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Eagles projected offensive depth chart entering training camp
Eagles projected offensive depth chart entering training camp
The Eagles enter training camp with an offense that has elite star power at the top, a new coordinator shaping the structure, and several roster battles that could determine how different Philadelphia looks in 2026. Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley, DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert, Jordan Mailata, Landon Dickerson, Cam Jurgens, and Lane Johnson remain the foundation, but the hierarchy behind them has changed significantly after an offseason that brought new receivers, a veteran backup quarterback, more running back competition, a rookie tight end with long-term upside, and a deeper offensive line room under new position coach Chris Kuper.
At quarterback, Hurts remains the unquestioned starter and now begins his work with Sean Mannion, Josh Grizzard, and senior assistant Jerrod Johnson, giving Philadelphia multiple former quarterbacks involved in his development and the passing game’s evolution. Tanner McKee returns after showing value as a developmental backup, while Andy Dalton arrives after the Eagles traded a seventh-round pick to Carolina for veteran insurance, and he could be the backup to Hurts. Cole Payton, the former North Dakota State quarterback, who gives Philadelphia a fourth arm and developmental option, and the Eagles could justify keeping all four quarterbacks if roster flexibility allows it.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementRunning back remains built around Barkley, who rushed for 1,140 yards and seven touchdowns while adding 273 receiving yards last season. Tank Bigsby gives the Eagles a hard-running No. 2 option after averaging 5.7 yards per carry, while Will Shipley enters camp trying to regain momentum. Dameon Pierce adds another physical runner to the competition, Carson Steele gives Philadelphia depth, and Cameron Latu’s fullback-tight end versatility could matter if Mannion wants heavier personnel without carrying a traditional fullback.
Wide receiver is the biggest offensive position to have a reset. Smith becomes the clear No. 1 option after A.J. Brown’s departure, and the Eagles aggressively rebuilt around him by trading up for Makai Lemon, adding Marquise “Hollywood” Brown, signing Elijah Moore, and acquiring Dontayvion Wicks. Lemon’s explosiveness gives him a clear path to early snaps, Hollywood Brown brings vertical speed, Moore can work inside and outside, and Wicks adds size and route-running versatility. Darius Cooper, Johnny Wilson, Quez Watkins, Danny Gray, Britain Covey, Samori Toure, and Erik Ezukanma are competing for depth roles, with special teams and preseason production likely determining the final spots.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementTight end remains led by Goedert, who returned on a one-year deal after 60 catches, 591 yards, and 11 touchdowns. Eli Stowers, drafted as a potential long-term successor, brings receiving upside and developmental value. Johnny Mundt should have a real role as a blocking tight end, while Grant Calcaterra remains a proven pass-catching option. Stone Smartt, E.J. Jenkins, Cameron Latu, and Dae’Quan Wright will fight for the final roster and practice squad spots.
The offensive line is still the stabilizer. Mailata, Dickerson, Jurgens, Tyler Steen, and Johnson project as the starting five, giving the Eagles continuity if everyone is healthy. Mailata remained Philadelphia’s best offensive lineman last season, Johnson’s value remains obvious given the team’s record when he plays, and Steen has become an important piece at right guard. Fred Johnson remains the top swing tackle candidate, while Markel Bell, Myles Hinton, Cameron Williams, John Ojukwu, Drew Kendall, Willie Lampkin, Jake Majors, Hollin Pierce, Jaeden Roberts, Micah Morris, and Michael Jordan create a crowded competition for reserve jobs.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementThe projected offensive depth chart starts with Hurts, Barkley, Smith, Goedert, and the starting line, but the next layer will be defined during training camp. Lemon, Brown, Wicks, Moore, Bigsby, Stowers, and Mundt all have paths to meaningful roles. If Mannion can blend the established core with the new pieces, Philadelphia’s offense should be deeper, more flexible, and less dependent on one narrow formula than it was a season ago.
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