Eagles Rumor Tracker: Foles Traded, Murray Coming?
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) --- The NFL free-agency period has begun and no team has made a louder splash than your Philadelphia Eagles. In his first offseason with personnel power, all Chip Kelly has done is trade LeSean McCoy, trade Nick Foles, let Jeremy Maclin go, sign Byron Maxwell, sign DeMarco Murray, and sign Ryan Mathews.
And he's not done!
Below is a LIVE running update on all Eagles-related news, as free-agency continues.
Friday, March 13th
10:40 a.m. - Cowboys replace Murray with Darren McFadden
Cowboys have agreed to a two-year deal with Darren McFadden, per multiple reports.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 13, 2015
Thursday, March 12th
7:03 p.m. - OFFICIAL: Eagles agree to terms on a 5-year deal with RB DeMarco Murray.
#WaitingForDeMarco is over.#Eagles agree to terms on a five-year deal with the reigning @nfl rushing leader. pic.twitter.com/fKmkEmd2RT
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 12, 2015
6:28 p.m. - Eagles looking to restructure Bradford's deal
With all these RB signings, highest Cap charge on Eagles is new QB Sam Bradford with $12.95M number. Team looking to rework/extend.
— Andrew Brandt (@AndrewBrandt) March 12, 2015
4:40 p.m. - OFFICIAL: Eagles agree to terms on a 3-year deal with RB Ryan Mathews.
OFFICIAL: #Eagles agree to terms on a three-year deal with RB Ryan Mathews. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/AxJqhLquEX
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 12, 2015
3:28 p.m. - Murray's specific contract details
DeMarco Murray's deal: $40 million base over 5 years, with max of $42 million.$18 million fully guaranteed, $21 million in total guarantees.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 12, 2015
3:19 p.m. - Dez tweets...
@DeMarcoMurray I wish you would have stayed but I understand your decision... Congrats bro you deserve it - #offenseMVPoftheyear
— Dez Bryant (@DezBryant) March 12, 2015
3:13 p.m. - An Eagles hat! Ahh!
Appeared Marcus Sedberry, Eagles' director of player engagement, accompanied him. Murray was handed Eagles hat by someone waiting on runway
— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) March 12, 2015
3:09 p.m. - Murray has landed
DeMarco Murray has landed: pic.twitter.com/p0DUeugQbW
— Zach Berman (@ZBerm) March 12, 2015
2:21 p.m. - Murray expected to land in Philly around 3:15 p.m.
DeMarco Murray will land in Phila around 3:15 to meet w #Eagles
— Howard Eskin (@howardeskin) March 12, 2015
2:08 p.m. - Eagles reportedly trying to trade Evan Mathis
The #Eagles are working to trade G Evan Mathis, source said. More craziness.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 12, 2015
1:43 p.m. - Murray to the Eagles, expected be 5 years, $42 million ($21 millon guaranteed)
DeMarco Murray's deal with Eagles is expected to be 5 years, $42 million, including $21 million guaranteed, per @mortreport and I.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
1:13 p.m. - Raiders to sign former Eagles safety Nate Allen
Raiders signing former Eagles S Nate Allen, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
12:16 p.m. - Cowboys now calling around for other running backs
Dallas now calling around for other RBs. Cowboys know they've lost DeMarco Murray to the Eagles.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
12:13 p.m. - Murray expected to sign with Eagles
Filed to ESPN: DeMarco Murray, en route now to Philly, is expected to sign with Eagles, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
9:18 a.m. - Mathews did not yet sign a deal with Eagles
Ryan Mathews agreed to a deal with PHIL, he did not sign a deal. Question will be whether he signs if and when Eagles sign DeMarco Murray.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
9:13 a.m. - DeMarco Murray's family reportedly telling people he will join Eagles
BREAKING: #DeMarcoMurray family is telling people "He's joining the #Eagles ' ... #Cowboys people aware of this @1053thefan
— fishsports (@fishsports) March 12, 2015
9:07 a.m. - Chip Kelly meeting with DeMarco Murray
Eagles coach Chip Kelly is here today to meet with DeMarco Murray. No Oregon Pro Day for him.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 12, 2015
9:04 a.m. - No official contract for Ryan Mathews
Ryan Mathews has NOT signed his contract yet. Interesting.
— Geoff Mosher (@GeoffMosherNFL) March 12, 2015
9:01 a.m. - Murray "expects to be an Eagle"
Pro-Bowl RB DeMarco Murray is flying to Philadelphia this morning with the expectation he will be an Eagle, per a... http://t.co/FR6PCCRyWu
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
Wednesday, March 11th
10:20 p.m. - DeMarco Murray reportedly will meet with Eagles officials on Thursday
It's on: Cowboys free-agent RB DeMarco Murray is flying to Philadelphia to meet Eagles officials on Thursday, per league source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 12, 2015
4:22 p.m. - Murray calls Kelly
DeMarco Murray renewed Eagles' interest w personal call to Chip Kelly; not just spread offense ran at Oklahoma; Sam Bradford's roommate, too
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) March 11, 2015
2:14 p.m. - Despite Mathews, Eagles still in on DeMarco Murray
Landing Ryan Mathews does not end Philadelphia's pursuit of Dallas free-agent RB DeMarco Murray. Hardly.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 11, 2015
2:11 p.m. - Eagles "very much" in on DeMarco Murray, still
Very true. Strong mutual interest. RT @PSchrags: Sources tell me Eagles are now "very much" in play in the DeMarco Murray chase.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 11, 2015
2:01 p.m. Eagles agree to terms with Ryan Mathews
#Eagles and former Chargers RB Ryan Mathews officially have reached agreement on 3-year, $11.5 million deal that includes $5M gtd
— Jeff Warner (@JeffWarnerNFL) March 11, 2015
1:00 p.m. - Brandon Graham to address the media
12:01 p.m. - The Texans trade QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to the Jets, who have the No. 6 pick in this year's draft.
THIS JUST IN: Texans trade QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to Jets for late-round conditional draft pick. (via @AdamSchefter) pic.twitter.com/zAi2mZYlKP
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) March 11, 2015
11:27 a.m. - Todd Herremans puts up billboard thanking Philly
What a class guy @toddherremans bought 8 billboards thanking Philly and @Eagles fans pic.twitter.com/6DktiTSIwm
— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) March 11, 2015
10:56 a.m. - Maclin expected to sign a 5 year, $55 million deal with KC
When @KCChiefs clear cap space, Jeremy Maclin will sign a 5-year, $55 million deal, including $22.5 million in guarantees. $11 mill avg
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) March 11, 2015
9:33 a.m. - Bradford expects to be throwing by OTAs
Eagles QB Sam Bradford was rehabbing at the Rams facility daily leading up to the trade. He's running now. Expected to be throwing by OTAs.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 11, 2015
8:21 a.m. - Wait, it's more than a visit with Mathews
Actually, more than a visit for RB Ryan Mathews with he Eagles. He's expected to sign with the team, source says.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 11, 2015
8:18 a.m. - Eagles to meet with RB Ryan Mathews on Wednesday.
Eagles are hosting RB Ryan Mathews on a visit today, as they look to move on from the Frank Gore situation.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 11, 2015
8:01 a.m. - Eagles make Walton Thurmond and Mark Sanchez signings official
#Eagles agree to terms with CB Walter Thurmond III on a one-year contract and sign QB Mark Sanchez to a two-year contract.
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 11, 2015
7:02 a.m. - Eagles reportedly agree to terms with CB Walter Thurmond
Eagles reached agreement with former Giants and Seahawks CB Walter Thurmond, per source. Thurmond now teams up again with Byron Maxwell.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 11, 2015
Tuesday, March 10th (Free-Agency begins at 4:00 p.m.)
6:45 p.m. - Eagles officially announce trade of Nick Foles for Sam Bradford.
#Eagles acquire QB Sam Bradford, '15 5th round draft pick from St. Louis in exchange for QB Nick Foles, '15 4th round, '16 2nd round picks
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 10, 2015
7:13 p.m. - Eagles officially announce signing of Byron Maxwell.
Securing the secondary: #Eagles agree to terms on a six-year deal with CB Byron Maxwell. #FlyEaglesFly pic.twitter.com/bEzE7SqFD2
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 10, 2015
5:09 p.m. - According to Adam Caplan, the Eagles and RB DeMarco Murray have mutual interest in completing a deal.
Adam Caplan on NFL Insiders just said the Eagles and Cowboys free agent RB DeMarco Murray have mutual interest. pic.twitter.com/nFLkvKiPmG
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) March 10, 2015
4:57 p.m. - Eagles officially announce Kiko Alonso for LeSean McCoy trade.
OFFICIAL: #Eagles acquire LB Kiko Alonso from Buffalo in exchange for RB LeSean McCoy. pic.twitter.com/eaH49LdJoV
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 10, 2015
4:15 p.m. - Eagles-Rams trade
Alright ... The basic agreement between the Rams and Eagles includes a swap of picks this year and a conditional going to Philly next next.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 10, 2015
4:12 p.m. - Eagles reportedly get 2nd rounder
4:01 p.m. - Eagles trade confirmed
Can confirm the #Eagles trading QB Nick Foles to the #Rams for draft pick compensation is done.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) March 10, 2015
3:58 p.m. - Eagles to reportedly trade Nick Foles to the Rams for Sam Bradford
Filed to ESPN: Rams close to trading QB Sam Bradford to Philadelphia for Nick Foles and draft-pick compensation, per sources.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 10, 2015
3:42 p.m. - Seahawks finalizing trade with Saints for Jimmy Graham
The Saints and Seahawks are trying to finalize trade Jimmy Graham and a 4th rounder for Max Unger and Seattle first rounder
— Jay Glazer (@JayGlazer) March 10, 2015
3:40 p.m. - Malcolm Jenkins defends Chip Kelly
Is it too late to tell these guys "Philly ain't bad at all" ... Chip is a great guy! And who doesn't like sports science and Cheesesteaks?
— Malcolm Jenkins (@MalcolmJenkins) March 10, 2015
3:34 p.m. - Saints shopping Jimmy Graham?
The #Saints have called around, open to shopping many of their players, source say. One notable player included: TE Jimmy Graham. For real.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 10, 2015
2:47 p.m. - Bradon Browner won't take a pay cut, reportedly
Per source, Brandon Browner won't take a paycut to stay in New England. So they either exercise his option as it stands, or cut him by 4 ET.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 10, 2015
... Browner is owed $5.5 million for 2015. Pats allowed him to gauge interest from other teams, and there is interest there.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) March 10, 2015
12:43 p.m. - Trent Cole, now, not yet going to Indy
Trent Cole does not have a deal with the #Colts, per league source. Several teams still remain interested.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 10, 2015
12:22 p.m. - Frank Gore to sign with the Colts
Let's try this again: Frank Gore plans to sign with Indy, per source; deal expected to be similar to Philly offer: 3-years, $12M, $7.5M gtd.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 10, 2015
12:15 p.m. - Colts to sign former Eagle Trent Cole
The #Colts are signing pass-rusher Trent Cole
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 10, 2015
11:17 a.m. - Andre Johnson, like Frank Gore, reportedly choosing the Colts over the Eagles
Got this from someone close to 80: "Dre on owners private jet headed to Indy. He called Gore & they agreed both to Indy. Philly wanted both"
— Lance Zierlein (@LanceZierlein) March 10, 2015
10:32 a.m. - Eagles reportedly interested in 27-year-old safety Ron Parker
One safety the #Eagles are in on: Ron Parker....27 years old, can play both safety and cornerback.
— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) March 10, 2015
10:27 a.m. - Five teams in mix for Darrelle Revis, not Eagles
10:14 a.m. - Eagles not in mix for RB DeMarco Murray
If DeMarco Murray doesn't hear from #Cowboys by 4 p.m., teams in the mix: #Cardinals, #Jaguars, maybe #Bucs.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 10, 2015
10:09 a.m. - Frank Gore likely to pick Colts over Eagles because of Indy's o-coordinator, Pep Hamilton
9:07 a.m. - Cary Williams signs a reported three-year deal with the Seahawks, worth $18 million.
Cary Williams' three-year Seahawks deal is $18 million, gets $7 million 2015, $5 million in 2016 and $6 million in 2017, according to source
— Aaron Wilson (@AaronWilson_NFL) March 10, 2015
12:07 a.m. - WR Andre Johnson reportedly not considering the Eagles
Andre Johnson's brother tweeted 4 teams Andre is interested in _ Seahawks, Colys, Pats and Packers.
— Terry Blount???????? (@TBlountNews) March 10, 2015
Monday, March 9th
6:52 p.m. - Frank Gore is reportedly reconsidering joining the Eagles and is talking with the Colts.
Free agent shocker: Frank Gore reconsiders potential/pending deal with the #Eagles, I'm told.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 9, 2015
With negotiations still ongoing — no deals are final — keep an eye on the #Colts for the coveted services of RB Frank Gore.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 9, 2015
4:12 p.m. - The Eagles officially announced Brandon Graham's 4-year deal.
Four more years! #FlyEaglesFly#Eagles agree to terms with LB Brandon Graham on the eve of #NFLFreeAgency. pic.twitter.com/CiTnu5f0pc
— Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) March 9, 2015
4:03 p.m. The Eagles have reportedly agreed to bring Brandon Graham back on a 4-year deal.
The #Eagles signed Brandon Graham to a 4-year deal worth $26M, source said. He gets $14M guaranteed
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 9, 2015
3:37 p.m. - Darrelle Revis set to become a free-agent
Patriots not picking up $20 million option in Darrelle Revis' contract; now set to become free agent Tuesday.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2015
2:41 p.m. - Patriots reportedly to let CB Brandon Browner test the market
Patriots reportedly allowing Brandon Browner to explore his value around the NFL http://t.co/g2EGQt5DOM
— Around The NFL (@AroundTheNFL) March 9, 2015
2:40 p.m. - Eagles and Giants are finalists to sign Brandon Graham
I'm told Brandon Graham has multiple offers and it's down to Philly and New York. #Eagles #Giants
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 9, 2015
1:19 a.m. - Rams have reportedly "upped offer" for Nick Foles
9:45 a.m. - Maclin will make about $11 million per season
Chiefs' deal with Jeremy Maclin will be worth $11 million per season, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 9, 2015
9:14 a.m. - A big named San Francisco 49ers will reportedly be traded
San Fran surprise coming Monday (unrelated to the Colin Kaepernick trade rumors) http://t.co/vgAXRWykXw
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) March 9, 2015
1:13 a.m. - Eagles rumored to be involved in Colin Kaepernick trade talks
Sunday, March 8th
10:35 p.m. - Safety Devin McCourty will reportedly remain in New England after drawing interest from Eagles.
The #Patriots are keeping S Devin McCourty after a hard push from the #Jaguars, the #Eagles and the #Giants.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) March 9, 2015
8:28 p.m. - Jeremy Maclin will reportedly reunite with Andy Reid in Kansas City when free agency opens.
The Eagles' wild ride will continue: Jeremy Maclin plans to reunite with Andy Reid in Kansas City once free agent market opens Tuesday.
— Chris Mortensen (@mortreport) March 9, 2015
Just got word from source #eagles WR jeremy Maclin @j_mac18 will sign w #Chiefs
— Howard Eskin (@howardeskin) March 9, 2015
7:30 p.m. Mark Sanchez will reportedly return to the Eagles on a 2-year deal.
Source confirms reports that QB Mark Sanchez will return to the #Eagles on a 2-year $9M deal worth a max of $16M if he hits incentives.
— Jeff McLane (@Jeff_McLane) March 8, 2015
4:52 p.m. Byron Maxwell reportedly tells ESPN's Josina Anderson that he is heading to Philadelphia:
I just got off the phone with CB Byron Maxwell. Maxwell told me directly, "I'm going to Philly." #Eagles
— IG: JosinaAnderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 8, 2015
4:30 p.m. LeSean McCoy is Buffalo bound:
4:28 p.m. - Frank Gore has reportedly told people he will sign with Eagles.
Free-agent RB Frank Gore has told people he will sign this week with the Philadelphia Eagles, league sources told me and @caplannfl.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2015
2:43 p.m. - Eagles have reportedly made an offer to RB Frank Gore
Source indicates the #49ers are bracing to lose Frank Gore. Has an offer on the table from the #Eagles averaging $5M+, $7M in guarantees.
— Rand Getlin (@RandGetlin) March 8, 2015
1:17 p.m. One report suggests that the Eagles and CB Byron Maxwell have agreed to a deal.
8:32 a.m. - Return to Eagles for Jeremy Maclin appears likely according to reports.
12:35 a.m. - The Eagles reportedly have "serious interest," in RB Frank Gore.
As I reported last night, expectation is that #Eagles and Gore will get a deal done by Tuesday. That continues to be the case, per source
— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) March 8, 2015
#Eagles showing serious interest in San Francisco #49ers RB Frank Gore, per source. http://t.co/NwdigZ6YEF
— Eliot Shorr-Parks (@EliotShorrParks) March 8, 2015
Saturday, March 7th
10:20 p.m. - Randall Cobb is reportedly returning to the Packers with a 4-year, $40 million deal. The move impacts the wide receiver market which is now lead up by Jeremy Maclin.
Randall Cobb back to Green Bay on a 4-year, $40 million deal, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) March 8, 2015
7:17 p.m. - Eagles expected to target pass rushers in free agency. Brian Orakpo could reportedly be a target.
Report: Eagles expected to target pass rushers in free agency, Orakpo could be a target http://t.co/I56IFku1GM pic.twitter.com/tKSvlMYpZd
— Brandon Lee Gowton (@BrandonGowton) March 8, 2015
2:39 p.m. - Texans reportedly have interest in pursuing Jeremy Maclin in free agency.
Texans making run at WR Randall Cobb and Jeremy Mackin to replace Andre Johnson. Expect them 2 target Torrey Smith, 2.
— John McClain (@McClain_on_NFL) March 7, 2015
1:00 p.m. - LeSean McCoy to reportedly sign a new deal with the Bills
Sources tell @FOXSports1 LeSean McCoy and the Bills are close on a new contract. Expected to be agreed to before trade is official Tues.
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 7, 2015
Friday, March 6th
9:06 p.m. - Trent Cole to reportedly visit with Browns and Colts
Trent Cole's free agency tour continues with scheduled visits with #Browns and #Colts, per source.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 7, 2015
8:35 a.m. - Todd Herremans reportedly to visit the Colts
Todd Herremans is visiting the Colts today, per source.
— Tim McManus (@Tim_McManus) March 6, 2015
Thursday, March 5th
4:50 p.m. - Safety Devin McCourty is reportedly, "high on Eagles' free-agent board."
Sources in Philadelphia tell me Devin McCourtey is high on the Eagles free agent board and will pursue him. As will the New York Giants.
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 5, 2015
9:27 a.m. - Cary Williams to visit the Seahawks
As @RavensInsider said, Cary Williams to visit #Seahawks. More teams also interested in visits.
— Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) March 5, 2015
7:43 a.m. - Trent Cole to visit the Bucs
#Bucs confirm former @Eagles LB Trent Cole is visiting One Buc Place today.
— Tampa Bay Buccaneers (@Buccaneers) March 5, 2015
READ: http://t.co/qIMLl9e2a8 pic.twitter.com/5juePW3GWf
5:30 a.m. - Eagles plan to give Chris Polk a low tender this offseason, a one-year, $1.6 million contract for 2015.
Wednesday, March 4th
12:27 p.m. - Eagles to go after OLB Jason Worilds
Per league sources the Eagles are expected to go after OLB Jason Worilds as soon as free agency starts #eagles #Steelers
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) March 4, 2015
Tuesday, March 3rd
7:19 p.m. - C.J. Spiller wants to come to Philly?
6:40 p.m. - Mark Ingram to Philly rumblings
I've heard rumblings about the Eagles being interested in Mark Ingram, with today's trade those now make a whole lot more sense.
— Lyons Yellin (@LyonsYellin) March 3, 2015
6:33 p.m. - LeSean McCoy traded for Kiko Alonso
5:14 p.m. - Trent Cole, Brandon Graham will not be retained
Monday, February 23rd
7:42 a.m. - Eagles front-runners for Byron Maxwell