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Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / June 4

Son of Eagles Legend Impresses With First-Team Defense

Jeremiah Trotter Jr., the former Clemson All-American linebacker, is already making noise in his first NFL offseason. The rookie saw first-team reps during the Philadelphia Eagles’ recent OTA session, taking advantage of an opening created by Nakobe Dean’s absence.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / May 24

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Clemson Tigers News / Clemson Tigers on SI / February 10

Former Clemson Tigers Stars Win Super Bowl Rings with Philadelphia Eagles

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / January 17

Eagles ‘Not Afraid’ as Trotter Moves to Rams Playoff Spotlight

In a poetic twist that draws parallels to Philadelphia Eagles history, rookie linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. has the opportunity to step into the playoff spotlight at Lincoln Financial Field, the very same venue where his father left an indelible mark two decades ago.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / January 14

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. won't earn a better endorsement than Vic Fangio's mention

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / January 5

First Start For Eagles Rookie Linebacker Makes Dad Proud

With the football nestled securely in his locker - his first ever game ball as a professional – Jeremiah Trotter, Jr. was on his cell phone. On the other end was his father and Eagles legend Jeremiah Trotter, Sr., and they were talking about the game Trotter, Jr.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / May 15, 2024

Eagles sign 2024 fifth-round pick Jeremiah Trotter Jr. to rookie contract

Philadelphia Eagles' fifth-round pick of the 2024 NFL Draft, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., officially signed his rookie contract on Wednesday. Trotter Jr. inked a four-year deal worth $4.3 million, per Spotrac.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / May 6, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. has humble reaction to wearing same number as his legendary dad

54 is a special number in the Trotter household. Jeremiah Trotter Sr. wore that number for the Philadelphia Eagles while he went on to rack up four Pro Bowls, an All-Pro nod, and a Super Bowl appearance in eight seasons with the Birds. His son, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., made the number his own as a high school star at St.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL Draft on SI / May 3, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. to Honor Dad By Wearing His Old Jersey Number

In April of 1998, the Philadelphia Eagles made a selection in the third round that would make a resounding impact for years. That was linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr.

Philadelphia Eagles News / 5 GOATs / May 1, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. doesn’t feel ‘any pressure’ to live up to father’s legacy with Philadelphia Eagles

Former Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. said he doesn’t feel “any pressure” to live up to his father’s legacy after the Philadelphia Eagles selected him in the fifth round of the 2024 NFL Draft this past Saturday.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 30, 2024

NFC Notes: Ezekiel Elliott, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Commanders, Cowboys, Eagles

Commanders rookie CB Mike Sainristil is happy to be in Washington and thought he would be drafted to Pittsburgh at 51. “I thought I was going to the Steelers at 51,” Sainristil said, via Commanders Wire.

Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 27, 2024

Clemson LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. offers hope to hometown Eagles

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Clemson Tigers News / Yardbarker / April 17, 2024

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Clemson Tigers News / ACC Digital Network / April 11, 2024

Watch: Clemson LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr. | 2024 NFL Draft Tape

Clemson Tigers News / The 33rd Team / April 11, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. 2024 NFL Draft: Combine Results, Scouting Report For Clemson LB

The 2024 NFL Draft is getting close, making it an excellent time to highlight some of the class' best players with scouting reports. Each report will include strengths, weaknesses and background information. Here's our report on Jeremiah Trotter.

College Football News / Last Word On Sports / March 22, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. 2024 NFL Draft Profile

Position: Off Ball Linebacker School: Clemson Height: 6’0 Weight: 228 lbs Age: 21 years old Arm: 31 1/2″ Hand: 9 1/4″ 3 cone drill: 7.13 seconds 20-yard shuttle: 4.4 seconds Bench Press: 21 reps You know you are getting old when your favorite football players growing up have kids entering the NFL Draft.

Clemson Tigers News / 5 GOATs / February 28, 2024

Jeremiah Trotter Jr. says it would be ‘blessing’ to play for Philadelphia Eagles

Former Clemson linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. wouldn’t mind following in his father’s footsteps with the Philadelphia Eagles. Ahead of the 2024 NFL Scouting Combine, Trotter Jr.