The Philadelphia Eagles are heading into a pivotal offseason, and the winds of change are already blowing through both the coaching staff and the roster. With 21 players set to hit either restricted or unrestricted free agency, the front office has some major decisions to make - not just about who stays and who goes, but about the direction of this team moving forward.
Let’s start with the coaching shake-up. Longtime offensive line coach and run game coordinator Jeff Stoutland - a fixture in Philly and one of the most respected minds in the trenches - is out.
That’s a seismic shift. In his place, the Eagles are bringing in Ryan Mahaffey from Green Bay, who will step into the dual role of run game coordinator and tight ends coach.
It’s a big job to fill, especially considering how central the run game has been to the Eagles’ identity in recent years.
On the offensive side, the team is also welcoming Sean Mannion as offensive coordinator and Josh Grizzard as passing game coordinator. That’s a fresh look for a unit that’s seen its share of highs and lows. With new minds in the room, expect some shifts in philosophy and play design - especially with so many key offensive players facing uncertain futures.
Among the big contract decisions looming: a potential extension for defensive lineman Jalen Carter, who’s become a cornerstone on that side of the ball, and the status of tight end Dallas Goedert, one of the offense’s most reliable weapons when healthy.
But the Eagles aren’t just focused on who they might lose - they’re also eyeing who they might bring in. With the legal tampering period just over a month away, the team is reportedly targeting several high-impact free agents. Some are dream scenarios, sure, but each would fill a real need.
Dream Free Agent Targets for the Eagles
OLB Trey Hendrickson
Let’s start with the pass rush.
Hendrickson may be getting up there in age, but he’s still a force off the edge. Despite playing in just seven games this past season, he racked up four sacks.
But rewind to 2024, and Hendrickson led the league with 17.5 sacks and 65 pressures. That’s elite production.
If the Eagles are looking to add a closer who can finish games and collapse pockets, Hendrickson fits the bill.
TE Kyle Pitts
If the Eagles do move on from Goedert, Pitts could be a fascinating replacement.
He’s a tight end by position but plays like a wide receiver - 88 catches, 928 yards, and five touchdowns this past season speak to his versatility. He’s still developing as a blocker, but the upside is massive.
In the right system, Pitts could become a matchup nightmare, especially in two-tight-end sets.
C Tyler Linderbaum
In the trenches, Linderbaum would be a major addition.
His pass block win rate of 97.2% tied for second among qualifying centers this season - that’s elite territory. Bringing him in would also allow Cam Jurgens to slide back to guard, potentially solidifying two spots on the interior line with one move.
For a team that prides itself on dominating the line of scrimmage, this would be a smart, forward-thinking play.
WR Rashid Shaheed
Speed kills, and Shaheed has plenty of it.
He only had 15 catches for 188 yards and two touchdowns in nine games with the Seahawks, but his true value comes on special teams. He made the Pro Bowl this season as a kickoff returner, and his open-field speed is the kind that flips field position - or breaks games wide open.
The Eagles could use that kind of spark, especially with question marks around the return game.
EDGE Odafe Oweh
Oweh found new life after getting traded from Baltimore to Los Angeles.
He posted 7.5 sacks and 27 pressures after the move, and even had a three-sack performance in the wild-card round against New England. That kind of production down the stretch shows he’s more than just a rotational piece - he’s a guy who can take over games.
For a defense that needs more juice off the edge, Oweh could be a strong fit.
CB Alontae Taylor
Taylor brings versatility to the secondary.
He’s got the speed to stick with receivers on the outside, but he’s also disruptive in the slot. Over four seasons with the Saints, he’s racked up 4 interceptions, 40 pass breakups, and 7 sacks - a rare stat line for a corner.
That kind of production and flexibility would be a welcome addition to a defense that struggled in coverage at times last season.
WR Romeo Doubs
Doubs is the kind of receiver who thrives in the middle of the field.
He’s a crisp route runner with quick feet and a nose for the end zone - five of his six touchdowns this past season came in the red zone. He also averaged 13.2 yards per catch, showing he can stretch the field when needed.
With uncertainty around the Eagles’ receiving corps beyond their top options, Doubs could be a reliable piece in the passing game.
DB Bryan Cook
Cook is a rangy safety with legit top-end speed.
The former second-round pick played over 80% of Kansas City’s defensive snaps in 2025 and broke up six passes. He’s entering free agency as one of the top players at his position, and for good reason.
If the Eagles are looking to shore up the back end of their defense, Cook would bring both athleticism and experience.
There’s no sugarcoating it - this is a defining offseason for the Eagles. With a new-look coaching staff and a roster in flux, every move matters. Whether it’s locking in foundational pieces like Jalen Carter, navigating tough decisions on veterans, or swinging big in free agency, the front office has its work cut out.
But with the right additions - and a little luck - the Birds could be right back in the thick of the NFC race come fall.