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Former Philadelphia Eagle Brandon Hughes is now a police officer with Falls Township.

Hughes was a defensive back and played for the Eagles from 2010-2013.

Former Philadelphia Eagle Brandon Hughes has been sworn in as a police officer with Falls Township Police.

What we know:

Last week, Hughes was unanimously approved to be a police officer for the force.

Hughes was officially sworn in last Tuesday and has begun his 10-day orientation period. Before he goes to the Temple Police Academy on October 7, Hughes will participate in ride-alongs and training to prepare him for the force.

Hughes, who owns the gym Fuel House, originally applied for the Middletown Township department but just missed the mark. After a calf injury, Hughes missed out on other opportunities to ap

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