The Eagles’ 2019 first-round draft pick was thrown off the bench and into the fire when HOF LT Jason Peters went out in week 6 against the Vikings.
What was supposed to be a “sit behind and learn” year for the young super-talent, quickly turned into a very different season. One where Dillard would not only be leaned on, but he would be expected to hold his own against lethal pass-rushers.
After a strong preseason, Dillard would sprinkle into the Eagles offense sporadically through the opening few weeks, until that week 6 matchup. The 6’5, 315 lbs, mauler would line up against premier pass-rusher Everson Griffen in what rapidly became a trial by fire.