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The Philadelphia Eagles will kick off their 2023 regular season against the New England Patriots on Sept. 10, now 90 days away.
From now until the start of the season, we’ll be counting down each day by revisiting the players who have worn that specific jersey number.
No. 98 is currently worn by first-round pick Jalen Carter, who will be a key rotational piece and star at the defensive tackle position.
There have been some memorable players to don the number, including legendary Bears head coach Mike Ditka.
With 90 days until kickoff, here’s a look at every player to ever wear No. 98 for the Eagles (via Pro Football Reference):
Mike Ditka 1967
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Ditka wore tne No. 98 during his first year in Philadelphia before switching to the No. 89.
Greg Brown 1981-1986
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Elois Grooms 1987
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The talented pass rusher spent his final NFL season with the Eagles.
Tommy Jeter 1992-1994
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Michael Samson 1996
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Jimmie Jones 1997
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Brandon Whiting 1998-2003
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Mike Patterson 2005-2012
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Connor Barwin 2013-2016
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Elijah Qualls 2017-2017
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Bruce Hector 2018-2018
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Hassan Ridgeway 2019-2022
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Robert Quinn 2022
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Jalen Carter 2023 NFL Draft
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