Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman finalizes roster for Week 1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 2:15 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026

Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman has set the team's initial 53-man roster ahead of the Week 1 game against the Washington Commanders. The roster construction emphasizes organizational priorities, including significant depth on the offensive and defensive lines. Philadelphia retained four quarterbacks along with 10 offensive linemen and 10 defensive linemen or edge defenders to support these units. Roseman acknowledged that while he feels confident in the current personnel, the team expects to face challenges from potential injuries throughout the upcoming season. The general manager emphasized a day-by-day approach to roster management as the team adapts to the new offensive system. Management plans to continue evaluating opportunities to improve the roster as the regular season progresses.
- •Philadelphia Eagles play the Washington Commanders in Week 1.
- •The roster includes 10 offensive linemen and 10 defensive linemen or edge defenders.
- •The team retained four quarterbacks on the initial 53-man roster.
- •Howie Roseman plans to monitor the roster and practice squad for potential changes throughout the season.
- •The Eagles are integrating a new offensive system that has not yet faced regular-season competition.
- 2:15 PMYahoo Sports — Eagles enter Week 1 confident but prepared for adversity
"Howie Roseman likes the Eagles’ roster construction but knows injuries and adversity will test it.
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