Eagles announce depth chart for preseason game against Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:18 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles released their depth chart for the upcoming Week 2 preseason game against the New England Patriots, scheduled for Saturday. Key lineup notes include DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, and Dontayvion Wicks starting at wide receiver, with backup quarterback duties still undecided between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee. Joint practices with the Patriots precede the game as the team looks to finalize roster decisions ahead of the regular season. The defense features a five-man front including Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, and Nolan Smith, emphasizing roster flexibility with Cooper DeJean listed as the starter for nickel cornerback and safety.
- •Eagles play the Patriots on Saturday in preseason Week 2
- •DeVonta Smith named starting wide receiver
- •Backup quarterback role remains between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee
- •Defense features Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, and Nolan Smith
- •Cooper DeJean listed as starter at nickel cornerback and safety
- 6:18 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles unveil depth chart for preseason Week 2 vs. Patriots
"The Eagles released their Week 2 preseason depth chart ahead of joint practice with the Patriots and Saturday's game at New England
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