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A former member of the Philadelphia Eagles is joining the New England Patriots ahead of the Super Bowl as a depth option. Former Eagles linebacker Patrick Johnson played nine games with Philadelphia while splitting time across the active roster and practice squad throughout the 2025 season.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 28

Patriots Sign Two Players Before Super Bowl LX

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — As the New England Patriots begin their preparations for a showdown with the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, they continue to make roster moves in the interest in doing what is best for the football team.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 27

Eagles Elevate Two Players From Practice Squad For Week 13

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they elevated OLB Patrick Johnson and S Andre’ Sam from the practice squad for Friday’s Week 13 game. Johnson, 27, was a seventh-round pick by the Eagles out of Tulane in 2021.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / November 10

Eagles Add Key Defensive Player To Roster For Week 10 Matchup Vs. Packers

Nolan Smith was added to the Eagles’ 53-man roster just hours before kickoff against the Green Bay Packers on Monday Night Football. In addition, Patrick Johnson is being elevated from the practice squad.

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The best teams do not always win the Super Bowl. Sometimes, great NFL squads have failed to win a playoff game. Here are the best ones since the AFL-NFL merger to fall short of advancing in a postseason bracket.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / November 5

Eagles Re-Sign OLB Patrick Johnson To Practice Squad

The Philadelphia Eagles announced that they’ve re-signed OLB Patrick Johnson to their practice squad on Wednesday. Johnson, 27, was a seventh-round pick by the Eagles out of Tulane in 2021.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / October 17

Opportunity Could Finally Be Knocking For Eagles Veteran Pass Rusher

It’s hard to remember that Patrick Johnson was a sack machine during his time at Tulane, collecting double-digit sacks in two of his four years there - 10.5 in 2018 and 10 in 2020, his senior season, and finished with 24.5 in his career.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Bleeding Green Nation / September 22

Eagles-Rams snap counts: Benching Matt Pryor for Fred Johnson worked well

The official snap counts from the Philadelphia Eagles’ Week 3 win over the Los Angeles Rams are in! Let’s take a look and run through some analysis. Jalen Hurts, Jordan Mailata, Cam Jurgens, and Tyler Steen have played 100% of the Eagles’ offensive snaps so far this season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 21

Eagles Add Patrick Johnson To Inactives

The Philadelphia Eagles' inactives for the Week 3 measuring-stick game against the Los Angeles Rams looked familiar except for edge rusher and special teams standout Patrick Johnson, who had played in both games during the Eagles' 2-0 start to the season.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / September 8

Preseason standout called up to Eagles active roster among several moves made

There's never a day of rest for Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman as he constructs a never-ending roster. On Monday, the Eagles announced that they have signed edge rusher Patrick Johnson from the practice squad to the active roster.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 8

Eagles Promote OLB Patrick Johnson Among Other Moves

The Philadelphia Eagles announced they have promoted OLB Patrick Johnson to the active roster from the practice squad. The team also added RB Montrell Johnson and OL Hollin Pierce to the practice squad and released WR Elijah Cooks.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Rumors / September 5

Eagles sign one of NFL's top remaining free agents

The Eagles have signed one of the league’s top remaining free agents in edge-rusher Za’Darius Smith, per a team announcement. Smith met with the team in Philadelphia on Friday and passed a physical prior to signing a one-year deal with a maximum value of $9M, according to FOX Sports’ Jordan Schultz.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 4

Eagles Elevate Two Veterans For Week 1 Vs. Cowboys

There was more uncertainty surrounding the Eagles’ practice squad elevations than usual for Thursday night’s home opener against the Dallas Cowboys. Ultimately, Philadelphia elevated two veterans, special teams standout Patrick Johnson and safety Marcus Epps.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Pro Football Talk / September 4

Eagles elevate LB Patrick Johnson, S Marcus Epps for Thursday night

The Eagles called up a pair of experienced defensive players from the practice squad ahead of Thursday night's game against the Cowboys. Linebacker Patrick Johnson and safety Marcus Epps are the two additions to the roster.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Bleeding Green Nation / August 27

Eagles practice squad news: Patrick Johnson among 14 signings

The Philadelphia Eagles signed 14 players to their practice squad on Wednesday afternoon, according to an official team announcement. Here’s a last name alphabetical order overview with accompanied analysis.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / August 27

Philadelphia Eagles 2025 practice squad roster: Full list of players

The Philadelphia Eagles have finalized their practice squad for now, with 14 players returning to the team. It is split down the middle with seven defensive players and seven offensive players on each side.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 18

Playmaking Preseason For Eagles Edge Rusher, But Will It Be Enough This Time?

Patrick Johnson was still living in New York, sitting in a chair, chilling with his wife, when his phone buzzed. It was, by his recollection, about 30 minutes before the Eagles took to the field inside the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / July 8

2025 Eagles Training Camp Preview: Uncertainty On The Edge

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NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / May 30

Eagles, 49ers finalizing Bryce Huff trade

To little surprise, Bryce Huff will not remain with the Eagles for 2025. A trade agreement is in place for the veteran edge rusher. After remaining away from the team during spring workouts, Huff is set to be on the move shortly.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / April 7

C.J. Gardner-Johnson's Return Succeeded, What About The Return Of These Two?

The return of safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson to the Eagles last off-season after a year away in Detroit was a smashing success. Unlike Gardner-Johnson, who sparked the Eagles to a Super Bowl LIX title, the Eagles are bringing back two players who began their careers in Philadelphia as late-round picks – Patrick Johnson and Matt Pryor.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / March 14

Eagles agree to give one of their former draft picks another shot

At the end of the league's first week of free agency, you could say the Philadelphia Eagles have been busy. Amid some other free agency signings and even some trade rumors surfacing, Howie Roseman has been busy.

New York Giants News / New York Giants on SI / December 21, 2024

Giants Place Linebackers Bobby Okereke, Patrick Johnson on IR

The New York Giants placed inside linebacker Bobby Okereke (back) and outside linebacker Patrick Johnson (knee) on injured reserve Saturday, two moves that are season-ending for each player and which were expected.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 31, 2024

Former Steelers WR Looking for Revenge Game

Diontae Johnson played five years with the Pittsburgh Steelers before an offseason trade sent him to Carolina with the Panthers. Now, after being moved for a second time this year, he's back in the AFC North, this time with the Baltimore Ravens.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / September 17, 2024

Giants Claim OLB Patrick Johnson Off Waivers From Eagles, Place K Graham Gano On IR

The New York Giants have claimed OLB Patrick Johnson off the waiver wire from the Eagles, per Tom Pelissero. The team also announced it placed K Graham Gano on injured reserve as expected. Johnson, 26, was a seventh-round pick by the Eagles out of Tulane in 2021.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Eagles Wire / September 16, 2024

Eagles waive linebacker Patrick Johnson ahead of Week 2 matchup vs. Falcons

The Eagles are waiving former sixth-round pick Patrick Johnson ahead of Monday’s matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The team announced the move before pregame warmups and three other roster moves. Johnson’s departure could signal that Jalyx Hunt is ready to contribute weekly to the defense and special teams.