We’re three weeks into Philadelphia Eagles training camp, which is a pretty good sample size to work from when projecting who will (and won’t) make the 53-man roster.
There are still opportunities for bubble players to prove themselves. Saturday’s game against the Cleveland Browns is one. Next Friday’s preseason finale at the New York Jets is another. We’ll see if any players make major leaps over the next week or so.
For now, though, here is our Eagles’ 53-man roster projection after three weeks of camp:
QUARTERBACK (3)
Jalen Hurts, Tanner McKee, Kyle McCord
The only question here is Kyle McCord or Dorian Thompson-Robinson. The latter has performed better to this point. But will that matter? McCord, the sixth-round rookie out of Syracuse, could make it through waivers and end up back on the Eagles’ practice squad. But the draft investment (and the four years of contract control) works in his favor.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Will Shipley reacts after a kick-off during the second half of the NFL Super Bowl 59 football game against the Kansas City Chiefs, Sunday, Feb. 9, 2025, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)AP
RUNNING BACK (4)
Saquon Barkley, Will Shipley, A.J. Dillon, Ben VanSumeren
Shipley has emerged as a perfect replacement for Kenneth Gainwell, who signed with the Steelers in free agency. Shipley, the second-year player out of Clemson, has proven this camp he can serve as a third-down back and an outlet in the passing game.
Dillon isn’t a roster lock, but the former Packer brings a bruising element to the run game. VanSumeren — as a fullback, eh, but more so as a special teams ace — has a place on the team. Montrell Johnson Jr., the rookie out of Florida with some juice, could end up on the practice squad.
WiDE RECEIVER (6)
A.J. Brown, DeVonta Smith, Jahan Dotson, Johnny Wilson, Ainias Smith, Darius Cooper
The depth behind Brown, Smith and Dotson, who has solidified himself as the WR3, is intriguing. Wilson bounced back from a rough start with an eye-opening preseason opener. Smith flashed his special teams ability as a punt returner. And Cooper has been the star so far of camp, putting on a show against the Bengals and even getting reps with the first-team.
Elijah Cooks was tracking toward a roster spot, but the shoulder injury he suffered was a killer. One I like for the practice squad? Former Wake Forest standout Taylor Morin.
TIGHT END (3)
Dallas Goedert, Grant Calcaterra, Kylen Granson
E.J. Jenkins has made plays and deserves some recognition while Harrison Bryant is a solid blocker. But Granson has showcased that he has a little bit more to offer overall. Truly wouldn’t be surprised if the Eagles went with any of those three behind Goedert and Calcaterra.
Philadelphia Eagles’ Brett Toth, left, talks with offensive line coach Jeff Stoutland, right, during practice at NFL football training camp,Saturday, July 26, 2025. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)AP
OFFENSIVE LINE (10)
Jordan Mailata, Landon Dickerson, Cam Jurgens, Tyler Steen, Lane Johnson, Matt Pryor, Brett Toth, Drew Kendall, Darian Kinnard, Myles Hinton
Steen has taken any intrigue out of the right guard spot, securing that role from the get-go. But Dickerson’s injury has made this interesting. The Eagles hope he’s back for the start of the regular season, so an IR stint is not in their plans. If Dickerson can’t go in Week One, it’ll likely be either Pryor or Toth starting in his place. Pryor and Kinnard can play both guard and tackle, which helps. Kendall and Hinton have shown more as rookies than Cameron Williams has.
Also, don’t be surprised if Green — the 2022 first-round pick who the Eagles acquired from the Texans this offseason — is placed on IR. He has not impressed whatsoever. But now that Green is injured and considered week-to-week, Howie Roseman could stash him away.
DEFENSIVE TACKLE (5)
Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo, Ty Robinson, Gabe Hall
Unless Byron Young lights it up after missing time due to injury, this seems pretty set. The Eagles trading Thomas Booker IV to the Las Vegas Raiders for cornerback Jakorian Bennett spoke volumes about how good they feel about Ojomo, Robinson and Hall.
Philadelphia Eagles’ Joshua Uche speaks with members of the media during an NFL football training camp, Monday, July 28, 2025, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)AP
DEFENSIVE END (5)
Nolan Smith, Jalyx Hunt, Josh Uche, Azeez Ojulari, Patrick Johnson
I’m still curious if the Eagles will add a veteran free agent. If that does happen, it might be at Ojulari’s expense. For now at least, Philadelphia is banking on its young talent. Uche has been the third-best edge rusher in camp behind Smith and Hunt. Johnson has upside and special teams value. And I’ll go with Ojulari over Ogbo Okoronkwo, who has been playing catchup since signing on July 22. Sixth-round rookie Antwaun Powell-Ryland needs to pick it up.
LINEBACKER (4)
Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Smael Mondon Jr.
This is assuming Nakobe Dean stays on the PUP list to start the season. Campbell hit the field earlier than expected after labrum surgery in March, and his aggressiveness has been obvious. Trotter has turned into a startable player while Mondon continues to flash.
A name to know here? Lance Dixon. The former five-star high school prospect who went from Penn State to West Virginia to Toledo has the tools to develop on the practice squad — and maybe even sneak on the roster.
Philadelphia Eagles Adoree’ Jackson speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team’s training facility in Philadelphia, Tuesday, June 3, 2025. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)AP
CORNERBACK (6)
Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean, Kelee Ringo, Jakorian Bennett, Mac McWilliams, Eli Ricks
Mitchell is emerging as an elite outside corner. DeJean is poised to take yet another step as the nickel corner and base safety. McWilliams, the fifth-round rookie out of UCF, has impressed in the slot. And Ricks, while on the bubble, is playing well. That’s the good news.
The bad news is neither Ringo nor Adoree’ Jackson have put a stamp on the outside CB2 battle. The Eagles felt the need to acquire Bennett from the Raiders — and that was before Ringo and Jackson got cooked by JaMarr Chase and Co. At least Ringo is still young and has room to grow. Jackson is what he is at 29 years old. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio wasn’t his biggest fan coming into camp, and I find it hard to believe that’s changed.
SAFETY (4)
Reed Blankenship, Sydney Brown, Drew Mukuba, Tristin McCollum
There hasn’t been much competition to see who starts next to Blankenship in nickel packages because Mukuba has missed significant time with a shoulder injury. So far, it’s been Brown’s job by default. That might change, though, once Mukuba — the second-round rookie out of Texas (and one of my favorite players to watch in college last season) — gets healthy and acclimated.
SPECIAL TEAMS (3)
Jake Elliott (K), Braden Mann (P), Charley Hughlett (LS)
Not much to see here. Fifth-year special teams coordinator Michael Clay has a solid group.
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