The Eagles have been busy negotiating an extension with Jordan Davis and trying to re-sign Jaelen Phillips, but they are also heavily involved in some free agents. Legal tampering begins at 12 EST, and teams now have the ability to interview (via video or phone) up to five players for up to one hour instead of going through agents. A welcome change that can expedite decisions.
Here are ten free agents who could make sense through that lens.
Jalen Nailor is speed. Philadelphia’s offense will benefit when the field is stretched horizontally and vertically. Nailor can tilt coverage with acceleration. He’s also still ascending.
Tariq Woolen has the desired traits: length, speed, and recovery ability. Philadelphia bets on traits at premium positions. This is that. His knack for producing turnovers makes him a dynamic and intriguing option.
Rasul Douglas already knows the city. He plays with edge. He takes the ball away. He trusts his eyes. Douglas gives depth with starting experience. He won’t dramatically alter the defense, but he would be a strong depth insurance for the outside corners.
Kolar is one of my favorite free agent fits for Philadelphia. He uses his frame well in 12 personnel, and his length and leverage allow him to body defenders. Another red zone threat as a receiver, also in play action, but the value would be as a run blocker. He seems like a player who has not reached his ceiling and would be a sneaky buy-low candidate for the Birds.
Njoku is a tight end who can block and also has some offensive capability. He would be a middle-of-the-field option, a red zone threat, and could stress a defense with YAC ability. He would be an experienced voice in the tight end room if Goedert leaves.
He is young, a solid performer who has worked with Grizzard at Tampa, and he was a reliable weapon on offense for them to lean on. Cade would be an upgrade as a TE2, while also not stopping the Eagles from drafting a long-term number one tight end.
Michael Jordan gives the Eagles something they always prioritize: experienced depth. Having over forty career starts is valuable. This type of signing doesn’t excite fans, but it is a safeguard that, at times, has saved seasons.
Dan Feeney is versatile. Left guard. Right guard. Center. He’s the type of veteran who might start three to five games, but those games might save a season.
Justin Skule fits the swing tackle role. Justin has experience in multiple systems. Functional athleticism. Understands zone principles. If Fred Johnson departs, you need someone who can survive at either tackle spot for stretches.
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