The Philadelphia Eagles announced some roster news on Sunday afternoon. Here’s an overview:
Let’s sort through these moves on a player-by-player basis.
The Eagles originally acquired Green by trading C.J. Gardner-Johnson (and a Day 3 draft pick swap that was ultimately returned to Houston in the John Metchie trade) to the Texans. Originally, there was thought that Green would compete with Tyler Steen for the starting right guard job. But Green struggled to stay healthy and perform well. As a result, the 2022 first-round pick was cut and then re-signed to the Eagles’ practice squad.
Perhaps another team tried to poach Green away from the Eagles’ practice squad, prompting Philly to protect him by putting him on their roster.
It was previously thought that the Eagles might use the open roster spot to sign Marcus Epps or Britain Covey. Perhaps they’ll just be temporary practice squad elevations in Week 1. It’s also possible more roster tweaks are on the way.
To fill the open practice squad spot created by promoting Green to the roster, the Eagles re-signed Marshall. The team has yet to officially sign Javon Baker. Perhaps Marshall is keeping the seat warm until Baker gets here?
It’s also worth noting that practice squad members Parry Nickerson and Ambry Thomas reportedly weren’t seen during Sunday’s practice.
Even more practice squad tweaks could be on the way.
To recap, here’s the Eagles’ entire 17-player practice squad.
EDGE Antwaun Powell-Ryland Jr.
OT Luke Felix-Fualalo (international exemption)