Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jaelan Phillips (50) against the Detroit Lions at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Philadelphia Eagles Free Agency Day 1 Recap

Originally posted on Stadium Rant | By Charles North | Last updated Mar 10, 2026 10:15 AM ET

The Philadelphia Eagles and GM Howie Roseman were not very active on Monday, but their names were still brought up in multiple expected moves. Despite no new additions, they lost a few key players to free agency. Here’s a recap of everything involving the Eagles on day one of NFL free agency.

Lost Jaelan Phillips To Carolina

Jaelan Phillips was viewed as a priority for the Eagles entering free agency. Losing him hurts, but the money the Carolina Panthers offered was almost unbeatable. He received a 4yr/$120mil contract from the Panthers.

Lost Jahan Dotson To Atlanta

Sep 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jahan Dotson (2) prior to a game against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Jahan Dotson was expected to depart Philadelphia in free agency, and on day one, he did just that. He signed with the Atlanta Falcons on a two-year deal worth $15 million. The Eagles will need a new WR3 entering the 2026 season.

Lost Reed Blankenship To Houston

Oct 26, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship (32) against the New York Giants at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Reed Blankenship was a key piece of the Eagles’ defense for the past few seasons. The lone reliable safety they had has now left in free agency. He signed a three-year deal worth over $24 million with the Houston Texans. The free agency class at safety still has a few names remaining, and Philadelphia could also opt to address this loss in the early stages of the NFL draft.

Lost Nakobe Dean To Las Vegas

Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean (17) reacts against the Detroit Lions during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Nakobe Dean signed a 3yr/$36mil contract with the Las Vegas Raiders. It was difficult seeing Dean return to Philadelphia with the lack of playing time available. Second-year linebacker Jihaad Campbell is expected to see an increased role in Dean’s absence.

Restructured Michael Carter II

Oct 15, 2023; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Jets cornerback Michael Carter II (30) celebrates after the game against the Philadelphia at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Michael Carter II was an expected cut candidate as his original contract would save the Eagles about $9 million in cap space. Instead, Roseman decided to restructure his contract and keep him around as solid cornerback depth. The restructured deal is rumored to save Philadelphia $6.8 million in salary cap space.

End Of My Eagles Rant

The Eagles had a very disappointing day one of NFL free agency . The goal all offseason was to re-sign their own guys rather than looking for outsiders. Instead, they lost multiple key pieces on just day one. They still have a few remaining free agents, most notably TE Dallas Goedert.

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