The Philadelphia Eagles finalized their 53-man roster on Tuesday and have started putting together their 16-man practice squad for the 2021 season.
With new league rules in place, NFL teams’ practice squads are bigger and more pivotal than ever. One such rule allows for game-day promotions for up to two players each week, which means the name of every team’s game is depth.
Philly’s practice squad moves began this afternoon as the team looks to sign or re-sign recently cut players who weren’t claimed by waivers. The Eagles made some waves yesterday after waiving wide receiver Travis Fulgham and running back Jason Huntley, both of whom could end up on the practice squad before the start of the season.
This is a continually edited list of confirmed moves for the Eagles’ 2021 practice squad. Check back for the latest updates on which players made the squad.
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Travis Fulgham, wide receiver
After being unclaimed off waivers, wide receiver Travis Fulgham has been re-signed. Fulgham was the Eagles’ leading wideout last year, and his release on cut day shocked many in camp.
John Hightower, wide receiver
Wide receiver John Hightower has been re-signed. Hightower dealt with injuries for most of camp but will gain valuable experience on the practice squad.
Eagles have signed WRs Travis Fulgham & John Hightower to the practice squad.
— Victor Williams (@ThePhillyPod) September 1, 2021
Jordan Howard, running back
Running back Jordan Howard has been re-signed. Along with Huntley, Howard will offer much-needed depth to Philly’s RB room.
Eagles sign Jordan Howard, Travis Fulgham to practice squad. https://t.co/cY87laiiqQ
— ProFootballTalk (@ProFootballTalk) September 1, 2021
Raequan Williams, defensive tackle
Defensive tackle Raequan Williams has been re-signed. The second-year undrafted free agent gets a nod for his athletic prowess.
The #Eagles are signing DT Raequan Williams to the practice squad, per source. He had a strong summer.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
Grayland Arnold, safety
Safety Grayland Arnold has been re-signed.
JaCoby Stevens, linebacker
Linebacker JaCoby Stevens has been re-signed. He was the only 2021 draft pick to get cut, but he’ll be rejoining the team as an important defensive depth piece.
Linebacker JaCoby Stevens (a sixth-round pick this year) is signing to the Eagles' practice squad, per source.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) September 1, 2021
Sua Opeta, offensive guard
Offensive guard Sua Opeta has been re-signed. Opeta played in eight games with the Eagles last season, including two starts.
The Eagles are re-signing Sua Opeta to their practice squad, per source.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) September 1, 2021
No surprise here. He's been with them since 2019 and played some in 2020.
Kayode Awosika, offensive lineman
Offensive lineman Kayode Awosika has been re-signed. The undrafted tackle out of Buffalo nearly made the 53-man roster after a strong camp and should continue to develop in 2021.
The #Eagles are bringing back G Kayode Awosika on the practice squad, per league source.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
He had a really good camp and they clearly tried to hide him for this purpose.
Marvin Wilson, defensive tackle
Defensive tackle Marvin Wilson has been signed. Wilson was waived by the Browns and surprisingly unclaimed off the waiver wire after being one of the most coveted undrafted players earlier this year. Philly ultimately nabbed him, and he’ll provide plenty of value as an interior rusher.
Sources say Eagles are signing undrafted defensive tackle Marvin Wilson from Florida State to the practice squad pic.twitter.com/crQj3afB8r
— John Clark (@JClarkNBCS) September 1, 2021
Elijah Riley, safety
Safety Elijah Riley has been re-signed.
Safety Elijah Riley is signing to Eagles practice squad, per source.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) September 1, 2021
Jason Huntley, running back
As many expected, running back Jason Huntley has been re-signed. He adds depth to the Eagles’ RB room, as Philly will currently carry three running backs into the season.
The #Eagles are signing RB Jason Huntley to the practice squad, per league source.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
Craig James, cornerback
Cornerback Craig James has been re-signed. He’ll be a good addition to special teams.
The #Eagles are signing CB Craig James to the practice squad, per league source.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
Le’Raven Clark, offensive tackle
Offensive tackle Le’Raven Clark has been re-signed. Clark has four years of experience on Indy’s O-line and recently recovered from an ACL tear.
After missing the end of last season with an injury, OT Le’Raven Clark is healthy and had interest from multiple teams wanting to sign him to their practice squad. He chose to stay in Philly on their PS to continue developing under OL coach Jeff Stoutland.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 1, 2021
Ross Pierschbacher, offensive lineman
Offensive lineman Ross Pierschbacher has been re-signed.
The #Eagles are bringing back C Ross Pierschbacher on the practice squad, per league source.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
Michael Jacquet, cornerback
Cornerback Michael Jacquet has been re-signed. Jacquet played in seven games in 2020 with two starts, and he may be most remembered (in infamy) for one particular performance last season.
CB Michael Jacquet is signing to the Eagles' practice squad, per source.
— Dave Zangaro (@DZangaroNBCS) September 1, 2021
Matt Leo, defensive end
Defensive end Matt Leo will be kept on the Eagles’ practice squad as an extra 17th member. Leo comes from Australia through NFL’s International Pathway Program.
DE Matt Leo will join the #Eagles' practice squad as an international exemption, as expected, per source.
— Mike Kaye (@mike_e_kaye) September 1, 2021
Keep it locked here for updates.
September 2nd: Eagles agree to terms tight end Nick Eubanks, wide receiver KeeSean Johnson, and defensive end Marvin Wilson to join the practice squad after signing Hassan Ridgeway to the active roster and placing tackle/guard hybrid Jack Driscoll, tight end Tyree Jackson, and cornerback Josiah Scott on Reserve/Injured.
The Philadelphia Eagles also announced that they had released Grayland Arnold from their practice squad. This was after they claimed defensive back Andre Chachere off of waivers.