The transformation of the Philadelphia Eagles defense can't be told without mentioning Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Two of the major catalysts toward the revitalization of the unit, the Eagles' first- and second-round picks immediately improved the secondary upon their arrival.

The Philadelphia Eagles' two rookie defensive backs are terrific on the field, but couldn't be more different off the field in their approach to interviews.

Recently hired Jets head coach Aaron Glenn trained Eagles safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson in high school, was the defensive backs coach with a part in drafting him to the Saints in 2019 and was the defensive coordinator who helped bring him to the Lions as a free agent in 2023.

Philadelphia rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean have helped turn a secondary that was a decided weakness last season into a strength headed into the Super Bowl rematch against the Kansas City

Rookies Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean, the new "Lito and Sheldon," have instantly transformed the Eagles' defense.