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NFL Mock Draft 2024: Eagles 7-round simulation, Version 8.0

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/ The Eagles have been extremely active in free agency through only a few days, adding quality starters like Saquon Barkley, Bryce Huff, CJ Gardner Johnson and high upside role players/backups like Matt Hennessey, Devin White, Zach Baun, and Devante Parker. Their free agency approach definitely clarifies where they could and should go with their upcoming draft picks. Here is how their 2024 class could play out. Using the Pro Football Focus Mock Draft Simulator. Only picking for the Eagles and not trading. Round 1, Pick 22 - Terrion Arnold,...

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NFL News: The Chicago Bears trade Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers

Photo by Emilee Chinn/ QB locked in at #1 overall The NFL world has been waiting for the Chicago Bears to trade QB Justin Fields, and it finally happened tonight. Chicago is sending Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers for a 6h round pick that can move up to a 4th depending on his playing time. The Steelers have been shuffling their QB room, signing Russell Wilson, and trading their former first round pick, Kenny Pickett, to the Philadelphia Eagles. The Chicago Bears hold the #1 overall pick, and are expected to draft QB Caleb Williams. This trade locks the Bears into...

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The Linc - Kenny Pickett joins troubling list of QBs traded before their third season

Photo by Mitchell Leff/ Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 3/16/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... 2024 NFL trades: Why did Pickett, Ridder, Howell, Allen change teams? - ESPN+It’s an ignominious end to Pickett’s time in Pittsburgh and an admission that he’s probably not an NFL-caliber quarterback. If you go back through the passers taken since the league moved to the slotted draft system in 2011, the list of players who failed to make it to a third season with the team that drafted them isn’t pretty. Pickett joins Brandon Weeden, Johnny...

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Sua Opeta is not returning to the Eagles

Photo by Mitchell Leff/ Philadelphia’s top backup guard is gone. Sua Opeta is leaving the Philadelphia Eagles in free agency to sign a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to a report from Rick Stroud. And so ends an Eagles tenure that lasted longer than most would’ve expected when the team originally signed Opeta as an undrafted rookie free agent following the 2019 NFL Draft. Opeta, who turns 28 in August, made 10 starts in 38 games played for the Eagles dating back to the 2020 season. Six of those starts came last year when he was deemed as...

Behind the Steel Curtain

Steelers trade QB Kenny Pickett to the Eagles

Photo by Sarah Stier/ The former first round pick has been traded. The Pittsburgh Steelers have traded quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles in what ESPN’s Adam Schefter is calling a “pick swap.’ The Steelers will be getting the No. 98 pick and two 2025 seventh-round picks while the Eagles get Pickett and the 120th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Trade: Steelers are sending QB Kenny Pickett to the Philadelphia Eagles in a pick swap, sources tell ESPN.Once Pittsburgh signed Russell Wilson, Pickett preferred to move on. pic.twitter.com/cvsAP2e8lB—...

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Steelers trade Kenny Pickett to Eagles in pick swap

Kareem Elgazzar-USA TODAY Sports The Steelers are all-in on Russell Wilson. Teams throughout the AFC North have been active in free agency, each trying to get the upper hand before they each turn all their attention to the coming draft. The Pittsburgh Steelers, on the same day they formerly introduced Russell Wilson as the team’s newest quarterback, have announced they are trading Kenny Pickett, the former first round pick, to the Philadelphia Eagles in a pick swap. Trade terms, per sources: Steelers get pick No. 98 and two 2025 7th-round picks. Eagles get QB Kenny...

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Cowboys should target this running back in the 2024 NFL draft

Photo by Don Juan Moore/ With the Cowboys passing on high-market running backs in free agency, they should look at this option in the draft. The Dallas Cowboys front office passed on several highly-touted free agent running backs in the first wave of free agency. While Saquon Barkley’s price-tag always felt a little too rich for the Cowboys, him signing with the Philadelphia Eagles not only felt like a slap in the face for New York Giants fans, but helps the Eagles chances at winning the NFC East in 2024. One player that had been spoken about as a free agent target...

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DeVante Parker, Eagles agree to one-year contract

Photo by Sarah Stier/ Philadelphia has a new wide receiver. The Philadelphia Eagles are signing free agent wide receiver DeVante Parker to a one-year contract, according to a report from NFL insider Adam Schefter. The deal is described as “$4.69 million fully guaranteed” but the offset language in his contract means the Eagles are paying just $1.2 million of that amount. Parker was recently released by the New England Patriots. Here’s what out comrades over at Pats Pulpit had to say on the matter: The Patriots sent a 2023 third-round draft pick to the Miami...

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2024 free agency: Giants sign safety Jalen Mills

Photo by Justin K. Aller/ The Giants add a former Eagle to their secondary The New York Giants have agreed to terms with former Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots safety Jalen Mills. The Giants are reportedly signing Mills to a one-year contract at the veteran minimum. Mills, 29, was originally drafted by the Eagles out of LSU in the seventh round (233rd overall) of the 2016 NFL draft. Mills was considered a potential Day 2 selection prior to suffering a fractured fibula (and torn ligaments) in his 2015 season at LSU. Mills might not replace Xavier McKinney...

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Washington Commanders Free Agency: QB Marcus Mariota signed to 1-year deal

Photo by Jim McIsaac/ New QB The Washington Commanders were interested in bringing in a veteran QB, and were reportedly interested in Sam Darnold who signed with the Vikings. Jacoby Brissett left after one year, signing with the Patriots. That leaves Sam Howell and the #2 overall pick, along with eight other picks, in next month’s draft. Washington has reportedly agreed to terms with Philadelphia Eagles QB Marcus Mariota, and will sign him to a 1-year deal. The contract will have a $6 million base value per Adam Schefter, and could be worth up to $10 million with...

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Eagles awarded 4 comp picks for the 2024 NFL Draft

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports That brings the Eagles total up to 8 draft picks this year. The NFL announced the compensatory picks for the 2024 NFL Draft on Friday, and the Eagles were given four — one third rounder, two fifth rounders, and a seventh round pick — to supplement the talent they lost ahead of the 2023 season. With the four comp picks, Howie Roseman and Co. now have eight total draft picks to work with over the coming month and a half. Many of these were expected due to the Eagles losing guys like Andre Dillard, Javon Hargrave, Gardner Minshew, T.J....

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NFL Mock Draft 2024: Eagles 7-round simulation, Version 7.0

Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports Using the Pro Football Focus Mock Draft Simulator. Only picking for the Eagles and not trading. Round 1, Pick 22 - Jared Verse, Edge, Florida State Jared Verse would be a slam dunk pick at 22. Size concerns seem to have him slotted outside the top fifteen picks but he would be an excellent stand up rusher in Vic Fangio’s defense. Verse has a phenomenal first step, great bend around the edge and a relentless motor. With or without Haason Reddick in the picture, Verse would be an excellent long term option for the Eagles defense. Round 2,...

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Can the Eagles fill the void left by Jason Kelce?

Photo by Mitchell Leff/ PHILADELPHIA, PA — Jason Kelce did so many things on and off the field that the Eagles will be hard pressed to replace him in 2024. Granted, he was coming off his 13th NFL season and at the age of 36, was still considered one of the best, if not the best, center in the NFL. Cam Jurgens, who will be entering his third NFL season, was handpicked by Kelce in the 2022 draft to be his heir apparent. Jurgens started last season at right guard, between Kelce and right tackle Lane Johnson, so there is certainly much he gained from the experience. This...

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Gonzaga Head Coach Randy Trivers provides insight on former players Caleb Williams and Olu Fashanu

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/ Gonzaga Eagles Head Coach Randy Trivers joins the Trap or Dive Podcast to discuss two of his former players and top draft prospects, Caleb Williams and Olu Fashanu. With the combine officially over, we had plenty to discuss on this Trap or Dive episode as the Commanders made some roster moves, and the top quarterback prospects all chose to skip the combine workouts. The Commanders released Logan Thomas, Nick Gates, and Charles Leno ahead of free agency. While the players themselves were not all surprising, the front office set the tone ahead of...

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The Linc - Rumors of CJGJ returning to Philly

Photo by Andy Lewis/Icon Sportswire via Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 3/4/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... 2024 NFL Combine Day 2: Insider notes on NC State’s Payton Wilson and more - SportsKeedaThe Philadelphia Eagles will look to bring in a safety in the offseason, via free agency or the draft. People at the combine get the sense that there’s a real chance the Eagles bring back C.J. Gardner-Johnson, who is scheduled to hit the free-agent market. Gardner-Johnson played for the Eagles in 2022 before signing a one-year deal with the...

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NFC East news: Eagles’ Jason Kelce officially retires, Giants and Commanders draft plans

Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/ Congratulations to Jason Kelce on his retirement. Jason Kelce announces his retirement - Dave Spadaro, PhiladelphiaEagles.com The Eagles’ star center hangs it up after 13 seasons in Philadelphia. Thirteen seasons, every one of them as a starting center for the Philadelphia Eagles, taking one of the game’s most grinding positions and making it, well, into something glamorous in a take-your-shirt-off-and-pound-beers-kind-of way, which was just perfect when you’re talking about Jason Kelce. A sixth-round draft pick in 2011 who not only defied...

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The Linc - “Fletcher Cox will probably retire at some point this offseason”

Photo by Perry Knotts/ Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 3/3/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL combine buzz: Latest intel on free agency, draft, trades - ESPN+ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported last month that Eagles center Jason Kelce told teammates he is retiring, and I’ve talked to multiple sources who believe defensive tackle Fletcher Cox will probably retire at some point this offseason, too. Now, retirements are tricky — plans are malleable as players emerge from the haze of the season — but there’s a real possibility the Eagles...

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Bengals reportedly gauging the safety market; Kevin Byard makes sense after being cut by Eagles

Photo by Andy Lyons/ The Bengals need safety help, and a two-time All-Pro is on the market. It’s no secret that the safety position left a lot to be desired for the 2023 Cincinnati Bengals, which could lead to some firepower being added to the position this year. The NFL Draft doesn’t appear to have any clear instant-impact safeties this year, and there may not even be one taken in Round 1. Plus, it seems unlikely the Bengals would want to add another young guy to the secondary. What they need is a veteran who’s already been through his NFL growing pains, not...

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Eagles Draft Needs: Tight End

Dan Rainville / USA TODAY NETWORK The Eagles are lucky enough to have one of the best tight ends in the NFL in Dallas Goedert. There is no question that when Goedert is on the field, he is a crucial part of the offense and creates unique mismatches with his size, hands, and ability after the catch. Beyond Dallas Goedert, the Eagles have struggled to find a second tight end to really function in their offense. This problem has only been exacerbated by Goedert’s injuries over the last two seasons. He’s missed eight games since the beginning of the 2022 season, and...

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Eagles Film Review: Gauging Haason Reddick’s value

Photo by Harry How/ It’s the offseason. so it’s time to get into the Eagles' upcoming free agents before we get into draft season. However, before we get to the free agents, I wanted to write about Haason Reddick as there have been several reports hinting that he could be traded this off-season. Although he has come out and said he hasn’t asked for a trade, it does feel likely at this stage. In case you have missed all of this, here you go... Sources: #Eagles All-Pro edge rusher Haason Reddick has received permission to seek a trade following another disruptive...

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Eagles Draft Needs: Wide Receiver

Photo by Nick Tre. Smith/Icon Sportswire via The Eagles have a need at wide receiver. It’s an odd need, considering that A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are one of the best duos in the NFL. But 2023 showed how important a competent third wide receiver can be. Offensive design is much to blame but the Eagles passing game faltered when they couldn’t get Brown or Smith going. Quez Watkins struggled with injury and struggled on the field to make a difference and the Eagles were averse to getting impending free agent Olamide Zaccheus involved as the third guy. Once Dallas...

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2024 NFL Draft: Ideal first-round picks for NFC East teams

The NFL Draft is still two months away, but here's a pre-combine look at what the Commanders, Giants, Eagles and Cowboys might do in Round 1.

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Monday Mock Draft Roundup: Eagles still cornering the CB market

Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports Darius Slay 2.0? The NFL Combine starts this week, so this week we’ll get our last massively inaccurate pre-Combine mock drafts. Then we’ll have massively inaccurate post-Combine mocks that overreact to measurables, then massively inaccurate pre-free agency mock drafts that try to fill holes that will be patched in free agency. But hey, it’s fun to dream. Daniel Jeremiah, NFL CB Ennis Rakestraw Jr., Missouri The Eagles have to address the pass defense this offseason. Rakestraw brings playmaking ability and toughness. Also on the...

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NFL Mock Draft 2024: Eagles 7-round simulation, Version 5.0

Photo by Michael Wade/Icon Sportswire via Welcome back to our 7-round NFL Mock Draft Simulation! This weekly article will look at different paths the Eagles can take in the 2024 NFL Draft. With the NFL combine only days away, draft boards everywhere are about to be shaken up by days of athletic testing. After this week’s installment, these simulations could look vastly different as consensus shifts on various players. Here is an potential draft where the Eagles go very defense heavy. Round 1, Pick 22 - Dallas Turner, Edge, Alabama At pick 22, this would be a steal....

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Jaylen Waddle and Jaelan Phillips: Fifth-year option costs for Miami’s 2021 first-round picks

Photo by Brandon Sloter/Image Of Sport/ It would cost roughly $29 million to keep both Jaylen Waddle and Jaelan Phillips on fifth-year options of their rookie deals. The Miami Dolphins jumped around early in the 2021 NFL Draft, trading back in a deal with the San Francisco 49ers before trading back up to select wide receiver Jaylen Waddle in a move with the Philadelphia Eagles. Laremy Tunsil was traded to the Houston Texans for a pile of draft picks before the 2021 season, and general manager Chris Grier selected edge rusher Jaelan Phillips at No. 18 after picking...

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The Linc - NFL salary cap takes a big jump

Photo by Perry Knotts/ Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 2/24/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... NFL salary cap balloons ahead of 2024 season - SB NationThe beauty of the NFL offseason is that every fanbase, regardless of how their team finished a season ago, can believe that with the right moves over the next few months, a Super Bowl could be in their future. Whether it comes via free agency, the NFL Draft, or a combination thereof, every team — and every fanbase — has hope this time of year. Now, each NFL fanbase has over 30 million more...

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The Linc - ESPN suggests a “bold move” for the Eagles that isn’t so bold

Photo by Kevin Sabitus/ Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 2/23/24. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... 2024 NFL offseason: Bold moves, trades in free agency, draft for all 32 teams - ESPN+Cut S Kevin Byard and sign a young safety. Byard was an interesting midseason addition for the Eagles but ultimately wasn’t much help as Philadelphia crumbled down the stretch. He’s a good player, but he also can be used to get the Eagles some salary cap space. Cutting Byard would save the Eagles $13 million on the cap with only $1.4 million in dead money this...

Should Giants tank to secure a top QB in draft? I Pro Football Talk I NBC Sports

The Giants are at a pivotal point in their season and if they lose to the Eagles, Mike Florio thinks they should consider tanking the season so they can draft their quarterback of the future. #NBCSports #Giants #NFL »

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