Rookies for Eagles and Chiefs could play a key role in the Super Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell (27) intercepts a pass intended for Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia.

Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Quinyon Mitchell (27) intercepts a pass intended for Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) during the second half of the NFC Championship NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Derik Hamilton)


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NEW ORLEANS — 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 Chiefs. They aren't the only rookies who could make a big impact in the Super Bowl with the Eagles having several key contributors from their draft class and Kansas CIty relying heavily on speedy receiver Xavier Worthy in the passing game.

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