Philadelphia Eagles finalize 53-man roster for the 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 3, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Sep 3, 2026

The Philadelphia Eagles finalized their 53-man roster on September 3, 2026, opting for a configuration that includes four quarterbacks and four tight ends. General manager Howie Roseman faced criticism for specific roster decisions, particularly after four players were claimed off waivers by other teams, including two tackles and a fullback. The team ultimately lost Myles Hinton, Cameron Williams, and Latu during the waiver process. While fans questioned the exclusion of international rookies Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru from the initial roster, both players subsequently signed with the team's practice squad. Roseman defended the strategy of balancing younger players with veterans, acknowledging that the pursuit of 53-man roster spots across the league impacts depth management. The organization continues to evaluate its personnel as the regular season approaches.
- •Philadelphia kept four quarterbacks and four tight ends on the initial 53-man roster.
- •The team lost Myles Hinton, Cameron Williams, and Latu to waiver claims.
- •International rookies Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru joined the practice squad.
- •General manager Howie Roseman maintains that the 70-man total roster is the primary focus for organizational depth.
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Eagles' biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season
"After weeks and weeks of anticipation, the Philadelphia Eagles’ 53-man roster is here , and it’s… kind of weird. Four quarterbacks? Check. Four tight ends? Check. Six wide receivers, five defensive linemen, and only two true safeties? Check, check, and check, even if the versatility of Cooper DeJean and Michael Carter II makes that call a little […] The post Eagles' biggest mistake on 53-man roster cutdown day ahead of 2026 NFL season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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