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2025 Eagles position preview. Blog 29

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2025 Philadelphia eagles position preview

Here’s a position-by-position preview for the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles heading into training camp and the regular season:

Offense

Quarterback

  • Jalen Hurts continues as the undisputed starter, having solidified his elite status with efficiency and mobility.
  • Tanner McKee steps in as QB2, with rookie Kyle McCord competing for the No. 3 spot over Dorian Thompson‑Robinson.

Running Back / Fullback

  • All-star Saquon Barkley leads the backfield. Newcomer AJ Dillon joins as serious backup alongside Will Shipley.
  • Ben VanSumeren transitions to fullback after signing a one-year extension.

Wide Receiver

  • The powerful duo of A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith remains intact and dominant.
  • Supporting roles are filled by Jahan Dotson, Johnny Wilson, Avery Williams, and Danny Gray—ensuring strong depth.

Tight End

  • Dallas Goedert headlines at TE1, returning healthy from a knee injury and eyeing a full campaign.
  • Backup: Grant Calcaterra.

Offensive Line

  • Tackle duo Jordan Mailata and Lane Johnson anchor the line—a major strength according to ESPN.
  • Tyler Steen likely fills left-guard after Mekhi Becton’s departure; Kenyon Green and returnee Matt Pryor bolster depth across guard/center.

Defense

Defensive Line

  • Jalen Carter, coming off a stellar 2024 (10.5 sacks), remains the anchor at DT .
  • The loss of Milton Williams is felt, but rising prospects Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo, and rookie Ty Robinson are poised to step up.

Edge Rushers

  • The departures of Brandon Graham and Josh Sweat leave this as the team’s top question mark.
  • Free-agent additions Joshua Uche, Azeez Ojulari and second-year player Nolan Smith Jr. will be counted on to help fill that void.

Linebackers

  • Zack Baun anchors alongside Nakobe Dean (rehabbing) and rookie Jihaad Campbell, who is expected to play off-ball in Fangio’s scheme.
  • Depth behind them includes Trotter Jr., Mondon Jr., and Ochaun Mathis.

Secondary

  • Cornerback: Young stars Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean return; the other outside corner job is up for grabs between Kelee Ringo and veteran Adoree’ Jackson.
  • Safety: Reed Blankenship remains FS. Strong safety is an open competition between Andrew Mukuba, Sydney Brown, and Tristin McCollum.

Special Teams

  • Kicker: Reliable Jake Elliott, who was excellent late in 2024–25, leads the unit.
  • Punter: Braden Mann.
  • Return Game: Looking for new primary returner as Britain Covey departed; Avery Williams is expected to take the job if healthy.

Summary & Top Storylines

Overall, Philadelphia brings back a Super Bowl-ready core. Success will hinge on relatively unproven players stepping into newly vacated roles—particularly at the edge rush and secondary spots. If they can fill those gaps, the Eagles are poised for another strong run.

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