The Eagles announced roster moves on Thursday, and it was the move the team didn’t make that could have the most significant impact.
Philadelphia promoted punter Braden Mann to the active roster and signed former Penn State linebacker Brandon Smith to the practice squad.
We've promoted P Braden Mann to the active roster and signed LB Brandon Smith to the Practice Squad. pic.twitter.com/0eawrsdfFx
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) October 12, 2023
Mann spent three seasons with the Jets before a preseason stint with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The veteran punter signed to Philadelphia’s practice squad on September 18.