Wednesday and Thursday, indicating that he's moved past his ankle injury in time for Sunday's matchup against the Browns. Expect the third-year pro to start alongside Zack Baun as part of Philadelphia's top inside linebacker duo in Week 6.