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We’re looking at 10 potential bubble players who’ll likely make the Philadelphia Eagles 53-man roster.
Philadelphia has been on a break for over a month, and they’ll soon reconvene for training camp on July 25.
We recently revealed a pre-training camp edition of our 53-man roster prediction, with a few surprises and upsets at crucial positions.
With training camp fast approaching, we’re previewing 10 players on the roster bubble likely to make the team.
Philadelphia Eagles PFF grades: Best and worst from preseason matchup vs. Miami Dolphins
The Eagles struggled in their preseason finale, as 47 reserves and bubble players fell to the Dolphins, 48-10 in Miami Gardens.
Philadelphia had some highlights on offense, with most being relegated to Jason Huntley’s key runs, including a 67-yard touchdown scamper.
The Eagles were gashed on defense as Miami piled up almost 500-yards of total offense and struck first on the opening play with Tua Tagovailoa hooking up with Tyreek Hill for a 51-yard bomb.
PFF released the grades for the finale, and offensive tackle Le’Raven Clark was the highest graded player, while JaCoby Stevens received the lowest grade.
Looking at Five Philadelphia Eagles with the most to prove against the Miami Dolphins in the preseason finale
The Eagles and Dolphins are set for kickoff from Miami Gardens, with both teams looking to enter the regular season positively.
Philadelphia will likely rest their starters and key reserves, setting up a scene for players on the roster bubble to control their destiny’s in this final audition in front of scouts and opposing coaches.
Most of the roster spots are locked up, but several key battles will be front and center for experts to dissect over the next three days.
With the roster cut down for Tuesday, August 30, here are five Eagles with the most to prove on Saturday night.
Looking at 15 Philadelphia Eagles who need a strong performance against the Miami Dolphins
After two days of intense practice, the Philadelphia Eagles picked up their first preseason win over the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium last Sunday.
Philadelphia then traveled to Miami for a joint practice with the Dolphins before finishing working alone on the final day after the host team dealt with a stomach bug.
Saturday night marks the final audition for several players on the bubble.
With the roster needing to be trimmed to 53 players by Tuesday, here are 15 players who need strong performances against Miami at Hard Rock Stadium.
5 Philadelphia Eagles who are on the bubble pushing for a 53-man roster spot
The Eagles will depart for Miami on Tuesday for two days of joint practices with the Dolphins on Wednesday and Thursday in South Florida.
Philadelphia will trim the roster down to 80 players before departing on Tuesday.
With the starters expected to dominate intense practice sessions against the upstart Dolphins, several players on the roster bubble will look to make one last push for the 53-man projections.
With tight battles at wide receiver, cornerback, and safety, five players are looking to make a final roster push.
Philadelphia Eagles waive Lance Lenoir, Jimmy Moreland, and Jared Mayden as the team trims down to 85 players
The Philadelphia Eagles announced three roster moves on Tuesday as the team prepares for a Wednesday flight to Cleveland for two days of joint practices and a preseason matchup against the Browns on Sunday.
Philadelphia waived/injured wide receiver Lance Lenoir, safety Jared Mayden, and cornerback Jimmy Moreland just days after the team moved on from Ali Fayad and William Dunkle.
Eagles have waived/injured WR Lance Lenoir, S Jared Mayden, and CB Jimmy Moreland. pic.twitter.com/Q3IsIlr0s7
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) August 16, 2022
The Eagles had to get to 85 players by the 4:00 PM est deadline, and they’ll need to be down to 80 players by next Tuesday afternoon.
Philadelphia Eagles waive WR John Hightower
Eagles are cutting receiver John Hightower, according to myself @DZangaroNBCS pic.twitter.com/zwGzSZQ96v
— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) August 31, 2021
As the Eagles work to get down to the 53 player roster limit, John Hightower has also been waived according to John Clark and Dave Zangaro.
Hightower joins Travis Fulgham and Andre Patton as wide receivers who have been waived or released over the past 48 hours.
Hightower had 10 catches for 167 yards and zero touchdowns as a rookie, while the late cut means that J.J. Arcega-Whiteside will make the 53 man roster despite only having 12 career receptions over his first two seasons.
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Philadelphia Eagles release RB Jason Huntley
The #Eagles are releasing RB/KR Jason Huntley, per source.
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) August 31, 2021
The Eagles appear ready to enter the 2021 regular season with just four running backs after Jason Huntley was released on Tuesday morning.
Huntley was selected by the Detroit Lions in the fifth round with the 172nd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.
After being waived and joining the Eagles, Huntley finished the season playing in 5 games, rushing 5 times for 19 yards while adding 1 reception for 0 yards.
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Philadelphia Eagles waive TE Cary Angeline
Roster Moves: Eagles have waived TE Cary Angeline, DE JaQuan Bailey, RB Elijah Holyfield, WR Marken Michel, and LB Rashad Smith. pic.twitter.com/FzEMcqiHJN
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) August 29, 2021
As the Eagles work to get the roster down to 53 players, tight end Cary Angeline was waived along with four other players.
An undrafted free agent out of North Carolina State, Angeline started his career at Southern Cal, and is a local kid having played at Downingtown East High School in Chester Springs, Pa.
Angeline finished his career at North Carolina State with 61 receptions for 950 yards and 12 touchdowns, earning All-ACC honors.
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Eagles roster bubble: Which players helped their cause against the Jets
After a terrible rainstorm ensured that the starters wouldn’t see time at key positions, the Eagles closed out the preseason with a 31-31 tie against the Jets on Friday night.
It was a huge night for players on the roster bubble and we’ve listed the guys who helped their cause the most.
