Nick Lodolo makes his 2026 debut but the Reds lose their eighth in a row
Nick Lodolo returns for Reds but they lose eighth straight game
Former Eagles WR Jalen Reagor is trying out for the Cleveland Browns as he seeks another NFL opportunity after a challenging career. Reagor was drafted 21st overall in 2020 but faced criticism for not living up to expectations.
Former Philadelphia Eagles first-round draft pick Jalen Reagor is apparently still searching for another NFL opportunity.
According to reports, the Cleveland Browns recently brought Reagor in for a tryout as the former first-round selection attempts to continue what has become a winding professional football journey. At one point, Reagor was viewed as a foundational piece for the Eagles' offense.
Philadelphia selected him with the 21st overall pick during the 2020 NFL Draft, hoping his explosiveness, speed, and return ability would add another dynamic layer to the offense. Instead, his tenure in Philadelphia quickly became one of the more heavily scrutinized draft decisions in recent franchise history.
Fair or unfair, much of that criticism stemmed from who came after him. The Eagles famously drafted Reagor one selection ahead of Justin Jefferson, a reality that followed him throughout his time in Philadelphia and intensified scrutiny surrounding every drop, missed opportunity, and inconsistent performance.
Since leaving Philadelphia, Reagor has struggled to establish a long-term footing anywhere. He spent time with the Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, and while attempting to revive his career as both a receiver and return specialist. While flashes of athleticism still appear occasionally, consistency has remained elusive.
Jalen Reagor left the Philadelphia Eagles due to inconsistent performance and scrutiny over being drafted before Justin Jefferson.
Jalen Reagor is currently trying out for the Cleveland Browns.
Jalen Reagor was selected 21st overall in the 2020 NFL Draft.
Nick Lodolo returns for Reds but they lose eighth straight game
Kaden Honeycutt claims his first Truck Series victory at Watkins Glen after an exciting finish!
Altamont and Milford to clash in 1A softball championship game!
Carter Rutenbar avoids concussion after nose injury in game.
Mets prospects Jonathan Santucci and Jonah Tong deliver notable pitching performances
49ers coach hints at key positional battles for punter and kick returner this offseason
See every story in Sports — including breaking news and analysis.
That said, NFL teams continue giving him opportunities for a reason.
Reagor still possesses traits organizations covet. He remains explosive in space, offers versatility on special teams, and has enough raw speed to stress defenses vertically. For teams looking to add competition at the bottom of the roster, taking a low-risk look at a former first-round talent often makes sense.
For Cleveland, the tryout represents little risk and possible upside. The Browns continue searching for offensive playmakers and wide receiver depth, particularly players capable of contributing in multiple phases.
Reagor’s return ability alone could make him intriguing enough to warrant a closer look during camp competition. Whether anything ultimately develops from the tryout remains unclear.
Still, the fact that Reagor continues receiving opportunities speaks to both the league’s belief in his athletic talent and the difficult reality of first-round expectations. Sometimes careers don’t unfold the way anyone initially imagined, but as long as teams keep making calls, the opportunity for redemption remains alive.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Former Eagles first-round pick lands tryout with the Browns