The Philadelphia Eagles may have had a quieter offseason than usual, but one move is getting serious recognition from national media. Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport ranked the Eagles' four-year, $68 million extension for center Cam Jurgens as the 22nd-best offseason move across the entire NFL.
That’s high praise for a player with just one season as a full-time starter. But when you look at what Jurgens accomplished in his first year replacing Jason Kelce, it starts to make perfect sense. The former Nebraska standout didn’t just fill Kelce’s shoes—he earned Pro Bowl honors while anchoring an offensive line that paved the way for Saquon Barkley’s 2,000-yard season and helped Philadelphia win another Super Bowl.
Davenport noted that Jurgens “was 10th among interior linemen in pass block win rate in 2024” and called the deal necessary after “the best season of his career.” That’s exactly what you want from your center—especially when he’s protecting Jalen Hurts and creating space for one of the most explosive rushing attacks in football.
The timing of the deal speaks to general manager Howie Roseman’s continued mastery of roster management. Rather than waiting until Jurgens' rookie contract neared its end—and potentially watching his market value skyrocket—Philadelphia locked him in early. The Eagles now have their starting center secured through 2028, maintaining continuity at one of the game’s most critical positions.
This move also fits the Eagles’ broader team-building philosophy. As Davenport highlighted, Philadelphia ranks near the top of the league in offensive spending and near the bottom in defensive spending. It’s a strategy that some may question, but one that continues to deliver results. Control the trenches, protect your quarterback, and let the playmakers thrive.
Jurgens’ transition from backing up a future Hall of Famer to commanding the line himself couldn’t have gone smoother. His youth and athleticism brought a new energy to the center position, and the leadership traits he absorbed from Kelce were on full display. The fact that Jurgens started every meaningful game and helped lead a championship-caliber unit speaks volumes.
With Jordan Mailata and Landon Dickerson already locked into long-term deals, the Eagles have fortified the left side of their offensive line for years to come. That foundation gives Philadelphia a competitive edge, both now and into the future.
Jurgens’ emergence and extension underscore why the Eagles didn’t need to chase headlines this offseason. The foundation was already in place. Now, thanks to another savvy front office move, it will remain that way.