Britain Covey continues to shine despite thumb injury

Despite suffering a thumb injury in a preseason matchup against the Jets, former Ute Britain Covey has continued to shine in the Eagles training camp.

Following an initial scare where Eagles wide receiver Britain Covey claimed to have "torn ligaments" in his right thumb, the rookie has continued to shine in the Eagles training camp despite what turned out to be just a sprain.

“(Britain Covey) said torn ligaments, and that’s not what it is...I’ll tell him to keep his doctor opinions (to himself),” Head Coach Nick Sirianni clarified last week.

According to Josh Tolentino of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Covey recorded a receiving touchdown on Friday during an Eagles 11v11 period. Despite another fastball from quarterback Reid Sinnett, Covey managed to secure the pass and cross the goal line. 

Britain Covey receiving a bunch of helmet taps from teammates after he scores a touchdown on the final rep of this 11v11 period. Reid Sinnett threw him a heater with plenty of zip and Covey hauled it in. The undrafted rookie from Utah is dealing with a sprained thumb still.

— Josh Tolentino (@JCTSports) August 19, 2022

Regardless of his thumb injury, Covey has continued to practice hard as he desperately tries to secure a roster spot for the 2022 season. Last week, Covey was also seen fielding punts immediately following the injury, demonstrating his dedication to make the final roster.

Update on Britain Covey.

Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni clarified that Covey only sprained his thumb after Covey himself said it was torn ligaments.

Here he can be seen fielding punts in todays practice. https://t.co/UpMaU7gt30

— Cole Bagley (@BagleyKSLsports) August 15, 2022

Covey's next opportunity to play will come tomorrow on Sunday, August 21 against the Cleveland Browns. Kick-off is set for 11 AM MDT.

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