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Who have the Philadelphia Eagles signed so far? Track 2025 NFL free agency

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The Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles haven't made as many big splashes as they did in 2024 so far in NFL free agency, but general manager Howie Roseman has been active. 

The Eagles, who are in a tough cap situation, have added several free agents to add depth to the roster as they continue to work the margins before the 2025 season.

Philadelphia did most of its heavy lifting before free agency by signing Saquon Barkley to a historic contract extension and re-signing All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun.

The NFL's new league year began on March 12.

Here's what to know so far.

Who are the Philadelphia Eagles' free agents?

Here is a list of the Eagles' free agents and where they are headed this offseason:

  • Mekhi Becton, G (signed with Los Angeles Chargers)
  • Josh Sweat, edge  (signed with Arizona Cardinals)
  • Milton Williams, DL (signed with New England Patriots)
  • Oren Burks, LB (signed with Cincinnati Bengals)
  • Isaiah Rodgers, CB (signed with Vikings)
  • Avonte Maddox, CB (signed with Detroit Lions)
  • Kenneth Gainwell, RB (signed with Steelers)
  • Britain Covey (RFA), WR (reportedly became UFA after Eagles didn't extend tender offer)
  • Parris Campbell, WR (signed with Dallas Cowboys)
  • Jack Driscoll, T
  • Fred Johnson, T (signed with Jacksonville Jaguars)
  • Le'Raven Clark, T
  • Rick Lovato, LS
  • C.J. Uzomah, TE
  • LB/FB Ben VanSumeren (ERFA) (reportedly re-signing with Eagles)

Philadelphia Eagles 2025 NFL free agency tracker

Here is a running list of who the Eagles have signed — and lost — before and during the 2025 NFL free agency and legal tampering periods.

March 4: The Eagles signed Saquon Barkley to a two-year, $41.2 million contract extension. The extension makes Barkley the highest-paid running back in NFL history and the league's first-ever $20 million-plus-per-year running back.

March 5: One day after extending Barkley, Howie Roseman and the Eagles prevented All-Pro linebacker Zack Baun from reaching free agency. The Birds and Baun agreed to a three-year, $51 million contract extension with $34 million reportedly guaranteed.

March 10: The Eagles are reportedly losing cornerback Isaiah Rodgers to the Minnesota Vikings, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Rodgers will sign a two-year, $15 million contract with Minnesota, Schefter reported.

March 10: Milton Williams is leaving Philadelphia, reportedly signing with the New England Patriots.

March 10: Darius Slay, who the Eagles released earlier this month, is reportedly signing with the Pittsburgh Steelers.

March 10: Josh Sweat and the Arizona Cardinals have agreed on a four-year, $76.4 million contract, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Sweat reunites with Arizona head coach Jonathan Gannon, who was the Eagles' defensive coordinator in 2021-22.

March 10: According to CBS Sports' Jonathan Jones, the Eagles made their first move during the NFL legal tampering period, reportedly trading quarterback Kenny Pickett to the Cleveland Browns for Dorian Thompson-Robinson and a 2025 fifth-round pick.

March 10: Linebacker Oren Burks, who filled in for injured linebacker Nakobe Dean in the playoffs, will sign a two-year, $5 million deal with the Cincinnati Bengals, according to NFL Network.

March 11: The Eagles reportedly will trade safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson and a 2026 sixth-round pick to the Houston Texans for guard Kenyon Green and a 2026 fifth-round pick, according to the NFL Network.

March 11: Kenneth Gainwell is reportedly heading to Western Pennsylvania. The running back is set to sign a one-year deal with the Pittsburgh Steelers, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Gainwell spent the past four seasons with the Eagles after he was selected in the 2021 NFL draft.

March 12: The Eagles have finally made a free-agent signing! The Birds are bringing back linebacker/fullback Ben VanSumeren on a one-year deal, according to the NFL Network.

March 12: The Eagles didn't offer wide receiver and punt returner Britain Covey a tender offer, which makes him an unrestricted free agent, according to Jimmy Kempski of Philly Voice. Covey entered the offseason as a restricted free agent. 

March 12: The Eagles are signing former Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon to a one-year contract, according to NFL Network's Mike Garafolo.

March 13: The Eagles are signing edge rusher Joshua Uche to a one-year contract.

March 13: The Eagles and tight end Harrison Bryant agreed to a one-year contract.

March 13: The Eagles have agreed to terms with former Giants and Titans cornerback Adoree' Jackson on a one-year deal.

March 14: The Eagles appear to be moving on from Rick Lovato as their long snapper. The Birds on Friday agreed to a one-year contract with Charley Hughlett.

March 14: The Eagles are reportedly signing Avery Williams, a running back and return specialist, to a one-year contract, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.

March 14: The Eagles are bringing back linebacker Patrick Johnson on a one-year contract. Johnson was claimed off waivers in September 2024.

March 14: The Eagles are reportedly signing another tight end, agreeing to a one-year contract with Kylen Granson, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

March 14: According to the NFL Network, Eagles guard Mekhi Becton has reportedly signed with the Los Angeles Chargers.

March 15: Eagles wide receiver Parris Campbell has reportedly agreed to a one-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.

March 17: The Philadelphia Eagles added another former Georgia Bulldog to their defense and signed outside linebacker Azeez Ojulari to a one-year deal. He spent the first four years of his career with the Giants.

March 17: The Eagles and two-time Super Bowl champion right tackle Lane Johnson have agreed on a one-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2027 season. 

March 18: Eagles legend Brandon Graham officially retires after playing in Philadelphia for 15 seasons.

March 19: The Eagles lost their swing tackle in free agency. Fred Johnson has signed a one-year deal with the Jaguars.

March 21: Eagles defensive back Avonte Maddox has signed with the Detroit Lions. Maddox played seven years with the Eagles and made a pivotal pass breakup in Super Bowl LIX.

March 24: The Eagles are signing veteran offensive tackle Kendall Lamm to a one-year contract, according to NFL Network

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