As the Eagles work through their offseason program, quarterback Carson Wentz will continue to rehab from the torn ligaments in his knee that ended his season last December. Coach Doug Pederson spoke to the media before the start of rookie minicamp today about Wentz’s progress.

“I love the enthusiasm. But I am not going to rush him out there,” Pederson said. “I don’t want to expose him. He’ll be ready when he’s ready and when we feel he’s ready. Right now we are encouraged by the progress that he’s making.”

In the meantime, Philadelphia has Super Bowl LII MVP Nick Foles under center and fully capable of holding things down until Wentz returns.

Naturally, Wentz’s competitive fire makes him want to get back on the field as soon as possible. Pederson is monitoring Wentz’s progress and in no rush to get Wentz out there before he is fully recovered.

The progress that Wentz has made is definitely a good sign, but it can’t be overemphasized so early in the offseason.

“I am highly encouraged where he is at right now,” Pederson said. “He is making progress each day and we will just continue that process. He continues to throw and get stronger. There’s a fine line, and at this time of the year you can’t make too much of things too soon.”

Pederson said Wentz will continue to rehab this spring since he hasn’t been cleared to practice.