Eagles Sixth-Round Pick Miss Rookie Season to Care for Mother Battling Cancer

Philadelphia, PA – The Eagles’ 2025 rookie class carried promise, but life proved bigger than football. One young offensive tackle will miss his debut season, prioritizing his family’s fight over chasing NFL dreams.

The Eagles placed him on Injured Reserve August 26 after initially waiving him with an undisclosed injury. The roster decision cleared depth for Fred Johnson at swing tackle, but the story reached far beyond football matters.

At 23 years old, the rookie revealed he will spend his first NFL season caring for his mother battling cancer. It is a choice rooted in love rather than disappointment.

Myles Hinton, drafted in the sixth round out of Michigan and son of former Pro Bowler Chris Hinton, called it the hardest decision of his life, but also one he knew he must make.

"Football has always been my dream, but family is my life. Right now, my mom needs me more than the Eagles do — and I’m grateful this organization understands," Hinton said in a heartfelt statement.

The Eagles invested in him after 31 college starts at both tackle spots, impressed by his size and versatility. Scouts viewed him as a developmental piece with legitimate long-term starting potential.

Coach Nick Sirianni emphasized support, reminding him that the team’s culture is rooted in family. Teammates echoed those values, making clear his absence would be felt but fully respected.

Hinton’s rookie year will not be about pancakes or pass protection. Instead, it will be about sacrifice and love. And when he returns, fans will know they’re cheering for far more than a lineman.