Two pillars of the Philadelphia culture have called it a career, as Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox decided to retire.
The free agent period and NFL draft are Howie Roseman’s seasons, and the Eagles GM got off to a roaring start after inking running back Saquon Barkley to a three-year deal, signing improving pass rusher Bryce Huff and then bringing versatile defensive back C.J. Gardner-Johnson back into the fold.
Roseman then added talent to the backup quarterback position, acquiring Kenny Pickett from the Steelers for a 2024 third-round pick and two 2025 seventh-round picks.
With the second wave of free agency set to pick up steam, we’re looking at an early depth chart prediction for Philadelphia.
Barkley is the biggest running back signing since DeMarco Murray and not since Ricky Watters could an Eagles running back add such a dual-threat ability to the offense.
Kenneth Gainwell is a solid backup option, while Tyrion Davis-Price is the biggest loser in the huge free agent acquisition of Barkley.
WR
A.J. Brown Joseph Ngata Shaquan Davis
WR
Starter–DeVonta Smith 2nd–Jacob Harris 3rd–Austin Watkins Jr.
Starter–Dallas Goedert 2nd–Grant Calcaterra 3rd–Albert Okwuegbunam Jr. 4th–Noah Togiai
LT
Starter–Jordan Mailata 2nd–Fred Johnson 3rd-Le’Raven Clark
LG
Starter–Landon Dickerson 2nd–Matt Hennessy 3rd–Lecitus Smith
C
Cam Jurgens Jason Poe
For the first time in 13 years, the Eagles will have a starting center not named Jason Kelce.
RG
Tyler Steen Matt Hennessy Lecitus Smith
RT
Starter–Lane Johnson 2nd-Darian Kinnard 3rd–Brett Toth
DE
Starter–Bryce Huff 2nd–Brandon Graham
DT
Starter–Jalen Carter 2nd–Marlon Tuipulotu 3rd–Noah Elliss 4th–Thomas Booker IV
DT
Jordan Davis Milton Williams Moro Ojomo
DE
Starter–Josh Sweat 2nd–Tarron Jackson
SAM LB
Starter–Haason Reddick 2nd–Nolan Smith 3rd–Julian Okwara 4th–Patrick Johnson
The Eagles don’t have to trade Haason Reddick and with Bryce Huff listed as a defensive end, there’s enough room for a deep rotation of pass rushers.
LB
Starter–Nakobe Dean 2nd–Zach Baun 3rd–Terrell Lewis
LB
Starter–Devin White 2nd–Zack Baun 3rd-Ben VanSumeren 4th–Brandon Smith
White was a unique signing for the Eagles, and if he can return to form, he and Zach Baun offer a pair of sideline-to-sideline linebackers opposite Nakobe Dean.
For now, James Bradberry is in the Eagles’ plans, but Isaiah Rodgers is the player to watch at the outside cornerback spot opposite Darius Slay. Kelee Ringo saw significant snaps down the stretch in 2023 and will be a crucial player to watch.
Philadelphia has options in the slot after Avonte Maddox was released, and he could still return at a reduced rate.
S
Starter–Reed Blankenship 2nd–Sydney Brown 3rd-Mehki Garner
Blankenship returns to the lineup as a proven starter, while Brown will work to rehab his torn ACL in time for training camp. Philadelphia could still look to add Justin Simmons via free agency or a talented prospect in the draft.
S
Starter-C.J. Gardner-Johnson 2nd-Sydney Brown 3rd–Tristin McCollum
Gardner-Johnson and his high-energy approach to the game return just in time for Vic Fangio to turn him into the ultimate hybrid weapon (STAR) who can play in the slot, in the box, or as a deep ball hawk.
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