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Broncos sign former Eagles safety Anthony Harris to the practice squad

Anthony Harris was looking for a chance to land on a 53-man roster, and the former Philadelphia Eagles safety is signing to the Denver Broncos practice squad with Justin Simmons out

Anthony Harris parted ways with the Eagles because he wanted an opportunity to join another team’s 53-man roster, and an injury in Denver could open things up.

Ryan O’Halloran of the Denver Post reports that Harris has signed to the Broncos practice squad after the team placed star safety Justin Simmons on injured reserve.

The All-Pro safety suffered a quad injury in the season-opening loss to the Seahawks.

The Broncos promoted cornerback Essang Bassey from the practice squad to the active roster in a corresponding move.

Harris totaled 72 tackles, three pass breakups, and one interception in 14 starts with Philadelphia last season but was among the final roster cuts after the Eagles traded for C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

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Following Justin Simmons injury, Broncos sign safety Anthony Harris to practice squad

With Justin Simmons injured, the Broncos have signed Anthony Harris to the practice squad to add more depth at safety.

After losing star safety Justin Simmons to a quad injury, the Denver Broncos are adding depth in the secondary by signing veteran safety Anthony Harris to the practice squad, according to multiple reports.

Simmons is expected to be placed on injured reserve, ruling him out for at least the next four weeks. To fill Simmons’ former spot on the 53-man roster, the Broncos promoted cornerback Essang Bassey from the practice squad to the active roster, according to The Denver Post‘s Ryan O’Halloran.

Harris (6-1, 202 pounds) will fill the practice squad spot that was formerly held by Bassey. Harris will be eligible to be elevated to the game day roster up to three times without having to clear waivers to return to the practice squad after each game.

Harris played for the Minnesota Vikings from 2015-2020. Denver general manager George Paton was serving as Minnesota’s assistant general manager and vice president of player personnel when the Vikings signed Harris as a college free agent out of Virginia in 2015.

Harris totaled 72 tackles, three pass breakups and one interception in 14 starts with the Philadelphia Eagles last year. The 30-year-old safety is entering his eighth season in the NFL.

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Eagles sign CB Mac McCain to the practice squad after releasing Anthony Harris

With the Philadelphia Eagles parting ways with Anthony Harris, the team has signed cornerback Mac McCain to the practice squad

The Eagles parted ways with Anthony Harris on Monday, releasing the veteran safety from the practice squad in a mutual decision.

Philadelphia quickly replaced him, signing cornerback Mac McCain to the 16-man squad.

The Eagles waived McCain during the final roster cutdown, and the second-year cornerback is now one of three defensive backs on the practice squad, along with safety Andre Chachere and cornerback Mario Goodrich.

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Eagles and Anthony Harris agree to part way

With Anthony Harris looking to land a spot on a team’s 53-man roster, the Philadelphia Eagles have released the veteran safety from the practice squad

Anthony Harris is looking to be on a 53-man roster, and the scout team reunion wasn’t working with Philadelphia trading for C.J. Gardner-Johnson.

Adam Schefter reports that the Eagles have terminated Harris’ practice squad contract, releasing the veteran safety. A leader in the secondary, Harris finished the 2021 season with 72 total tackles, two for loss, three passes defended, and an interception.

He was released during the team’s 53-man roster cutdowns and re-signed to the practice squad.

Harris could be an option for the Giants and Saints.

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Eagles updated 16-man practice squad

Philadelphia Eagles updated 16-man practice squad after linebacker Davion Taylor returns to the organization

After spending this past Tuesday trimming their roster down to 53 players, the Eagles initially announced a fifteen-man practice squad, plus one player from the International Pathway Program.

With Matt Leo, they had two available spots remaining on the practice squad.

The team added La’Mical Perine and signed Davion Taylor back via the practice squad.

Howie Roseman added one quarterback, two running backs, three wide receivers, one tight end, three offensive linemen, two defensive linemen, two linebackers, and three defensive backs.

Here’s your updated 16-man practice squad.

Eagles announce initial 15-player practice squad for 2022

Philadelphia Eagles announce initial 15-player practice squad for 2022

After spending Tuesday trimming their roster down to 53 players, the Eagles just announced a fifteen-man practice squad, plus one player from the International Pathway Program.

Philadelphia has 15 players in all, and with Matt Leo, they have two available spots remaining on the practice squad.

Howie Roseman added one quarterback, one running back, three wide receivers, one tight end, three offensive linemen, two defensive linemen, one linebacker, and three defensive backs.

8 recently cut players the Chargers should consider adding

Here are eight players that were released the Chargers should consider adding.

The Chargers announced their 53-man roster on Tuesday, but that does not mean it is finalized.

Los Angeles can add players via free agency or the waiver wire. That waiver wire is based on the draft order and processes on Wednesday.

These are some of the players that were released on Tuesday that the Bolts should consider adding.

What they’re saying nationally about Eagles after trading for DB C.J. Gardner-Johnson

What they’re saying nationally about the Philadelphia Eagles after the team traded for versatile defensive back Chauncey Gardner-Johnson

The Eagles went from vulnerable to loaded in the secondary this offseason after signing James Bradberry and trading for C.J. Gardner-Johnson just hours before the 53-man roster deadline.

The team believes an upgrade was needed after releasing or waiving Jaquiski Tartt, Anthony Harris, and Andre Chachere after an ugly performance against the Dolphins.

With the team now set to put together a practice squad and prepare for the Jets, the national media is saying a lot about the addition of Gardner-Johnson.

S Anthony Harris could reunite with Kevin Stefanski in Cleveland

Fans hoped Harris would follow Stefanski to Cleveland in 2020, there is now another chance for a reunion between the two:

While today is full of moves that create excitement, intrigue and buzz, it is rare that impactful decisions for the 2022 NFL season will happen. A few will be impactful but many of the players who make today’s initial 53-man roster won’t be on it by tomorrow.

We have been keeping track of all the reported moves surrounding the Cleveland Browns today while keeping an eye on those made around the league. For example, TE O.J. Howard could be an interesting addition to the team after, reportedly, being waived by Buffalo.

The biggest move around the league so far has been the trade of Chauncey Gardner-Johnson from New Orleans to Philadelphia. That trade does not directly impact Cleveland but the corresponding move by the Eagles might:

Harris is a name that many Browns fans know as a player many hoped would follow HC Kevin Stefanski from Minnesota to Cleveland. The Vikings didn’t let him hit free agency in 2020. Instead, Harris played on the franchise tag before signing with the Eagles the following year.

His production has dropped off since his six interceptions in 2019 but he was an important part of Philadelphia’s defense in 2021 playing in over 74% of their snaps.

The addition of Gardner-Johnson freed Harris up to seek employment elsewhere. A reunion with Stefanski would give DC Joe Woods another versatile safety to rotate in with John Johnson III and Grant Delpit. Harris provides a different skill set than Ronnie Harrison or D’Anthony Bell in his ability to play centerfield at times.

Given the need for quality safety play around the league, Harris may find a better chance to log snaps elsewhere. Cleveland may decide to stick with what they have on their roster given the complexities of Woods’ defense as well.

With the importance placed on the safeties in Woods’ defense, it would not be a shock to see Harris reunite with Stefanski.

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Eagles to release Anthony Harris

The Philadelphia Eagles are releasing veteran safety, Anthony Harris

The Reed Blankenship era could be underway in Philadelphia, as Adam Schefter reports that veteran safety Anthony Harris will be released.

A leader in the secondary, Harris finished the 2021 season with 72 total tackles, two for loss, three passes defended, and an interception.

Former Saints star Chauncey Gardner-Johnson’ll now replace him.

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