Landon Dickerson’s Future in Question, and Brett Toth Could Be the Next Man Up in Philly
The Philadelphia Eagles are staring down the barrel of a pivotal offseason, and the hits just keep coming. First, they lost longtime offensive line coach and run game coordinator Jeff Stoutland - a foundational piece of their trench dominance over the past decade. Now, there’s real concern that they could be losing one of their best linemen on the field, too: Landon Dickerson.
At just 27 years old and with two years still left on his contract, Dickerson should be in the thick of his prime. But according to reports, he’s seriously weighing his future in football. His body has taken a beating, and after years of pushing through injuries, retirement is now on the table.
That’s not just a blow to the Eagles’ offensive line - it’s a potential identity shift for a team that’s prided itself on physicality and control up front. Dickerson has been a key cog in that machine, earning three Pro Bowl nods in just five seasons.
He’s never played fewer than 14 games in a year since entering the league in 2021, which speaks to his toughness. But the wear and tear has added up.
A torn ACL in college, a meniscus injury early in 2025, and the grind of playing at 6-foot-6, 332 pounds - it’s a lot, even for someone as resilient as Dickerson.
If he decides to hang it up, the Eagles might already have a potential successor in-house: Brett Toth.
Toth’s Time to Shine?
Toth isn’t a household name, but he’s been quietly carving out a role for himself in Philly. Last offseason, the Eagles signed him to a one-year, $1.7 million deal - a low-risk move that paid off with some solid depth contributions. He logged a career-high 363 snaps, playing 34% of the offensive snaps, and held his own when called upon.
Now, with Dickerson’s status uncertain, Toth could be in line for a much bigger role.
The Eagles have a decision to make. Toth is set to hit free agency next month, but he likely won’t command a massive deal. That gives Philly a chance to bring him back on a team-friendly contract, giving him the opportunity to prove he can be more than just a rotational piece.
What makes Toth intriguing is his versatility. He lined up at tackle, guard, and even took snaps at center last season.
That kind of flexibility is gold for offensive line coaches, especially in a league where depth is constantly tested. He may not be a Pro Bowler, but he’s the kind of player who keeps a unit steady when injuries hit.
And while the eye test might not scream “starter,” the advanced metrics tell a more encouraging story.
Breaking Down the Numbers
According to Pro Football Focus, Toth graded out as the 14th-best guard among 81 eligible players last season, with a solid 73.6 overall grade. His pass-blocking still needs work - a 59.7 grade placed him 55th in that category - but his run-blocking was a different story. He posted a 75.6 run-block grade, good for eighth-best among guards.
That’s not nothing. In an offense that leans heavily on the run and thrives on physicality, a strong run-blocker can be a real difference-maker - especially if the team is looking to re-establish its identity in the trenches post-Stoutland.
Of course, context matters. Toth only started four games and played in a rotational role, so those numbers come with a caveat. But he gave up just two sacks, one quarterback hit, 10 hurries, and 13 total pressures - respectable numbers for a guy who wasn’t expected to be a major contributor.
The Bigger Picture for the Eagles
If Dickerson does decide to walk away, it’ll mark the end of a short but impactful run in Philly. He was a tone-setter on that offensive line - a nasty, powerful presence who fit the Eagles’ blue-collar ethos to a tee. His absence would leave a void, both in talent and in attitude.
But the NFL doesn’t stop for anyone. And the Eagles, for all their recent turbulence, have always prided themselves on building from the trenches out. If they believe in Toth - and there’s reason to think they might - he could be the next man up in a unit that’s seen plenty of turnover but always finds a way to stay competitive.
The Eagles have big decisions to make this offseason. But if Landon Dickerson’s body has finally had enough, Brett Toth might just be ready to step into the spotlight.