After making a cameo in Week 6 against the New York Giants, Nakobe Dean was finally able to take an expanded role on defense in Week 7 as the Philadelphia Eagles beat the Minnesota Vikings 28-22.
Dean would contribute to 31 snaps on defense, in addition to another three on special teams. For his Week 7 totals, Dean racked up six tackles and one tackle for loss in his first set of meaningful defensive snaps for the 2025 season.
Dean spoke out about making an impact on defense
When asked about it after the game Dean had nothing but good things to say when speaking to the media after the game.