Eagles still have key roster battles ahead of final preseason game

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:18 PM

Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Eagles still have key roster battles ahead of final preseason game
Summary

The Philadelphia Eagles are finalizing their roster ahead of the 53-man cuts and have important positions still up for grabs. The backup quarterback role between Tanner McKee and Andy Dalton remains competitive, with both players having differing performances this preseason. The running back position behind Saquon Barkley is also unsettled, with Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley, Dameon Pierce, and Carson Steele vying for roles. The tight end depth chart features Johnny Mundt, Eli Stowers, and others trying to secure spots as reserve players. As the Eagles prepare for their preseason finale against the Cincinnati Bengals, decisions regarding these roles could be influenced by their performance in that game.

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  • Philadelphia has 8 positions still to determine before cuts.
  • Backup QB competition features McKee and Dalton.
  • Tank Bigsby and Will Shipley compete for backup RB role.
  • Tight end reserves include Mundt and rookie Stowers.
  • Eagles face Bengals in final preseason game.
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  • 1:18 PMYahoo SportsEagles depth chart: 8 jobs still available before 53-man roster cuts
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Philadelphia has most starting jobs settled, but QB2, TE2, return duties, and several defensive subpackage roles remain unsettled

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