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Eagles sign TE Albert Okwuegbunam to a one-year deal

After playing a limited amount of snaps in 2023, Albert Okweugbunam has signed a new one-year deal to return to the Philadelphia Eagles

In a move that can only be described as puzzling, the Eagles are signing tight end Albert Okweugbunam to a one-year contract ahead of NFL free agency.

Philadelphia acquired Okwuegbunam from Denver after a preseason finale that saw the versatile tight end catch seven passes for 109 yards and a touchdown. But the Broncos didn’t have room for him on their roster, so they made a deal with the Eagles.

Philadelphia traded a 2025 sixth-round pick and a 2025 seventh-rounder to the Broncos last August and decided not to utilize the pass catcher at all the previous seasons under offensive coordinator Brian Johnson.

In his first season with the Eagles, Okwuegbunam played 57 offensive snaps and spent most of the season buried on the depth chart behind Goedert, Jack Stoll, and Grant Calcaterra.

A fourth-round pick out of Missouri, Okweugbunam was targeted just once in four games of action last season and did not have a catch.

He’ll return under first-year offensive coordinator Kellen Moore and should find a role with the innovative play-caller.

Confusion emerges concerning whether A.J. Brown is trolling Philly media on Twitter

Philadelphia and the national media are confused about whether A.J. Brown’s Twitter page is real and a rumor about Eagles locker room drama

The Eagles haven’t played a game in almost 40 days, but one of the NFL’s most popular teams remains in the news for the wrong reasons.

News about Philadelphia’s NFL team always moves the needle, and over the past three weeks, it’s been nonstop fodder and embarrassing scenarios.

Whether it be the overhauled coaching staff, rumors about Jalen Hurt’s temperament, or Nick Sirianni’s inability to manage his temper without Dom DiSandro, the Eagles are engulfed in a circus of celebrity gossip and hit pieces.

The latest confusion centers around A.J. Brown’s Twitter/X page and whether or not Philadelphia’s All-Pro pass catcher is controlling his tweets after a post criticizing Eagles media was sent out.

The @1kalwaysopen_ social media page has 260,000 followers, and it’s the account most media members and fans view as credible whenever Brown supposedly sends out a Tweet.

The confusion ratcheted up even more when Brown hopped on Instagram and denied sending out the Tweet while stating that whoever made the comments was accurate and “cooking” with his thoughts.

Social media reacts to everything, and the new drama surrounding Brown should carry us into the free agent frenzy.

Eagles salary cap: Positional breakdowns and financial outlook ahead of NFL free agency

Here’s an early look at the Philadelphia Eagles’ salary cap, positional breakdowns, and financial outlook ahead of 2024 NFL free agency

The Eagles are set for an interesting retool on defense that’ll include a new defensive coordinator and potentially seven new starters in critical positions.

Philadelphia will enter the offseason with a disgruntled Haason Reddick, followed by decisions on 20 pending free agents, including D’Andre Swift, Fletcher Cox, Brandon Graham, Braden Mann, Quez Watkins, and others.

The Eagles currently have about $19 million in salary cap space and the No. 22 overall pick in April’s NFL draft.

6 toughest decisions for Eagles GM Howie Roseman this offseason

We’re looking at the six toughest 2024 NFL offseason decisions for Philadelphia Eagles GM Howie Roseman

The 2024 NFL offseason is underway for Philadelphia, and after a 32-9 wild card loss to Tampa Bay, the focus will shift to reshaping the roster after adding two new coordinators on both sides of the ball.

The 2024 cap is expected to exceed $240 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, and where things currently stand, Philadelphia is expected to have roughly $20,284,984 in cap space.

The Birds are set to have 20 pending free agents, and with another likely retool schedule on defense, the organization could conjure up a scheme for more flexibility.

Over The Cap recently looked at the top 100 players who could be cut or released due to the salary cap, and Philadelphia had four guys make the list.

With urgent moves set to be made, we’re looking at the six most challenging decisions for Howie Roseman this spring.

2024 NFL offseason: Key dates and Eagles contract options that’ll free up millions in cap space

We’re looking at key dates and contract options that’ll free up millions in cap space for the Philadelphia Eagles ahead of 2024 NFL free agency

With the Super Bowl in the rearview mirror, the Eagles and 31 other NFL teams will start the process of financially retooling with the goal of advancing to the postseason.

Joel Corry of CBS Sports recently looked inside at key offseason dates starting with the first week of the 2024 league year, which begins March 13.

Some dates will free up cap space for Philadelphia, while other dates will force GM Howie Roseman to make some hard decisions.

Here’s a look at the key dates and players impacted via Over The Cap. 

Eagles named a teetering contender in ESPN tier-based rankings for all 32 NFL teams

The Philadelphia Eagles were named teetering contenders in an ESPN tier-based ranking for all 32 NFL teams

The Eagles are retooling on both sides of the football game.

They have made significant changes to the coaching staff after losing six of their final seven games down the stretch to complete a disastrous finish one year after reaching the Super Bowl.

With the NFL combined and free agency’s fast approach, ESPN took an early look at the trajectory for all 32 teams, ranking clubs around the league in tiers based on their potential for success in the future.

Philadelphia stumbled down the list, landing in the tier of teetering contenders.

Philadelphia Eagles (11-6)
Average age of roster: 27.2
Salary cap space: $15.2 million
Total 2024 draft picks (projected): 9

What’s next: The pressure is on for general manager Howie Roseman to replenish the Eagles’ roster in several spots. Center Jason Kelce appears ready to retire and become a broadcaster. The secondary looked a step slow last year. Linebacker — a position in which the Eagles traditionally don’t heavily invest but proved pivotal for several playoff teams — wasn’t good enough. And pass-rusher contracts loom large with Haason Reddick and Josh Sweat both a year from free agency. Reddick could be traded if no deal is reached. Philly essentially has to pick one of those two. The Eagles are among the most creative at roster building via trades, so expect a move or two over the next three months.

The Eagles will await retirement decisions from Jason Kelce and Fletcher Cox while also taking feelers on a potential deal for a disgruntled pass rusher, Haason Reddick.

Philadelphia will need to incorporate the schemes of Kellen Moore (OC), and Vic Fangio (DC), while retooling the linebacker group, and secondary.

5 things Eagles can learn from Chiefs’ win over 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII

We’re looking at five things the Philadelphia Eagles can learn from the Kansas City Chiefs 25-22 win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl 58

The 2024 NFL offseason is officially underway after the Kansas City Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII to secure back-to-back Lombardi wins.

It was enjoyable for Fletcher Cox and the Eagles to see Deebo Samuel and the 49ers suffer another heartbreaking defeat, but now the real work begins.

There are lessons to be learned from every game played, and even though Philadelphia wasn’t in the Super Bowl, they can take formulas and gems from both teams.

With NFL free agency fast approaching, here are five things the Eagles can learn from the Chiefs’ 25-22 win over the 49ers in overtime.

Ranking all 32 teams (including the Eagles) by Super Bowl 59 odds

We’re ranking all 32 teams (including the Eagles) by Super Bowl 59 odds, and Philadelphia has the eight-best chance to advance. 

The 2023 NFL season is a wrap after the Chiefs’ 25-22 overtime victory against the 49ers at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

Kansas City went back to back in Super Bowl victories, and they’ve won three of the last five Lombardi Trophies.

With the new league year and free agency set to begin, we’re looking at the early odds on favorites to win Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans next February, according to BetMGM.

Philadelphia went 11-6 this season, and they’ll enter 2024 with the eight-best odds to win the Super Bowl.

4 takeaways from Commanders hiring former Eagles OC Brian Johnson to a critical role

We’re looking at takeaways and observations from the Washington Commanders hiring former Philadelphia Eagles OC Brian Johnson to a role

Brian Johnson is staying in the NFC East, and he’ll be tasked with helping to develop another star signal-caller after being hired by the Commanders.

Jeremy Fowler reports that the former Eagles offensive coordinator will have a prominent role on Dan Quinn’s staff and work closely alongside new offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.

The news came after Johnson was interviewed for the Commander’s offensive coordinator job.

Washington has the No. 2 overall pick in April’s NFL draft and could target Caleb Williams (USC), Drake Maye (UNC), or Jayden Daniels (LSU).

Johnson, 36, took over as Eagles offensive coordinator this year after spending two seasons under Shane Steichen as quarterbacks coach, helping the Eagles reach the Super Bowl after last season.

Johnson was promoted after Steichen landed the Colts heading coaching job, but he came under fire after the Philadelphia offense grew “stale’ while regressing this season.

With Johnson landing on his feet, here are four takeaways from the news.

Commanders to hire former Eagles OC Brian Johnson as passing-game coordinator

The Washington Commanders are hiring former Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Brian Johnson to a position on their staff

Brian Johnson is staying in the NFC East, and he’ll be tasked with helping to develop another star signal-caller after being hired by the Commanders.

Jeremy Fowler reports that the former Eagles offensive coordinator will have a prominent role on Dan Quinn’s staff and work closely alongside new offensive coordinator Kliff Kingsbury.

The news came after Johnson was interviewed for the Commander’s offensive coordinator job.

Washington has the No. 2 overall pick in April’s NFL draft and could target Caleb Williams (USC), Drake Maye (UNC), or Jayden Daniels (LSU).

Johnson, 36, took over as Eagles offensive coordinator this year after spending two seasons under Shane Steichen as quarterbacks coach, helping the Eagles reach the Super Bowl after last season.

Johnson was promoted after Steichen landed the Colts heading coaching job, but he came under fire after the Philadelphia offense grew “stale’ while regressing this season.

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