Eagles RB Saquon BarkleyRonald Martinez/Getty Images
There weren’t many negatives to be found in Philly’s Week 12 win over the Rams, aside from Darius Slay’s departure with a concussion and Brandon Graham’s announcement that he’s done for the year with a torn triceps.
Saquon Barkley topped 300 scrimmage yards, the Eagles scored on seven of 10 possessions—one being the end-of-game kneel-down—and the defense generated pressure all evening.
As was the case during their 2022 Super Bowl run, Philadelphia looks like the most complete team in the NFL.
- 3rd Wide Receiver
- Edge-Rusher
- Safety
- Offensive Line Depth
Move to Make Now: Extend LB Zack Baun
The Eagles don’t have any glaring weaknesses they can address via the lingering free-agent market, though they may kick the tires on an available pass-rusher such as Shaq Lawson or Randy Gregory in the wake of Graham’s injury.
However, general manager Howie Roseman could get out in front of the 2025 market and lock up linebacker Zack Baun now.
The 27-year-old joined Philly on a modest one-year, $1.6 million contract this past offseason. He has significantly outplayed that deal and become one of Philadelphia’s centerpiece defenders. He has flashed while chasing down ball-carriers, rushing the quarterback and in coverage.
The do-everything linebacker is likely to cash in with a significant contract should he reach the open market. The Eagles shouldn’t allow him to get there.
2025 Free Agency: WR Elijah Moore, Cleveland Browns
Philadelphia’s search for a third receiver behind DeVonta Smith and A.J. Brown continues. The Eagles haven’t seen consistent results from trade acquisition Jahan Dotson, and rookies Johnny Wilson and Ainias Smith continue to see limited opportunities.
Roseman should keep throwing darts at wide receiver until he hits, and Cleveland’s Elijah Moore would be worth a look in free agency.
The 24-year-old had a career year in 2023 with 59 catches for 640 yards. He’s flashed again this season, though not until quarterback Deshaun Watson exited the lineup.
2025 NFL Draft: G Tate Ratledge, Georgia
Philly’s offensive line has been one of the league’s better units this season, but it could lose guard Mekhi Becton in 2025 free agency.
Georgia interior lineman Tate Ratledge is a prospect the Eagles might be able to land on Day 2. The 6’6″, 310-pound blocker has the size, skills and experience needed to contribute early in his NFL career.
“Tate Ratledge is a three-year starter at right guard inside Georgia’s 54-46 pass-run split, downhill run scheme, which is predicated on inside zone and gap concepts. Ratledge has a well-rounded, dense build, solid arm length, athletic ability, and very good play strength,” Thorn wrote in his scouting report.
Given Roseman’s recent track record of drafting former Bulldogs—albeit on the defensive side of the ball—Ratledge feels like a rather obvious target for Philadelphia.
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