BJ Thompson will begin the season on the non-football illness list after suffering a cardiac arrest during a team meeting in the offseason. Although he will miss the first four games, there is optimism about his potential return later in the season. Head coach Andy Reid noted that Thompson is currently undergoing procedures but is making progress. As a fifth-round pick last year, he had limited playing time as a rookie but provides depth to the pass rush, allowing the team to be cautious during his recovery.