Eagles news and rumors

Here are the latest Eagles news and rumors:

News:

  1. Eagles sign QB Gardner Minshew: The Eagles have signed quarterback Gardner Minshew to a one-year contract, according to ESPN. Minshew, who was a backup quarterback for the Jacksonville Jaguars last season, will compete with incumbent backup QB Joe Flacco for the No. 2 job behind starter Jalen Hurts.
  2. Eagles re-sign WR Greg Ward: The Eagles have re-signed wide receiver Greg Ward to a one-year contract, according to NFL Network. Ward, who was a special teams standout and occasional receiver for the Eagles last season, will return to the team for the 2023 season.
  3. Eagles sign S K'Von Wallace: The Eagles have signed safety K'Von Wallace to a one-year contract, according to ESPN. Wallace, who was a backup safety for the Carolina Panthers last season, will compete for a starting job in the Eagles' secondary.

Rumors:

  1. Eagles interested in trading for WR Odell Beckham Jr.: The Eagles are reportedly interested in trading for wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., according to ESPN. Beckham, who was released by the Cleveland Browns last season, is a talented but injury-prone receiver who could provide a boost to the Eagles' passing attack.
  2. Eagles considering signing QB Jimmy Garoppolo: The Eagles are considering signing quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo, according to NFL Network. Garoppolo, who was released by the San Francisco 49ers last season, is a veteran quarterback who could provide a short-term solution if Jalen Hurts were to get injured.
  3. Eagles may trade for DE Yannick Ngakoue: The Eagles may trade for defensive end Yannick Ngakoue, according to ESPN. Ngakoue, who was released by the Las Vegas Raiders last season, is a talented pass rusher who could provide a boost to the Eagles' defensive line.

Other notes:

  1. Eagles' 2023 schedule released: The Eagles' 2023 schedule has been released, and the team will play 17 games, including five primetime games. The Eagles will open the season on September 10 against the Detroit Lions.
  2. Eagles' draft picks: The Eagles have six draft picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, including two first-round picks (Nos. 15 and 18). The team is expected to use its early picks to address needs on the defensive line and in the secondary.