Eagles' C.J. Gardner-Johnson Becomes Locker Room Hero with Clutch Shot to Cancel Meeting

NFL players typically don't enjoy training camp meetings, so a cancellation is often celebrated like a holiday. The Philadelphia Eagles' is likely very appreciative of teammate C.J. Gardner-Johnson at the moment.

This Wednesday, Gardner-Johnson was given the chance to cancel the meeting with a long-range basketball shot in the team's large meeting room. His successful shot plunged the room into sheer joy.

The entire team should be grateful to the safety for making such a difficult shot with confidence and precision.

Gardner-Johnson, who was brought back to the Eagles this offseason with a three-year, $27 million contract, had a stint with the team in 2022. After one year with the Detroit Lions, helping them reach the NFC Championship game, he returned to Philadelphia in March. His successful shot was a fitting way to mark his return to the team.

As the Eagles head into the 2024 season, they're considered one of the top contenders in the competitive NFC. They started the 2023 season with a 10-1 record but then faltered, ending with a 11-6 record and a brutal 32-9 defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in the Wild Card round.

Gardner-Johnson's remarkable shot might just be the spark the Eagles need to start their 2024 campaign on a strong note.

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