Eagles' Britain Covey projected to miss roster cut as preseason ends
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 10:25 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
As the Philadelphia Eagles finalize their roster decisions ahead of the NFL regular season, wide receiver Britain Covey faces an uncertain future. Covey, who has been with the team since 2022, is projected to miss the cut in ESPN's latest roster prediction. A competitive group of receivers, including DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, and Dontayvion Wicks, may take six roster spots, pushing Covey out of contention. The 29-year-old, known for his skills on special teams, has struggled with availability, which could affect his chances. He will learn his fate in the coming days as the preseason concludes.
- •Britain Covey is facing a roster spot uncertainty with the Eagles.
- •The Eagles are finalizing their roster ahead of the NFL regular season.
- •Covey has played with the Eagles since 2022, primarily as a special teams player.
- •ESPN predicts Covey could be cut due to strong competition from other receivers.
- •His struggles with availability may factor into the Eagles' decision.
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"As the Philadelphia Eagles enter the final days of the NFL preseason, they are gearing up to make some tough roster decisions. One of their standout special teamers could receive bad news due to an intriguing group of wide receivers who may end up taking six spots on the depth chart. Eagles’ 29-Year-Old WR Gets […] The post Eagles’ 29-Year-Old WR Gets Bad Prediction Before Final Preseason Game appeared first on HEAVY.
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