The Eagles are making sure Dean feels like that now. “He’s such a big part of this defense and this team,” Baun. “As a linebacker corps, we call ourselves the heartbeat of the defense.

The Lions, who had the best record in the NFL at 15-2 before losing in the divisional round, added cornerback D.J. Reed, and ...

Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean, overcoming injuries and setbacks, is poised for a breakout season as he embraces his role in Vic Fangio's defense. Nakobe Dean, the Philadelphia Eagles ...

That deal was worth $4 million, but Baun is in line to make a lot more this year and that will complicate the Eagles' chances of holding onto him in 2025. Nakobe Dean, who played alongside Baun ...