Eagles evaluate roster options following NFL final cutdown deadline

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Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Eagles evaluate roster options following NFL final cutdown deadline
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles are exploring potential roster additions after the league-wide final cutdown deadline. Currently 23rd in the waiver order, the team may face competition to sign available players. General manager Howie Roseman seeks upgrades at positions including edge rusher, defensive back, and special teams. Potential targets range from high-draft picks like Chris Braswell and Mazi Smith to experienced players such as Wanya Morris and Xavier Gipson. Any successful waiver claim requires Philadelphia to release a player from its current 53-man roster to accommodate the addition. These personnel evaluations come as the team looks to balance immediate depth needs with long-term development across the secondary and front seven.

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  • Philadelphia holds the 23rd priority in the current NFL waiver order.
  • The team is specifically scouting for help at edge rusher, cornerback, and safety.
  • Xavier Gipson is identified as a candidate to fill the vacant punt-return role.
  • Any new acquisition necessitates the release of a current 53-man roster member.
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  • 2:35 PMYahoo Sports10 recently waived players the Eagles should consider claiming
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Ten recently waived players the Eagles should consider claiming to strengthen several unsettled positions

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