Eagles sign undrafted rookie Zion Wilson after college ineligibility
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 10:52 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The Philadelphia Eagles signed undrafted rookie defensive tackle Zion Wilson on June 4, 2026. Wilson, who previously played at East Carolina University and transferred to Virginia, was unable to secure an eligibility waiver for the upcoming college season. Following his inclusion in the 2026 NFL Draft and subsequent undrafted status, he became available for signing. During his college career, Wilson transitioned from offensive line to defensive tackle, starting full-time in 2025 and recording 42 total tackles and seven sacks. His addition creates competition for a spot on the Eagles’ 53-man roster.
- •Zion Wilson was signed by the Eagles after going undrafted.
- •He played five years at East Carolina before transferring to Virginia.
- •Wilson recorded 42 tackles and seven sacks in his final college season.
- •He was unable to gain eligibility for the 2026 college season.
- •His journey reflects challenges faced by college players transitioning to the NFL.
- 10:52 PMYahoo Sports — Breaking: Eagles Sign College Star Who Suddenly Became Ineligible At The Collegiate Level (Breaking)
"The Philadelphia Eagles have signed a notable college football star after he was thought to be staying at the colligate level in 2026. The news of the signing was reported on Thursday afternoon and has since gone viral throughout Eagles nation. Here are the surprising details. Also Read: Breaking: NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell Refuses Testify […] The post Breaking: Eagles Sign College Star Who Suddenly Became Ineligible At The Collegiate Level (Breaking) appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.
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