Metchie, who was acquired Sunday from Houston, is close with DeVonta Smith from their time together at Alabama, and also has crossed paths with Jahan Dotson.

The Philadelphia Eagles’ acquisition of John Metchie III from Houston has created an unprecedented concentration of SEC championship talent. With 33 players from SEC schools, including nine from Alabama and nine from Georgia,

Metchie caught five of eight targets for 45 yards while adding 23 yards on one kickoff return in Houston's 20-10 preseason loss to the Vikings in Week 1. Philadelphia officially announced the move on Monday, reuniting Metchie with DeVonta Smith and other former Alabama teammates.