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previous item. ... Maclin's loss (due to a torn ACL suffered Saturday) is substantial for the Eagles, but GM Howie Roseman believes his production can be replaced. "We have a lot of faith in our skill position group as a whole and that's kind of how we look at it," Roseman told reporters, via the Eagles' team site. "We're not only looking at just the wide receiver group, we look at the running backs, we look at the tight ends and those are the guys that we have high hopes and expectations for. That's what (training camp) is for, the competition, and that's why we brought in people to compete."
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Roseman cited tight ends James Casey and Zach Ertz as contributors. Roseman also looks forward to Riley Cooper having an opportunity to develop. It certainly doesn't sound like the Eagles are in the market for a veteran wide receiver. It should be noted that slot man Jason Avant has been quite productive when given a chance. That's not to suggest he's likely to move into the starting lineup, but he's an option in the overall passing attack that shouldn't be overlook. ... Meanwhile, Maclin told the Associated Press that his surgery will be conducted by Dr. James Andrews Tuesday in Alabama. The receiver called the injury "devastating."
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