Overview
- After Dallas dealt Micah Parsons to the Packers for Kenny Clark and two future first-round picks, Sirianni noted Dallas still has personnel that requires specific preparation.
- Philadelphia named eight captains for 2025: Jake Elliott, Jalen Hurts, Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata, A.J. Brown, Zack Baun, Saquon Barkley and Reed Blankenship.
- Analysts rate the Eagles’ slate among the NFL’s toughest, with Sharp Football Analysis ranking it fourth-hardest and 11 of 17 games against 2024 playoff teams, including a Week 2 rematch at Kansas City.
- The front office added running back depth to reduce Saquon Barkley’s workload, bringing in AJ Dillon and keeping Audric Estime, Montrell Johnson Jr. and Will Shipley in the mix.
- Following notable defensive departures, the Eagles supplemented the unit with additions such as Adoree’ Jackson, Josh Uche, Azeez Ojulari and Jakorian Bennett.