Fangio has given Brown, Mukuba and McCollum looks with the first team, but Brown will get the first crack at the job. When the Eagles go to a base defense, DeJean has been sliding from slot cornerback to safety to keep him on the field -- so that presents a wrinkle into the competition as well.

After weeks of anticipation from rabid fans, the media, and the NFL, the Eagles are starting an urgent and exciting training camp, and we're highlighting six early position battles to watch.

Adoree’ Jackson says he is embracing the battle with Ringo, while the former Georgia product says he needs to be more “sticky” in coverage with the ball in the air.