Eagles prepare for roster cuts amid key position battles ahead of Bengals matchup

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Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Eagles prepare for roster cuts amid key position battles ahead of Bengals matchup
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles face significant position battles as they prepare for their final preseason game against the Cincinnati Bengals on August 28. Roster cuts are set to reduce the team from 90 to 53 players by the deadline of August 30. Safety Marcus Epps and Michael Carter are in a tight competition for a starting spot, while the backup quarterback role remains contested between Andy Dalton and Tanner McKee, who impressed in the second preseason game. Additionally, backup offensive tackle Fred Johnson and rookie Markel Bell are competing for a roster spot, with Bell's recent injuries complicating matters. Multiple players are vying for backup guard and center positions as well.

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  • Eagles face Bengals on August 28 in final preseason game.
  • Roster cuts to finalize by August 30 at 6 p.m.
  • Safety position battle between Marcus Epps and Michael Carter remains tight.
  • Tanner McKee outperformed Andy Dalton for backup QB role in previous game.
  • Fred Johnson and Markel Bell compete for backup offensive tackle spot.
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  • 10:56 AMYahoo SportsThese Eagles face most pressure in position battles as roster cuts loom
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As NFL roster cutdown day nears, these Eagles position battles are heating up in advance of Friday's preseason finale

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