Philadelphia is back at the NovaCare Complex for Week 3 of training camp and is starting to prepare for a joint practice and the second preseason matchup of the summer against New England.
The Patriots will host the Eagles for a joint practice session on Tuesday, August 13, prior to their preseason game on Thursday, August 15. Practice will begin at 10:30 AM, and gates will open to fans at 9:30 AM.
Philadelphia has increased the intensity of practice season after the 2023 collapse, and Thursday night’s matchup offers another chance to clarify several high-profile roster battles. Players on the bubble will look to create separation, and we will be watching to see which starters, if any, will play in the first quarter after an intense Tuesday session.
With the Eagles having defeated the Ravens and made three roster moves since last week, we’re unveiling the fourth 53-man roster prediction ahead of cutdown day and the regular season opener.
1
#1 QB Jalen Hurts
Hurts will look to reduce the turnovers under first-year OC Kellen Moore.
2
#7 QB Kenny Pickett
After being traded to the Eagles, the former Steelers first-round pick has been solid in training camp, but he’ll have to defeat Tanner McKee to maintain the backup job.
3
#19 QB Tanner McKee
McKee would have to fall off the cliff to lose a roster spot to Will Grier, and he could rise up to the backup quarterback spot.
4
#26 RB Saquon Barkley
The former Penn State star has yet to play in the preseason.
5
#14 RB Kenneth Gainwell
Gainwell will enter Year 4 looking to lock down the backup running back spot.
6
#39 RB Will Shipley
The rookie is a jack of all trades and made his mark during his debut against the Ravens.
7
#11WR A.J. Brown
8
#6 WR DeVonta Smith
Smith is firmly entrenched as a ‘Batman’ after signing his 3-year, $75 million contract extension.
9
#18 WR Britain Covey
A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, and Johnny Wilson should be locked to make the final roster. Covey makes the roster over John Ross, and he’s still the best punt returner on the roster.
10
#89 WR Johnny Wilson
You can’t teach size, and Wilson makes the cut as the Eagles work to utilize his unique skill set.
11
#88 TE Dallas Goedert
Goedert will look to record his first 1,000-yard season.
12
#81 Grant Calcaterra
Calcaterra is a capable pass catcher, and provides special teams depth.
13
#84 TE E.J. Jenkins
Okwuegbunam Jr. had no role under former offensive coordinator Brian Johnson, and he’s done nothing to separate himself, opening things up for E.J. Jenkins as the third tight end. Armani Rogers is another player to watch.
14
#68 OL Jordan Mailata
Mailata signed a 3-year, $66 million contract extension and is one of the best left tackles in the NFL.
15
#69 OL Landon Dickerson
Dickerson signed a new 4-year, $98 million deal and is the best left guard and highest paid in the NFL.
16
#51 OL Cam Jurgens
Entering his third season, Jurgens will face enormous pressure after Jason Kelce announces his retirement.
17
#56 OL Tyler Steen
Steen is under pressure, and it looks like Mekhi Becton will unseat him.
18
#65 OL Lane Johnson
The All-Pro will play his first season without Jason Kelce and be called upon to anchor a retooled offensive line.
19
#77 OL Mekhi Becton
The big ticket offers potential, and he could earn the starting right guard spot.
20
#74 OL Fred Johnson
Johnson is Mailata’s primary backup and can play both offensive tackle positions.
21
#64 OL Brett Toth
Matt Hennessy has done nothing to stand out over the first three weeks.
22
#79 OL Trevor Keegan
The rookie offensive guard will compete with Tyler Steen for the right guard spot and bring toughness to the roster.
23
#63 OL Dylan McMahon
The rookie from North Carolina State has outplayed Matt Hennessy.
24
#0 DE Bryce Huff
Huff was essentially swapped for Haason Reddick, and he’ll be counted on to produce more than a situational ten sacks.
25
#19 DE Josh Sweat
Sweat will play in the final year of his deal, and he’ll look to secure double-digit sacks.
26
#3 LB Nolan Smith
Smith will see an uptick in snaps and should carve out a rotational pass-rusher role.
27
#55 DE Brandon Graham
Graham will play his final season in Philadelphia before retiring.
28
#58 LB Jalyx Hunt
The rookie linebacker will make the roster and will land a role as a situational pass rusher.
29
#48 LB Patrick Johnson
The pass rusher has always been stout on special teams, and his strip-sack in the preseason opener did not sway opinion.
30
#98 DT Jalen Carter
The runner-up for the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Year, Carter will see his snaps and accountability increase as Fletcher Cox retires.
31
#90 DT Jordan Davis
Like Jalen Carter, the expectations will rise for the 3rd year defensive tackle.
32
#93 DT Milton Williams
Williams is entering the final year of his deal and could have a breakout season at defensive tackle.
33
#97 DT Moro Ojomo
The 2023 seventh-round pick will look to carve out a role alongside a stout defensive line.
34
#95 DT Marlon Tuipulotu
35
#17 LB Nakobe Dean
Dean enters a critical third year and competes with multiple players, including rookie Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
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#45 LB Devin White
The former Buccaneers linebacker could transform the Eagles’ defense if he can regain his 2020-2021 form.
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#53 LB Zack Baun
Baun is already a favorite of DC Vic Fangio and could carve out a role in multiple positions.
38
#54 LB Jeremiah Trotter Jr.
Trotter Jr. will enter his rookie system with the perfect support system, and he flashed during the preseason opener.
39
#57 LB Ben VanSumeren
The second-year linebacker has been consistent this summer. He’s a special teams standout who makes the roster ahead of Oren Burks.
40
#2 CB Darius Slay
Slay returns as the Eagles top cornerback, but at 33, he could be set for his final chance at winning a Super Bowl.
41
#30 CB Quinyon Mitchell
The rookie has been as good as advertised and should start at cornerback opposite Darius Slay.
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#33 CB Cooper DeJean
The rookie from Iowa is listed as a cornerback and is dealing with a hamstring injury, but he’ll see snaps at every position. He could allow Philadelphia to carry one less safety and move on from Avonte Maddox.
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#34 CB Isaiah Rodgers
Rodgers has returned to the gridiron after serving a one-year suspension and will compete for a role as cornerback and as the primary kick return specialist.
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#22 CB Kelee Ringo
Ringo appears to be the more impactful player than Eli Ricks and will land a roster spot after impressive rookie development. He’ll battle Quinyon Mitchell for the starting cornerback spot opposite Darius Slay.
45
#28 CB Josh Jobe
Special teams play is essential, and Jobe is one of the best gunners in the NFL.
46
#32 DB Reed Blankenship
Blankenship signed a two-year extension, and he’s developed into one of the top young safeties In the NFL.
47
#8 DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson
Gardner-Johnson returns to Philadelphia after spending one season in Detroit, and he’ll bring swagger and big-play potential to Vic Fangio’s secondary.
48
#21 DB Sydney Brown
Brown will start the season on the PUP list while rehabbing his torn ACL.
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#24 DB James Bradberry
After not having Bradberry on our initial 53-man roster predictions, the Eagles’ newest safety could make the roster if he’s not traded in late summer. Sydney Brown starting camp on the PUP list could bode well for Bradberry’s future in Philadelphia.
50
#29 DB Avonte Maddox
The veteran cornerback can play in the slot and he can play safety, ensuring his role on the roster.
51
#4 K Jake Elliott
The All-Pro signed a four-year contract extension.
52
#49 LS Rick Lovato
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#10 P Braden Mann
