For a team that won the Super Bowl, the Eagles still have needs when the free agency starts on Monday at noon.
It is mainly because of the players that the Eagles should lose, starting with a group of key players in defensive line players Josh Sweat and Milton Williams and the right guard Mekhi Becton.
But the Eagles also publish the Darius Slay star corner half, creating another starting work that must be completed.
And they have some second -level free agents they may have to replace in the balloon Kenny Gainwell, the swing fred Johnson tackle and the Isaiah Rodgers corner.
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In addition, the Eagles could also have to remedy the end tight, either by exchanging Dallas Goedert, or by restructuring its contract. But that does not seem to be a major need for the free agency. Assuming that Goenert remains, the Eagles can better add to the position in the project instead of spending a lot of money on a free agent.
The same goes to run behind Saquon Barkley if Gainwell leaves.
Another problem is that Eagles are not rinsed with money to spend. They estimated around $ 22 million in the wage ceiling space, according to Overthecap.com. This ranks among the lower third of the NFL teams heading to the Libre agency.
Here is a ranking of the greatest needs of Eagles in the free agency:
1. Rusher on board
How it has become an area of need: We expect Josh Sweat to share in free agency after having recorded 2½ bags in the Super Bowl, and that Brandon Graham will retire. Even if Graham returns, he will be 37 years old and will come out of a torn triceps muscle. This would leave the Eagles with Nolan Smith; Jalyx Hunt; And Bryce Huff, who had a disappointing season after signing an agreement of three years worth $ 51 million.
Who could Eagles get in free agency? Eagles could considerably improve the position by exchanging a top of. But it will not be Myles Garrett de Cleveland, who required an exchange only to accept an extension of four years of an average annual value of $ 40 million to stay with the Browns until 2030. It could be Cincinnati Trey Hendricksonwhich has had 17.5 bags in each of the last two seasons, as the Bengals gave him permission to ask for a job. If the Eagles take the way of the free agent, it could be someone as Khalil MackWho has 107½ career bags, but is 34 years old and was only six bags last season. Mack would have a cost lower than the sweat. The Eagles would then write a rusher on board in the first laps.
2. defensive back
How it has become an area of need: The Eagles lose a key starter by releasing Darius Slay, who, at 34, still played at a high level opposite Quinon Mitchell. Isaiah Rodgers, the higher backup outside the corner, is eligible for the free agency, as is the nickel / security avonte Maddox. The Eagles have Kelee Ringo, which is starting its third season with mixed results. They could also move Cooper Dejean from nickel outside and contact the nickel point in free agency.
Who could Eagles get in free agency? Ideally, kill the return for a last season, but at a lower cost. Slay has not excluded a return. If killing signs elsewhere, then signing Rodgers could be the route. If the Eagles decide to move DEJEAN on the outside, then someone as Kendall Fullerwho spent last season with Miami, or Nate Hobbs, Who passed his first four seasons with the raiders could be a solution to nickel.
3. Offensive line
How it has become an area of need: It is expected that this right guard Mekhi Becton will go to a free agency. While Tyler SteenEntering its third season, seems to replace it, the Eagles need depth. It’s because Swing Tackle Fred Johnson is eligible for the free agency, just like Jack Driscoll, and the Eagles have already released Nick Gates. The Eagles have Trevor Keegantheir choice of sixth round last year; Brett Toth; And Darian KinnardBut none seem ready to serve as a swing tackle or backup inside.
Who could Eagles get in free agency? Patrick Mekhari started each match at the left guard last season for the Ravens, and he played everywhere on the offensive line. It would make him an ideal candidate as a swing tackle, or as a competition in competition with Steen for a starting job. An intriguing option could be longtime commanders Brandon Scherff, A selection of five times Pro Bowl (last in 2021). Scherff is 33 years old and has spent the last three seasons in Jacksonville.
4. defensive tackle
How it has become an area of need: The defensive tackle is always a force even if Milton Williams leave in free agency, mainly because of Jalen Carter As a player of all versions. But that would require Jordan Davis To play much more than the 37% of the shots he played last season, mainly as a race cap. Moro OjomoA choice of seventh round in 2023, should also play a more important role.
Who could Eagles get in free agency? The Eagles have Thomas Booker and practice the crossroads Gabe hall. But they could use a veteran depth. Eagles probably cannot afford to sign the commanders Jonathan Allenwho was released on Friday, or former eagle Javon Hargravereleased by the 49ers. But maybe someone like Sebastian Joseph-Day Titans or DJ Jones of the Broncos would adapt to their range of rotation and price.
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How it has become an area of need: Even with the return of Zack BaunEagles could use depth because Nakobe DeaN might not be ready for week 1 after torn off his patellar tendon. Furthermore, Oren Burks is a free agent. The Eagles have Jérémie TrotterTheir choice of fifth round last year. But he should take a big step to start in place of Dean at the start of the season.
Who could Eagles get in free agency? Resigning Burks, Who replaced Dean in the playoffs and is a player in the key special teams, would be the simplest solution. Otherwise, a veteran at a lower cost like Tyrel DodsonWho finished last season with Miami, could fill until Dean is ready to come back.
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