Erick Trickel· Aug 6, 2026
Trickel argues Eyioma Uwazurike is poised to take over the starting defensive line job vacated by John Franklin-Myers, at least on early downs, because of his run defense, though he expects a rotation with Malcolm Roach.
“So, for that reason, Eyioma Uwazurike could be poised for the JFM job, at least on early downs.”
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Eyioma Uwazurike to be 1st on the depth chart
“So, for that reason, Eyioma Uwazurike could be poised for the JFM job, at least on early downs. ... Uwazurike isn’t a bad choice to be the starter with his play against the run”
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