Jake Elliott’s Future in Philly Looks Uncertain as Eagles Face Tough Offseason Call
The Philadelphia Eagles are staring down a pivotal offseason, and one of the more quietly pressing questions centers around a player who used to be a sure thing: kicker Jake Elliott. Once the model of consistency, Elliott’s recent slide in performance has made his future with the team anything but certain.
Let’s rewind for a moment. Back in 2023, Elliott was lights out.
He was drilling kicks from deep with the kind of confidence and reliability that made him one of the league’s top specialists. But fast forward to the present, and that version of Elliott feels like a distant memory.
Since inking a four-year, $24 million extension in March 2024, Elliott hasn’t looked the same. The numbers don’t lie-his field goal percentage has dropped for two straight seasons, and his range, once a strength, has become a liability.
In 2024, he connected on just 14.2% of his attempts from 50 yards or more. That’s not a typo.
In a league where long-range kicking is more reliable than ever, that kind of drop-off is hard to justify.
Now, to be fair, Elliott’s résumé still carries weight. He’s a two-time Super Bowl champion and has delivered in big moments throughout his career.
But when a kicker becomes unpredictable, especially in clutch situations, it puts a team in a tough spot. And for a franchise like the Eagles, who expect to be in the thick of the playoff race year after year, that margin for error just isn’t acceptable.
Financially, the Eagles could move on from Elliott after June 1 and open up $2.2 million in cap space, though it would come with a $2.6 million dead cap hit. But this decision isn’t really about the money-it’s about trust.
Can the Eagles trust Elliott to deliver when the pressure is on? Based on the last two seasons, that answer is getting harder to say with confidence.
If Philly does decide to turn the page, there are some intriguing options on the horizon. One name that jumps out is Brandon Aubrey, who’s set to become a restricted free agent with the Dallas Cowboys.
Poaching a rising talent from a division rival would be a bold move-but also a savvy one if it shores up a shaky position. Other potential targets include Eddy Pineiro, Daniel Carlson, and Chad Ryland, all of whom are expected to hit the market.
Of course, moving on from a player like Elliott isn’t just about numbers. He’s been part of some of the franchise’s biggest moments and has been a steady presence in the locker room.
But sometimes, a change of scenery is what both sides need. For the Eagles, it could mean finding a more consistent leg to rely on.
For Elliott, it might be a chance to reset and rediscover his form elsewhere.
With the offseason about to shift into high gear, don’t be surprised if the Eagles make a tough-but necessary-decision. Jake Elliott has had a strong run in Philadelphia, but all signs point to that chapter possibly coming to a close.