PFF: West Chester native Hicks a ‘star’ in coverage

PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOVEMBER 13: Jordan Hicks #58 of the Philadelphia Eagles attempts to grab Devonta Freeman #24 of the Atlanta Falcons during a game at Lincoln Financial Field on November 13, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)

PHILADELPHIA, PA - NOVEMBER 13: Jordan Hicks #58 of the Philadelphia Eagles attempts to grab Devonta Freeman #24 of the Atlanta Falcons during a game at Lincoln Financial Field on November 13, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Rich Schultz/Getty Images)
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By Gabriel Burns
Aug 28, 2017
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Eagles linebacker Jordan Hicks, a West Chester native and graduate of Lakota West High School, is becoming one of the better young defenders in the NFL.

Pro Football Focus gave Hicks the league’s highest grade for most coverage snaps played per target. In other words, Hicks often dropped into coverage, and his defense was rarely punished for it.

After an injury ridden career at Texas, Hicks has blossomed since becoming an Eagle in 2015. He’s considered one of their building blocks on a young, talented defense.

Hicks is currently battling a quad injury, and reportedly wouldn’t be ready to play if season started today. He isn’t expected to miss significant time.

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