The Philadelphia Eagles have begun mandatory minicamp, with Doug Pederson speaking at the podium for about 14 minutes on the 2018 season. Philadelphia will begin minicamp practice later Tuesday, but Pederson had plenty to say as the Eagles are getting back to normal (preparing for the 2018 season).

Michael Bennett was a big topic of conversation as the Eagles defensive end has arrived at the NovaCare Complex for minicamp.

Bennett was one of the most productive edge rushers in the NFL last season, finishing with 8.5 sacks, 44 hurries, and 16 QB hits...a total of 68 pressures. To compare, Brandon Graham (also a Pro Bowler) had 60 pressures in 2017 (9.5 sacks, 45 hurries). Bennett also had 12 run stops, which would have been second on the Eagles. Bennett finished with 80 disruptions, per the NFL's "Next Gen" stats, which would have been second on the team.

During his nine-year career, Bennett has played in 125 regular-season games (90 starts) and has compiled 310 tackles, 54 sacks, eight forced fumbles and three fumble recoveries. Bennett also has 3.5 sacks and four forced fumbles in 10 playoff games, finishing with six QB hits and 31 hurries.

Pederson revealed his plans for Bennett and Darren Sproles, as the Eagles have full attendance at minicamp this year. Even though Sproles will be 35 later this month, he has averaged 25.2 yards per return and scored two touchdowns in his career as a kick returner. Sproles is also "in the mix" at running back as part of the rotation.

Here is a rundown of Pederson's press conference as mandatory minicamp is officially under way in Philadelphia: