The Eagles ended their preseason with a 26-3 loss to the Vikings on Saturday. They will spend Monday and part of Tuesday morning working to whittle their roster down to 53 players and field a competitive practice squad.
Offensively, a loaded roster with very few open spots was further improved by the acquisition of draft pick Jahan Dotson from Washington.
Cooper DeJean made his preseason debut on defense and impacted the game in a variety of ways, while Oren Burks looked like a star player.
With cuts fast approaching, we take a look at the Philadelphia Eagles players who are rising and falling in value.
Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Mekhi Becton (77) stands on the sideline during the first half of a preseason game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on August 9, 2024 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA. Credit: Tommy Gilligan – USA TODAY Sports
The big ticket player was traded from the Jets to the Eagles, and discussion of his future has been at the forefront of headlines. Becton performed well in training camp and is set to become the starter at right guard and potentially sign a long-term deal.
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, USA, August 15, 2024: Philadelphia Eagles tight end EJ Jenkins (84) runs the ball during the first half of a game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Credit: Eric Cagna – USA TODAY Sports
Jenkins came in strong in the preseason and is expected to join the Eagles as the third tight end.
PHILADELPHIA, PA – AUGUST 24: Jahan Dotson (number 87) of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on before a preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field on August 24, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Dotson was recently added via trade and will fill the role of third wide receiver in a well-stocked offensive line.
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, USA, August 15, 2024: Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley (39) runs the ball during the first half of a game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Credit: Eric Cagna – USA TODAY Sports
The former Clemson University running back is truly a two-way threat and is the Eagles’ running back of the future.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Tanner McKee (16) escapes a tackle by Minnesota Vikings cornerback Dwight McGlothern (47) during the fourth quarter at Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA, August 24, 2024. Credit: Caean Couto-USA TODAY Sports
With the NFL season potentially being extended to 18 games, a backup quarterback will be a necessity, and Philadelphia has strong options in Kenny Pickett and Tanner McKee as both viable options.
EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – AUGUST 18: New York Giants’ Parris Campbell (wearing number 0) carries the ball during the first half of a preseason game against the Carolina Panthers at MetLife Stadium on August 18, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Sarah Steer/Getty Images)
Campbell missed most of the preseason with an injury after signing with Philadelphia as a free agent, and the signing of Jahan Dotson could mean the end.
FOXBOROUGH, Massachusetts, USA, Aug. 15, 2024. Philadelphia Eagles guard Tyler Steen (56) is carried off on a stretcher during the first half of a game against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium. Credit: Eric Cagna – USA TODAY Sports
Steen has been viewed as the front-runner to become the starting right guard this offseason, but there’s a chance he’ll start the season on injured reserve or some form of PUP list.
Baltimore, Maryland, USA, August 9, 2024: Baltimore Ravens quarterback Josh Johnson (17) rolls out to make a pass as Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jarix Hunt (58) applies pressure during the second quarter of a preseason game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan – USA Today Sports
The rookie pass rusher is raw, but he is athletic and physical, making him one to watch as a rookie.
PHILADELPHIA, PA – AUGUST 24: Cooper Dejan (number 33) of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on during the first half of a preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 24, 2024. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)
Dejan returned from a hamstring injury to play in the preseason finale, and the former Iowa star was good in coverage, strong against the run and effective as a blitzer.
PHILADELPHIA, PA – AUGUST 24: Oren Burks (#42) of the Philadelphia Eagles sacks Jalen Hall (#16) of the Minnesota Vikings during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on August 24, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)
Burks missed most of training camp due to injury but showed great potential in the final preseason game.
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