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Philadelphia Eagles release RB Jason Huntley

Philadelphia Eagles release RB Jason Huntley

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 release CB Craig James

Philadelphia Eagles release CB Craig James

As the Eagles continue to reduce the roster to 53 players before Tuesday’s deadline, cornerback Craig James is the latest player to be released.

A special teams ace, James was signed by the Minnesota Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2018. He could return as a practice squad candidate, although he won’t be subjected to the waiver process.

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Eagles vs. Jets: 15 players to watch in the preseason finale

Eagles vs. Jets: 15 players to watch in the preseason finale

As the Eagles wrap up their first preseason under head coach Nick Sirianni, the team will finish off with a road matchup against the New York Jets.

With Philadelphia placing more emphasis on the two days of joint practices, the expectation is that most of the starters will be rested, while reserves and bubble players will compete for spots with the organization.

We’ve highlighted 15 players to watch during Friday night’s important matchup.

Darius Slay ruled out for Eagles Week 15 matchup vs. the Cardinals

Darius Slay ruled out for Eagles Week 15 matchup vs. the Cardinals

The Philadelphia Eagles will face Kyler Murray and DeAndre Hopkins without Darius Slay after the team announced that the cornerback did not travel to Arizona.

Slay’s been in the concussion protocol since taking a knee to the head against the Saints and despite practicing on a limited basis this week, Philadelphia’s star cornerback will be out.

The Eagles also announced that Grayland Arnold and Jason Huntley are also out with injuries.

With Slay and Avonte Maddox out, Jalen Mills could move from safety to cornerback opposite undrafted rookie, Michael Jacquet.

Nickel Robey-Coleman will man the slot, while Marcus Epps and K’von Wallace could get the call at safety.

Linebacker T.J. Edwards (hamstring), safety/special teamer Rudy Ford (hamstring), and cornerback Michael Jacquet (hamstring) are all set to play after missing time with their injuries.

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Eagles vs. Saints Inactives: Quez Watkins is active against New Orleans

Eagles vs. Saints Inactives: Quez Watkins active, John Hightower healthy scratch

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The Eagles released their inactives list for Sunday’s matchup against the Saints and rookie Quez Watkins be active at the wide receiver position.

J.J. Arcega-Whiteside is also active, while John Hightower is a healthy scratch for the Eagles who’ll start Jalen Hurts at quarterback.

Watkins has built a rapport with Jalen Hurts on the scout team and was likely inserted into the lineup in hopes of familiarity breeding success.

Grayland Arnold will miss the game with a hamstring injury, as will Michael Jacquet as well.

Philadelphia promoted Kevon Seymour from the practice squad and elevated rookie Jameson Houston for this game, while Darius Slay is active despite a calf injury.

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Eagles RB Miles Sanders to miss season opener vs. Washington Football Team with hamstring injury

Miles Sanders out vs. Washington Football Team with a hamstring injury

The Philadelphia Eagles are going to hold Miles Sanders out of the team’s season opener on the road against Washington according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Sanders has been listed as day to day throughout training camp and with the Eagles focused on the entire 17 week NFL season, the team will take precaution with their star running back.

With Sanders out, Boston Scott will likely get the start with Corey Clement and Jason Huntley as the backups.

3 things to know about new Eagles speedy RB Jason Huntley

3 things to know about new Eagles speedy RB Jason Huntley

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This spring and summer have been all about the Philadelphia Eagles adding speed to the roster and the latest waiver wire addition is as fast as they come. The Birds claimed former Lions fifth-round pick Jason Huntley off of waivers.

Here are three things to know about the new Eagles speedster.

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1. Huntley is athletic and can fly

Huntley posted a 4.37-second 40-yard dash and a 10-foot, 11-inch broad jump at New Mexico State’s Pro Day after not being invited to the NFL Combine. The Athletic’s Dane Brugler said this about the undersized scat-back: “Huntley is undersized and lacks body armor, but he is dynamic and will compete for an NFL roster spot as a kick returner and multipurpose threat who can operate from the backfield or slot.” He ranked Huntley as his No. 36 running back and graded him as a “priority free agent.”

 

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Lions make zero waiver claims, lose RB Jason Huntley to the Eagles

The Detroit Lions make zero waiver claims after they established their initial 53-man roster, and lose fifth-round running back Jason Huntley to the Philadelphia Eagles.

The Detroit Lions made zero waiver claims after they established their initial 53-man roster, and lost fifth-round running back Jason Huntley to the Philadelphia Eagles.

In a typical year, the NFL averages 41 waiver claims after the initial roster cuts. This year, with the COVID-19 pandemic eliminating the preseason and impacting scouts from getting solid reads on bubble players, only 17 players were claimed.

The Lions’, despite having the third overall waiver claim option — which they will carry through Week 3 of the regular season — did not feel the need to add any players to their established roster.

With the Lions planning on adding running back Adrian Peterson to their active roster, they had a crowded running backs room and something had to give. The team elected to waive Huntley and try to pass him through waivers but were unable to make that happen as the Eagles swooped in and snagged him.

Huntley will now be placed on the Eagles active roster and will likely take over their fourth running back role, competing with Miles Sanders, Boston Scott, and Corey Clement for snaps.

Philadelphia Eagles claim former Lions RB Jason Huntley off of waivers

Philadelphia Eagles claim former Lions RB Jason Huntley off of waivers

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The Philadelphia Eagles added a running back to the roster, he’s just not a veteran. According to Tom Pelissero via the NFL transaction wire, the Eagles claimed former Detroit Lions fifth-round pick, Jason Huntley, off of waivers.

An athletic and dynamic player capable of making an impact on offense and special teams, Huntley was a multi-purpose RB at N. Mexico St. — surpassing 1,000 yards rushing and receiving last season.

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Report: Lions are waiving 5th round rookie RB Jason Huntley

ESPN’s Michael Rothstein is reporting that the Detroit Lions are waiving 5th round rookie running back Jason Huntley.

ESPN’s Michael Rothstein is reporting that the Detroit Lions are waiving 5th round rookie running back/ kick returner Jason Huntley.

During training camp, Huntley proved he is a dynamic player capable of making an impact on offense and special teams — but apparently he still has some things to flush out.

The Lions backfield was hit with injuries all throughout camp — including to Huntley who missed a practice — but his release today is a strong indicator that both D’Andre Swift and Bo Scarbrough are closer to full health than when we last saw them a week ago.

This move is also a nice indicator that the Lions are comfortable retaining Jamal Agnew as their primary returner on kick and punt returns.

Huntley will surely be headed for the practice squad — assuming he clears waivers — and could possibly be a candidate for protection on a given week, especially if the injury bug persists among the running back group.