Gilmore Could Be Tug-Of-War Signing For Cowboys vs. Eagles

Gilmore Could Be Tug-Of-War Signing For Cowboys vs. Eagles originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The entirety of the Philadelphia Eagles put on a display of dominance last season that culminated in a triumph in Super Bowl LIX. Looking around the depth chart, any weakness was hard to identify if even applicable.

The Dallas Cowboys, their NFC East rivals, cannot at this time quite make that boast.

Philadelphia’s defensive front led by monstrous defensive tackle Jalen Carter earned plenty of shine and linebacker Zack Baun became one of the best stories around the NFL.

In some ways, the excellence of the Eagles’ secondary took a back seat. But that did not stop a breakout campaign from their young stars. Both Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean shined in their rookie seasons.

Eli Ricks and Kelee Ringo represent the other budding pieces in the secondary all ready to repeat their success again in 2025. But could this group explore the addition of some veteran talent?

Super Bowl champion and NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore remains a free agent. Gilmore has no leaning as to his next destination …

Though he’s made it clear he wants to play – even as he’s about to turn 35 in December.

Dallas Cowboys fans are clamoring for “America’s Team” to bring back “Gilly,” an effective player here two seasons ago.

But if he wants the insider track to a Super Bowl? If this becomes an NFC East tug-of-war?

The Eagles signed Adoree’ Jackson during free agency so there is some veteran flavor to this young cornerbacks room. However, Gilmore became a mercenary to help contending teams in the latter stages of his career and joining the Eagles would be a strong decision on his part if he seeks another shot at a championship.

For Philadelphia (as with Dallas), it’s a move that would not, in theory, cost a lot.

Being aggressive is the Eagles way under GM Howie Roseman; Jerry and Stephen Jones are in wait-and-see mode, meanwhile, regarding their needs at the position, where DaRon Bland is the only healthy and proven guy.

In the end, it might be Gilmore’s choice … and one he might not make until training camps are up and running.

This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 9, 2025, where it first appeared.

Gilmore Could Be Tug-Of-War Signing For Cowboys vs. Eagles

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