The Philadelphia Eagles finally have their 53-man roster for the 2026 season, and there were some interesting results to it.
Some were surprised by how many veterans made the roster over younger players. The Eagles also managed to carry all four quarterbacks, which will spark debate among fans over the next few days.
Regardless of the final decisions, some clear winners and losers emerged. Here's a look at who came out on top after the roster was announced and who were the biggest losers from it.
Winners and losers from Eagles' final 53-man roster
Winner: Andy Dalton, QB
After a below-average preseason for the three-time Pro Bowler, Dalton somehow survived the 53-man roster. It was surprising to see the Eagles with four quarterbacks, but general manager Howie Roseman said that was a possibility, so he backed up his word. No trade for Dalton, as he stays an Eagle...for now.
Losers: International Pathway Program Players
Most Eagles fans were really questioning the decision to let Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru go and risk them on the waiver wire. While Bernard and Weru are raw talents with only three football games played in their lives, they also show great potential. Eagles fans hope Roseman's risk pays off and both make the practice squad.
Winner: E.J. Jenkins, TE
The stunner of the Eagles' 53-man roster is Jenkins actually making the team. While Jenkins has always been a solid player, he's mostly been a practice squad player. Most Eagles fans thought it would be Cameron Latu who got the fourth tight end spot. Philly must see something in him that motivated them to keep Jenkins on the team.
Loser: Eli Stowers, TE
Jenkins making the team is bad news for Stowers and his chances of playing early in the season. This almost solidifies that Stowers will be inactive early in the year, and Jenkins is most likely TE3. It was expected, but it still stings to see their second-round pick reduced to an inactive player.
Winner: Jonathan Greenard, EDGE
What a massive win to see Greenard on the roster and not be included on the PUP or moved to IR. That's encouraging news that he might be better from the pectoral injury. Still, he might need to get ramped up over the next two weeks to get ready for Week 1, so he's not completely out of the woods yet.
Loser: Chance Campbell, LB
Eagles defensive coordinator Vic Fangio raved about Campbell during training camp, so some thought he would make the roster. That did not happen, as the Eagles will start the season with only four inside linebackers. Despite not making the team, Campbell should be a candidate for the practice squad.
Winner: Kelee Ringo, CB
Ringo must be a cat because this man has nine lives. No matter how much he struggles in coverage during the preseason, he can land a job. That Week 1 preseason interception saved his job, but more importantly, he's great on special teams, and the Eagles are showing how important that is to them.
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Winner: Howie Roseman, GM
Credit to Roseman for not making a single trade before the roster cutdown, even after 15 were executed. Last year, he got desperate and made several moves, most of which didn't pan out, so he stuck to his guns and will roll with the guys he brought in. Still, a trade or two could still be in the works, but no matter how much Eagles fans complain about some decisions, Roseman has earned the right to prove that he knows what he's doing.
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