Reed Blankenship: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / September 2

Eagles' Captain Changes Agents With Potential Extension Looming

With rumors circulating of a possible extension for Reed Blankenship, Athletes First has confirmed that Eagles’ fourth-year safety has joined the agency.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / September 1

Reed Blankenship's recommendation paved the way for former Eagles DB's return

Many characteristics go into being a true leader on a team, and Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship is proving that time and time again. Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni was speaking to the media on Sunday when he discussed the team bringing back safety Marcus Epps.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 31

Paying in Forward Helped Eagles' Safety Return

The height of Marcus Epps’ NFL career was the 2022 season when the Wyoming product was the steady hand on the back end of the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl LVII defense.

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How many of the players to throw for 4,000 yards in a single season most recently for each NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 30

Making Sense Of Eagles Contract Extension Rumors

The Philadelphia Eagles have proven time and time again that they aren't afraid to get a deal done sooner rather than later. Take a look at the current roster and you'll see examples of this idea left and right.

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The 25 most memorable Monday Night Football moments

Another NFL season means more potentially memorable moments from Monday Night Football. Here are 25 of the most notable to date.

Philadelphia Eagles News / A to Z Sports / August 30

Former UDFA Reed Blankenship among Philadelphia Eagles' 8 captains for the 2025 NFL season

The Philadelphia Eagles announced their captains for the 2025 NFL season, with a total of eight selected, including three new additions. Here is the list of the Eagles' captains for this fall, with the new guys in bold: • QB Jalen Hurts • RT Lane Johnson • PK Jake Elliott • WR A.J.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 29

Eagles' Name Eight Team Captains, Including Three First-Timers

The Eagles have announced eight team captains for the 2025 season, including three first-time selections: All-Pro running back Saquon Barkley on the offensive

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 25

Eagles Safety Waited For Call That Never Came On Cutdown Day

Reed Blankenship left everything he had on the field in the preseason finale back in 2022 against the Miami Dolphins. He had a solid summer as an undrafted free agent from Middle Tennessee State, so there was already some buzz that he would make the team, but nothing is guaranteed.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 12

Eagles' S Competition Is Heating Up

Nestled into a quick 57-minute Eagles practice at the NovaCare Complex Tuesday morning was an unexpected development. Instead of Sydney Brown lining up opposite Reed Blankenship on the back end of Vic Fangio's defense in nickel looks, rookie second-round pick Drew Mukuba jogged onto the field for the first rep.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / August 11

Eagles' Reed Blankenship Is Comfortable With Safety Competition

The one constant on the back end of the Eagles’ defense in the 2025 season will be fourth-year pro Reed Blankenship. It’s shaping up like the replacement for the departed C.J.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / August 1

Eagles DBs show off their versatility at training camp with unusual new roles

Every Philadelphia Eagles fan knew how versatile defensive backs Cooper DeJean and Reed Blankenship was from their play on the field and the work on their podcast "Exciting Mics." Now, the two might have a new role they weren't expecting to play in their careers.

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25 NFL quarterbacks from the 2000s who you already forgot about

As years go by, it's easy to forget some of the players who suited up on the gridiron. While the quarterback is the one position in the NFL that is under

Philadelphia Eagles News / Last Word On Sports / July 22

Three Philadelphia Eagles Contract Extension Candidates

The Philadelphia Eagles have many top-end players on the roster already under contract for multiple years. That doesn’t mean that all of their key players have a long-term contract in place, though.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / July 21

Eagles Sign Second-Round Pick On Eve Of Camp

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed second-round safety Drew Mukuba to his four-year rookie deal on the eve of their 2025 training camp. Eagles players are set to report to training camp on Tuesday and will hit the practice field for the first time on Wednesday morning.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / July 18

Broken NFL Logjam Bodes Well For Eagles' Safety Competition

The logjam is easing around the NFL with second-round draft picks, and that’s good news for the Philadelphia Eagles and Drew Mukuba, the 64th overall and last overall selection in the round.

Philadelphia Eagles News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 3

Eagles surprising stance on $3.5M Reed Blankenship contract

The Philadelphia Eagles’ reluctance to engage in contract extension talks with starting safety Reed Blankenship has raised eyebrows across the NFL, especially considering his role on the team and their healthy financial position.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / June 30

Eagles Top 25 For 2025: Ballhawk Checks In At No. 15 For Second Straight Year

It’s already been three years since Reed Blankenship showed he belonged in the NFL. As an undrafted free agent, proving to yourself and others that you are in the right profession can be an elusive target.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / June 22

Eagles still must address looming contract extension before 2025 season

After the turnover seen on the defense over the offseason, the Philadelphia Eagles will be leaning more on their 26-year-old safety Reed Blankenship to take more of a leadership role.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Philadelphia Eagles on SI / June 20

Despite Presumptions, Safety Spot Opposite Reed Blankenship Is Still Up For Grabs

The perception surrounding the competition to replace playmaking safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson in the Philadelphia Eagles defensive backfield is not if, but when the 2025 second-round pick Drew Mukuba is deemed ready.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / June 10

PFF position rankings once again proves Reed Blankenship is being overlooked

Once the Philadelphia Eagles traded safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson away, the secondary became Reed Blankenship's to run as the leader of the group. Blankenship came out of college as an undrafted free agent in 2022 with the Eagles and quickly rose to become one of the top defenders on the team.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Inside the Iggles / June 6

Reed Blankenship cements place in football history in Hall of Fame display

The Pro Football Hall of Fame has made ample room for visitors to see the historic season the Philadelphia Eagles had last year. From Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni's headset being included to uniforms being added, the Hall of Fame has made sure the Eagles are on full display.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / June 3

Three most underrated Eagles for 2025

Even the best NFL teams need contributions from little-known players and the Eagles are no exception. These three have been named as the most unappreciated/underrated members on Philadelphia’s roster.

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Philadelphia Eagles News / Athlon Sports / May 18

Undrafted DB Named Eagles Most Underrated Player

The Philadelphia Eagles' defense arguably the best defense in the NFL this past season, and it was one of the key factors in them eventually hoisting the Lombardi Trophy.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Total Apex Fantasy Sports / May 5

Reed Blankenship 2025 IDP Outlook: Elite Dancer/Safety will have a bigger role

Reed Blankenship is one of those safeties that a lot of people underappreciate when it comes to being in the top half of the safeties in the league. The former Middle Tennessee State product has been a steal for the Eagles as a UDFA ever since he’s been in the league.

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / April 2, 2024

Eagles' Reed Blankenship thought he was victim of April Fool’s prank

Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship had quite the funny reaction upon getting some good news from his agent.

Trade up, down or stand pat? Plotting NFC teams' first-round draft strategy

Eagles sign S Reed Blankenship to contract extension through 2025

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / July 16, 2023

PFF predicts big seasons for two Eagles defenders

Sam Monson of Pro Football Focus has identified eight defensive NFL players primed for larger roles this year. Two of them play in Philadelphia and both are critical to the team’s success in 2023.

Eagles offensive lineman looks as strong as ever in lifting video

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Eagles were split on Jalen Hurts' trajectory during 2020 draft

Jalen Carter faces further civil charges stemming from fatal crash

Insider guarantees the Eagles will have a new punter in 2023

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / April 20, 2023