The Eagles added depth at cornerback with the acquisition of Bennett from the Raiders while trading a way a contributor to their Super Bowl team.

With Kelee Ringo and Adoree' Jackson failing to separate themselves in a neck-and-neck battle, the Eagles were proactive in acquiring some outside help in order to make the competition more interesting. The Eagles acquired Jakorian Bennett from the Raiders in exchange for Thomas Booker, a player-for-player swap that has implications for both sides.

Saquon Barkley has declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump’s council on sports, fitness, and nutrition, which is being revitalized under an executive order that also reestablishes the Presidential Fitness Test for American children.

Saquon Barkley has declined an invitation to join President Donald Trump’s council on sports, fitness, and nutrition

Philadelphia Eagles star running back Saquon Barkley said Monday he was surprised to learn he had been named to the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness and Nutrition because he had turned down the opportunity earlier this year.