Eagles sign undrafted defensive tackle Zion Wilson after college eligibility issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:45 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles have signed undrafted rookie defensive tackle Zion Wilson. Wilson, who spent five years at East Carolina before transferring to Virginia, became eligible for the 2026 NFL Draft after failing to secure an extension of his college eligibility. He transitioned from offensive line to defensive tackle and became a contributor in 2025, accumulating 42 tackles and seven sacks. The Eagles now offer him a chance to develop as he battles for a spot on the 53-man roster.
- •Zion Wilson signs with the Philadelphia Eagles.
- •Wilson played five years at East Carolina and transferred to Virginia.
- •He was undrafted after not gaining extended eligibility for 2026.
- •Wilson logged 42 tackles and seven sacks in 2025.
- •He aims to secure a role in the Eagles' roster.
- 8:45 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles reportedly sign undrafted defensive tackle who intended on playing college football in 2026
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