Eagles Draft Depth Chart: Greenard, Makai Lemon Revamp Roster

The Philadelphia Eagles entered the 2026 offseason facing three critical roster‑building junctures: the start of free agency, the NFL Draft, and the roster cut‑down day, each of which reshapes the depth chart dramatically.

While the organization will continue to tweak the roster over the coming months, the most recent depth‑chart update reflects notable shifts that emerged after the first wave of free‑agency moves and the draft.

Philadelphia’s rookie minicamp is scheduled for this week, after which the team will officially sign its undrafted free agents and may add a player from tryouts, although those players are not yet reflected on the depth chart.

The quarterback room now lists Jalen Hurts as the starter, followed by Tanner McKee, Andy Dalton, and the fifth‑round rookie Cole Payton, who was selected in the fifth round of the draft.

Payton’s presence adds a new wrinkle to the depth chart, as he was taken sixth overall among quarterbacks and could become the first rookie quarterback to make the 53‑man roster since Kyle McCord failed to do so in 2025.

General manager Howie Roseman has not ruled out keeping four quarterbacks on the roster, a decision that would diverge from recent Eagles practice but provides insurance against a potential injury to Hurts.

Trade possibilities also exist, with both McKee and Dalton being viable assets for teams in need of veteran quarterbacks, a scenario that could further streamline Philadelphia’s quarterback depth.

Running back depth remains unchanged, featuring Saquon Barkley, Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley, Dameon Pierce, and fullback Carson Steele.

The Eagles did not address the running back position in the draft, nor have they reported any agreements with undrafted rookie running backs, solidifying this group as the core for training camp.

Barkley is entrenched as the No. 1 back, while Bigsby provides a strong complementary option as the No. 2, and Pierce will compete to displace Shipley or force the team to retain four running backs on the active roster.

Carson Steele’s best chance to make the team lies in his fullback role, where he will battle former rookie Cam Latu for the No. 4 spot, a position the Eagles have historically filled with either a fullback or a tight end.

The wide‑receiver depth chart now lists DeVonta Smith as the clear No. 1, followed by Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, Darius Cooper, Johnny Wilson, Elijah Moore, Britain Covey, and Danny Gray.

AJ Brown remains on the roster but is expected to be traded after June 1, making Lemon, the No. 20 overall pick, the probable starter and a central figure in replacing Brown’s production.

Wicks, acquired earlier this month and signed to an extension, is projected to be among the top three receivers, offering positional flexibility that benefits the Eagles’ passing attack.

Hollywood Brown provides a speed threat and veteran experience, while Cooper, who showed growth during his rookie season, is poised to take a step forward in his second year.

Johnny Wilson is returning from a season‑ending injury and could see his arrow point upward if he demonstrates health and form during camp.

At tight end, Dallas Goedert retains the No. 1 spot, with Eli Stowers, Johnny Mundt, Grant Calcaterra, and versatile players Cameron Latu, Stone Smartt, and EJ Jenkins completing the group.

Stowers, a second‑round pick, shakes up the depth chart behind Goedert, and his development as both a blocker and a pass‑catcher will be closely monitored.

Mundt is expected to serve primarily as a blocking tight end, while Calcaterra may find himself on the outside looking in as the competition intensifies.

Latu’s versatility and special‑teams contributions add value, and the Eagles anticipate signing undrafted rookie tight end Dae’Quan Wright, who posted 39 catches for 635 yards and five touchdowns at Ole Miss.

The offensive line’s starting five—LT Jordan Mailata, LG Landon Dickerson, C Cam Jurgens, RG Tyler Steen, and RT Lane Johnson—remains unchanged from last season.

Depth additions include the re‑signing of Fred Johnson to a one‑year deal and the third‑round selection of Markel Bell, providing experienced depth at tackle and a potential future starter.

Sixth‑round pick Micah Morris adds guard depth, while second‑year linemen Drew Kendall, Myles Hinton, Cameron Williams, and Willie Lampkin will compete for roster spots during summer workouts.

Undrafted rookie Jaeden Roberts, who started 25 games for Alabama, joins the offensive‑line group, adding depth and competition for limited spots.

The edge‑rusher group now lists Jonathan Greenard as the clear No. 1, with Jalyx Hunt and Nolan Smith sharing the second and third positions, followed by Arnold Ebiketie, Joe Tryon‑Shoyinka, Keyshawn James‑Newby, and Jose Ramirez.

Greenard’s acquisition in a high‑profile trade underscores Philadelphia’s intent to make him a major contributor, effectively replacing Jaelan Phillips from the previous season.

Hunt and Smith’s presence in the top three suggests the Eagles could field three effective edge rushers, and Smith’s fifth‑year option was exercised this week, securing his contract for the upcoming season.

Ebiketie is projected as the No. 4 edge rusher, though Greenard’s arrival may limit his upside unless injuries arise.

Tryon‑Shoyinka, a former first‑round pick added in late March, will compete for playing time, while James‑Newby, a seventh‑round selection, provides additional depth.

The defensive tackle unit lists Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, Moro Ojomo, Byron Young, Ty Robinson, Gabe Hall, Ta’Quan Graham, and Uar Bernard, reflecting continuity from the previous season.

The Eagles exercised Carter’s fifth‑year option, and he may still negotiate a contract extension, aiming for a healthier, more productive version of himself.

Davis and Ojomo are high‑level interior linemen, together forming what could be one of the NFL’s strongest defensive‑tackle trios.

Uar Bernard, a rugby convert with no prior football experience, will be a story to watch as rookie minicamp marks his first organized team practice.

Linebacker starters include Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Smael Mondon, Chance Campbell, and Chandler Martin, with Baun and Campbell holding the primary roles.

The Eagles did not address linebacker depth in the draft, and Campbell is recovering from offseason surgery, providing a health variable for the position.

Chance Campbell impressed on the practice squad last season and could compete for a more prominent role, while Martin, signed in late March, may contribute on special teams when healthy.

Undrafted rookie Deontae Lawson, a former Alabama standout who led his team in tackles, is expected to sign and add depth to the linebacker group.

Cornerback depth features Quinyon Mitchell, Cooper DeJean (nickel), Riq Woolen, Jonathan Jones, Kelee Ringo, Mac McWilliams, Jakorian Bennett, Ambry Thomas, and Tariq Castro‑Fields.

Mitchell, Woolen, and DeJean form a trio that could rank among the league’s best, with Woolen’s marquee free‑agent signing solidifying the outside corner positions.

DeJean’s role may shift between outside corner and safety in nickel packages, providing the Eagles flexibility in defensive schemes.

Jones brings extensive experience with 78 career starts and multi‑position capability, while Ringo offers depth and special‑teams value despite not yet meeting starter expectations.

Bennett, a training‑camp acquisition from the previous summer, and McWilliams, entering his second year, are expected to make developmental jumps this offseason.

Safety depth lists Drew Mukuba as the starter, with Michael Carter II and Marcus Epps sharing the second‑and‑third spots, followed by J.T. Gray, Cole Wisniewski, Andre’ Sam, and Brandon Johnson.

The safety group remains an area where the Eagles could still seek upgrades, as competition between Carter and Epps for a starting role intensifies.

Gray was added primarily for special‑teams contributions, and Wisniewski, a seventh‑round pick, will vie for a roster spot based on his college experience.

Special‑team units retain Jake Elliott as kicker and Braden Mann as punter, with Mann’s contract extended and Elliott’s restructured during the offseason.

The long‑snapper position is listed as “TBD,” but the team expects to sign undrafted rookie Rocco Underwood, Florida’s four‑year long‑snapper, who was rated the fifth‑best at his position by draft analyst Dane Brugler.

Overall, the Eagles’ depth‑chart adjustments reflect a strategy of blending veteran stability with youthful potential, particularly at positions where recent drafts added high‑profile talent.

The inclusion of rookie Makai Lemon and edge rusher Jonathan Greenard signals Philadelphia’s commitment to infusing the roster with impact players capable of contributing immediately.

Philadelphia’s continued focus on depth, especially at quarterback, wide receiver, and the defensive line, aligns with the organization’s historical emphasis on roster flexibility and injury mitigation.

These roster moves will be closely examined as the Eagles approach training camp, where competition for the final 53‑man roster will intensify across all units.

Position	Starter	Reserve(s)
Quarterback	Jalen Hurts	Tanner McKee, Andy Dalton, Cole Payton
Running Back	Saquon Barkley	Tank Bigsby, Will Shipley, Dameon Pierce, Carson Steele (FB)
Wide Receiver	DeVonta Smith	Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, Darius Cooper, Johnny Wilson, Elijah Moore, Britain Covey, Danny Gray
Tight End	Dallas Goedert	Eli Stowers, Johnny Mundt, Grant Calcaterra, Cameron Latu, Stone Smartt, EJ Jenkins
Edge Rusher	Jonathan Greenard	Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith, Arnold Ebiketie, Joe Tryon‑Shoyinka, Keyshawn James‑Newby, Jose Ramirez