"BETHLEHEM, Pa. - One of the less-talked-about competitions that figure to take place during summer training camp is at fullback, where the Eagles are trying to replace Thomas Tapeh , who is now with the Vikings, with someone who also can be a major contributor on special teams.

"You worry about that position a little bit because it's such a physical position," coach Andy Reid said after the morning workout yesterday. "We've got three guys in there that we feel can compete against each other, and we'll see how they do with it."

The competitors: Luke Lawton , a third-year veteran acquired in a trade from Indianapolis last month; Jason Davis , a third-year player who has never played in an NFL game; and Jed Collins , an undrafted rookie from Washington State."