Eagles' safety competition remains unsettled as preseason approaches
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 28, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Jun 28, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles are evaluating their safety position with Andrew Mukuba leading the charge. With Reed Blankenship's exit to the Houston Texans, the team is exploring multiple options, including veterans Marcus Epps and Michael Carter II, along with Cooper DeJean and newcomers Cole Wisniewski, Andre’ Sam, and Maximus Pulley. Preseason games will provide critical insights into tackling, communication, and overall effectiveness as the Eagles look to solidify their defensive backfield. The organization anticipates that the evaluation process will extend through the preseason schedule.
- •Reed Blankenship's departure creates an opening at safety for the Eagles.
- •Andrew Mukuba is positioned as a key player in the safety competition.
- •Preseason games will be critical for assessing safety candidates.
- •Marcus Epps and Michael Carter II are among the leading contenders.
- •The evaluation process may last through August as the roster is finalized.
- 8:10 PMYahoo Sports — Why Eagles’ safety battle may not be settled until preseason finale
"The Eagles have options at safety after Reed Blankenship’s departure, but the competition around Andrew Mukuba may take the entire preseason to settle
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