Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo faces potential free agency next summer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Moro Ojomo is among the top 25 free agents entering the 2026 offseason, according to NFL.com rankings. The 25-year-old defensive lineman, who recorded 38 tackles and 6.0 sacks last season, faces an uncertain future in Philadelphia as the franchise manages significant salary cap commitments to other players. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has publicly encouraged the team to prioritize retaining the defensive tackle. However, the organization must also account for impending financial requirements for several young players in the secondary, including Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean. Ojomo was originally selected by the Eagles in the seventh round of the NFL draft and has steadily increased his playing time over his three seasons with the team.
- •Moro Ojomo is ranked as the No. 19 free agent for the upcoming 2026 offseason.
- •The defensive tackle recorded a career-high 38 tackles and 6.0 sacks during the most recent season.
- •Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has publicly urged the Eagles front office to retain Ojomo.
- •Financial focus remains on the development of cornerbacks Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean.
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles Get Hit With Painful Reality Over 25-Year-Old DT’s Future
"The Philadelphia Eagles are no strangers to losing standout defensive linemen in the NFL free agency market. Depending on how the 2026 NFL season pans out, they may need to brace for more. Eagles Get Hit With Painful Reality Over 25-Year-Old DT’s Future Gearing up for the start of the 2026 NFL season, NFL.com ranked […] The post Eagles Get Hit With Painful Reality Over 25-Year-Old DT’s Future appeared first on HEAVY.
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