Undersized and underestimated, Willie Lampkin ready to outplay his stature with Philadelphia Eagles

Posted Sep 2, 2025
Willie Lampkin can’t escape it. It’s the first thing everyone wants to talk about because there isn’t anyone like Lampkin in the NFL. There’s nothing the rookie offensive lineman can do about his 5-foot-11, 290-pound frame. So, sometimes he gets a little tired talking about his size. "I can’t change it. I’ll do my best and do what I have to do to stay here." (NBC Sports)

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