The Philadelphia Eagles are getting healthier in the trenches-and just in time. After weeks of juggling pieces along the offensive line due to injuries, it looks like the cavalry is finally arriving. And while that’s great news for the offense as a whole, it likely signals the end of Brett Toth’s extended run in the spotlight.
Toth, a fourth-year veteran, has been a steady hand during a turbulent stretch. He’s already logged a career-high 13 appearances this season, including three starts.
That’s no small feat for a player who’s typically been a depth option. But with the Eagles forced to patch together their offensive front, Toth stepped up-and in many ways, delivered.
Let’s talk numbers. According to Pro Football Focus, Toth posted a 77.3 overall grade, which ranks him seventh among eligible centers.
That’s not just solid-it’s starter-level production in a league where offensive line depth is often razor-thin. His run-blocking has been particularly impressive, grading out as the sixth-best in the NFL.
Pass protection? That’s where things got a little shakier-he ranked 31st in that department.
Still, for a guy thrust into a bigger role out of necessity, Toth held his own. But now, with the Eagles getting healthier, he’s likely headed back to the role he’s more accustomed to: versatile backup.
The shift comes as both Landon Dickerson and Fred Johnson returned to practice ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Dickerson’s status, in particular, is a big swing. The three-time Pro Bowler was limited earlier in the week and even missed Thursday’s session, but his participation on Friday is a strong indicator he’ll be good to go.
Add in the return of Cam Jurgens, and suddenly the Eagles’ offensive line looks a whole lot closer to full strength. For Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ ground game, that’s exactly what you want heading into the final stretch of the regular season.
Philadelphia is sitting at 8-5, but they’re also riding a three-game losing streak. With playoff positioning on the line, this is the time of year when you need your best players on the field. And while Toth has been a valuable stopgap, the Eagles’ offense is clearly in better shape when its top-tier linemen are healthy and available.
So while Brett Toth might be heading back to the bench, his contributions shouldn’t go unnoticed. He helped keep the line afloat during a critical stretch, and in a league where depth can make or break a season, that matters. But now, with the starters returning, the Eagles are hoping their offensive line can return to form-and help power a playoff push in the weeks ahead.