Eagles project 53-man roster ahead of final cuts on August 30
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 10:47 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

With NFL cutdown day approaching on August 30, the Philadelphia Eagles are finalizing their 53-man roster after preseason Week 2. Players like Willie Lampkin, nicknamed 'a bowling ball with knives' by defensive tackle Jordan Davis, have shown potential to earn spots. Carson Steele's standout performance included a 20-yard touchdown catch in a recent loss to the Patriots. The Eagles also evaluate several International Players Pathway program alums, adding to roster complexity as coaches assess performance and potential contributions. The official roster decisions will be critical as teams reduce player counts before the regular season.
- •Cutdown day is set for August 30.
- •Willie Lampkin, 5-foot-11, competes for a roster spot.
- •Carson Steele scored a touchdown against the Patriots recently.
- •Eagles evaluate international players, including Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru.
- •Quarterback Tanner McKee's performance may influence trade talks.
- 10:47 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles 53-man roster prediction. Can 'Bowling Ball with Knives' make it?
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