The NFL offseason is a time of transformation, and few teams are embracing that reality more than the Philadelphia Eagles. After a rollercoaster 2025 campaign, the Birds are once again reshaping both their roster and coaching staff.
Last year’s overhaul saw a wave of free-agent departures, but Philly responded with 12 new additions-seven of them on defense-hoping to reload for another Super Bowl run. Now, with the 2025 season in the rearview and the offseason in full swing, it’s time to take stock of who came, who went, and how it all played out.
Departures That Shaped the Roster
Philadelphia was hit hard in the first wave of free agency. Key contributors like edge rusher Josh Sweat (Cardinals), defensive lineman Milton Williams (Patriots), and cornerback Darius Slay (Steelers) found new homes.
Offensive depth also took a hit with players like Kenneth Gainwell (Steelers), Mekhi Becton (Chargers), and Parris Campbell (Cowboys) moving on. Even special teams and rotational players like Isaiah Rodgers, Fred Johnson, and Oren Burks exited, leaving the Eagles with significant holes to fill.
Key Additions and Their Impact
Despite the losses, the front office made a concerted effort to plug those gaps. The Eagles brought in running back A.J.
Dillon, linebacker Joshua Uche, and cornerback Adoree’ Jackson among others. Some of those moves paid off.
Others? Not so much.
Let’s break down how some of those additions fared in midnight green:
QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson
The writing was on the wall for DTR once Sam Howell arrived last summer. The former UCLA standout showed flashes in practice but struggled in preseason action-particularly against his former team, the Browns.
He didn’t take a snap in the preseason finale and was ultimately waived. A talented athlete, but the Eagles opted to move forward with other options under center.
OL Kenyon Green
Green’s time in Philly was brief-and turbulent. The former first-round pick was acquired in the C.J.
Gardner-Johnson trade but never found his footing. After three separate stints with the team, he was waived again and landed on the Ravens' practice squad.
Injuries and inconsistent play derailed what once looked like a promising career in Houston.
OL Kendall Lamm
Lamm brought experience and versatility to the tackle position but never made it past training camp in Philly. After undergoing back surgery following his stint with the Dolphins, he was ultimately released and returned to Miami.
OL Matt Pryor
Pryor logged 122 snaps this season and gave up three sacks. Not a huge sample size, but enough to show he was more of a depth piece than a long-term solution.
RB A.J. Dillon
Dillon’s return from a neck injury was overshadowed by the emergence of Tank Bigsby. Dillon saw action in seven games, caught just three passes for 21 yards, and was inactive during the Eagles’ playoff run. A tough break for a bruising back who never quite got rolling in this offense.
OLB Joshua Uche
Uche brought some juice to the pass rush, playing 241 snaps and tallying 23 pressures, 15 tackles, and a sack across 12 games. While the sack numbers weren’t eye-popping, his presence helped keep the rotation fresh.
TE Harrison Bryant
Traded to the Texans midseason, Bryant’s impact was minimal-just two catches for seven yards in 12 games. A quiet campaign for a player who once showed promise in Cleveland.
CB Adoree’ Jackson
One of the more encouraging stories of the season, Jackson signed a one-year deal and gradually found his rhythm in Vic Fangio’s system. As the year progressed, he played well enough to earn snaps over younger corners like Kelee Ringo and Jakorian Bennett. A steady veteran presence when the secondary needed it most.
LS Charley Hughlett
Hughlett brought stability to the long snapper position, appearing in seven games-all Eagles wins. He started the season strong before an abdominal injury sent him to IR.
He returned late in the year and finished out the season. A quiet but important contributor.
OLB Patrick Johnson
A familiar face in Philly, Johnson bounced between the practice squad and active roster. While his defensive snaps were limited, he continued to make his mark on special teams. Johnson’s been a steady presence since the Super Bowl LVII run and remains a reliable depth piece.
KR/PR Avery Williams
Williams came in with a strong return pedigree-he led the NFL in punt return average in 2022-but didn’t stick. Signed in March, released in August, and never saw regular-season action. Still, his resume suggests he could get another look elsewhere.
TE Kylen Granson
Granson’s receiving numbers dipped to career lows-just seven catches for 40 yards-but he carved out a niche on special teams. With 305 special teams snaps and 15 tackles, he proved his value in the third phase of the game.
OLB Azeez Ojulari
Injuries limited Ojulari to just three games this season. A talented edge rusher when healthy, but this year was largely a wash due to time spent on injured reserve.
WR Terrace Marshall Jr.
Marshall spent the year on the Eagles' practice squad before signing a futures deal with the Dolphins. A former second-round pick, he’s flashed potential in previous stops with Carolina and Las Vegas. Whether he can turn that potential into production remains to be seen.
OLB Ogbo Okoronkwo
Currently an unrestricted free agent, Okoronkwo’s future remains up in the air. He’s shown he can be a disruptive presence off the edge, so he’ll likely draw interest as teams finalize their offseason rosters.
Looking Ahead
The Eagles didn’t get everything right in the 2025 free agency cycle-but they didn’t strike out either. Players like Adoree’ Jackson and Joshua Uche added value, while others like A.J.
Dillon and Kenyon Green struggled to make an impact. As the front office turns its attention to the 2026 offseason, the blueprint remains the same: build around the core, find value in the margins, and stay aggressive.
Because in Philly, the standard isn’t just making the playoffs-it’s chasing Lombardi trophies.