Eagles Urged To Sign Veteran Super Bowl Champion Defensive Back

The entirety of the Philadelphia Eagles put on a display of dominance last season that culminated in a triumph in Super Bowl LIX. Looking around the depth chart, any weakness was hard to identify if even applicable. 

Philadelphia's defensive front led by monstrous defensive tackle Jalen Carter earned plenty of shine and linebacker Zack Baun became one of the best stories around the NFL. 

In some ways, the excellence of the Eagles' secondary took a back seat. But that did not stop a breakout campaign from their young stars. Both Quinyon Mitchell and Cooper DeJean shined in their rookie seasons. 

Eli Ricks and Kelee Ringo represent the other budding pieces in the secondary all ready to repeat their success again in 2025. But could this group explore the addition of some veteran talent?

Super Bowl Champion and NFL Defensive Player of the Year Stephon Gilmore remains a free agent. Gilmore has no leaning for his next destination though Patrick McAvoy believes it's an avenue worth consideration. 

"He's one of the top cornerbacks in recent memory. He may not be a DPOY any longer, but he's a veteran who could have a similar impact as someone like Darius Slay from last year."

The Eagles signed Adoree' Jackson during free agency so there is some veteran flavor to this young cornerbacks room. However, Gilmore became a mercenary to help contending teams in the latter stages of his career and joining the Eagles would be a strong decision on his part if he seeks another shot at a championship. 

For Philadelphia, it's a move that would not cost a lot. Howie Roseman rarely hesitates to play things aggressive and add pieces he thinks necessary to keep his team in the thick of title contention. 

Yet, it may not be necessary here for the Eagles. They intentionally let players like Darius Slay walk in the first place to get younger and let those players take on a more featured role. 

But with how aggressive the Eagles play their roster construction, never count Roseman out when it comes to making a surprise move.