The Philadelphia Eagles head into the offseason with a long list of free agents and some tough decisions to make. Not everyone can be brought back, and with cap space at a premium, prioritization is key. But if there’s one name that should be near the top of that list, it’s safety Reed Blankenship.
At 26, Blankenship has quietly become a cornerstone of the Eagles’ secondary. He may not be the flashiest name on the roster, but his impact is undeniable.
In 2025, he started 16 games and racked up 83 combined tackles, four passes defended, an interception, a forced fumble, a fumble recovery, and a tackle for loss. That’s the kind of production that doesn’t always make headlines-but it wins games.
What makes Blankenship so valuable isn’t just the stat sheet. It’s the consistency, the versatility, and the football IQ he brings to the back end of the defense.
He’s the kind of player who always seems to be in the right place at the right time. Whether it's breaking up a pass on third down or forcing a turnover in a tight game, he has a knack for delivering in big moments.
That’s not something you can easily replace-especially not with a rookie.
And that’s part of the challenge facing the Eagles. The safety room is already thin, and letting Blankenship walk would only deepen the hole.
Sure, they could look to the draft, and they probably will, but banking on a rookie to step in and provide the kind of steady, veteran presence Blankenship offers is a gamble. Especially for a team with playoff aspirations.
The good news? Blankenship likely won’t command top-tier money.
He’s a high-value player who won’t break the bank, which makes retaining him not just a football decision, but a smart financial one. He fits the system, knows the culture, and has proven he can hold his own against top competition.
In a league where continuity in the secondary can make or break a defense, keeping him in Midnight Green makes all the sense in the world.
So while the Eagles have plenty of decisions to make this offseason, re-signing Reed Blankenship should be one of the easier ones. He’s earned his spot-and keeping him around could go a long way in stabilizing a defense that needs reliable pieces moving forward.