Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman met with reporters at the annual league meeting on Monday. Roseman addressed several topics including Philadelphia’s free agent signings and what could be next this offseason.
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Despite Philadelphia’s hot start to free agency, it’s fair to expect the team to slow down as the 2024 NFL Draft quickly approaches. Roseman understands that there are still holes on the team’s roster and hinted at the possibility of a trade in the near future. All of that and more in today’s Eagles news!
Eagles GM Howie Roseman Offers Thoughts on Rejuvenated Defense: Evaluating Potential Options for Philadelphia’s New-Look Secondary
Despite the addition of safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson, Philadelphia’s secondary remains relatively unchanged compared to last season’s underwhelming group. Roseman discussed Philadelphia’s offseason additions and hinted at the possibility that more changes are coming to the secondary this offseason. What are Philadelphia’s potential options at defensive back in the 2024 NFL Draft and in a possible trade?
READ MORE: What’s Next for Philadelphia’s Secondary?
Saquon Barkley Signing With the Eagles Made Giants Owner John Mara ‘Sick’
While the New York Giants were prepared for star running back Saquon Barkley to leave in free agency, they never expected him to sign with the Eagles. Giants owner John Mara admitted he “hated” seeing Barkley sign with a division rival. Mara also said he felt “sick” after seeing the news that Barkley was signing with the Eagles.
CONTINUE READING: Giants Owner Upset With Barkley’s Decision
Roseman Defends Eagles’ Signing of ‘Special Person’ in Barkley
Roseman shocked many people this offseason when the Eagles handed a huge contract to Barkley in free agency. After several years of barely investing in running backs, Roseman broke his own tendency and invested in Barkley. Roseman praised Philadelphia’s new running back for not only the player he is but the “special person” that he is.
KEEP READING: Howie Roseman Explains the Reasoning Behind Signing Saquon Barkley
Eagles Draft Prospect Tracker: UCLA’s Laiatu Latu Schedules Top-30 Visit With Birds
As the Eagles continue to figure out the future of edge defender Haason Reddick, Philadelphia is reportedly showing interest in one of the top prospects at the position in the 2024 NFL Draft. Philadelphia is set to host UCLA edge defender Laiatu Latu on a top-30 visit. Given the team’s recent history of drafting players that they host on top-30 visits, Latu’s visit to Philadelphia is certainly notable.
READ MORE: Eagles Hosting Top Edge Defender on Visit
Eagles Takeaways From Roseman: Why They Signed Barkley, the Appeal of C.J. Gardner-Johnson, an Under-the-Radar Signing
Roseman discussed several topics during his meeting with the media at the annual league meeting on Monday. When asked about the team’s reunion with Gardner-Johnson, Roseman mentioned how last year’s team lacked toughness and swagger at times. Gardner-Johnson will certainly help in that category, and Roseman admitted that it weighed into his return to Philadelphia.
CONTINUE READING: Takeaways from Howie Roseman’s Latest Comments
Former Eagles WR Quez Watkins To Sign With Steelers
While Gardner-Johnson is returning to Philadelphia, former Eagles wide receiver Quez Watkins has found a new home. According to multiple reports, Watkins signed a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite a surprising start to his NFL career, Watkins fell out of favor in Philadelphia, and it was best for both sides to move on this offseason.
KEEP READING: Quez Watkins Remains in Pennsylvania
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