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USA Today
14 hours ago
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- USA Today
10 best remaining NFL free agents the Eagles could target after June 1
10 best remaining NFL free agents the Eagles could target after June 1 Post-June 1 signings don't affect the compensatory pick formula, meaning the Eagles can wait and sign free agents later this summer to build more draft capital for the next season. The Eagles have undergone significant changes on both sides of the football field, involving player personnel and a retooled coaching staff. The first wave of free agency saw Josh Sweat (Cardinals), Milton Williams (Patriots), Kenneth Gainwell (Steelers), Mekhi Becton (Chargers), and Oren Burks (Bengals) all depart. Still, they rebounded to make several key signings, including A.J. Dillon (RB), Joshua Uche (LB), Adoree' Jackson (CB), Charley Hughlett (LS), Patrick Johnson (LB), Matt Pryor (OL), and Avery Williams (KR/PR). The Eagles and GM Howie Roseman are big on compensatory picks, and could choose to wait until after June 1 to add more talent to the roster. Post-June 1 signings don't affect the compensatory pick formula, meaning Philadelphia can wait and sign free agents later this summer to build more draft capital for the next season. With June 1 just days away, we're looking at ten free agents the Eagles could sign. Brandon Scherff, G Another potential addition for depth, the veteran offensive guard had a pass block win rate of 93.8% last year, ranked 14th among guards, according to ESPN. Justin Simmons, S Simmons signed with Atlanta last offseason following eight years in Denver. Last season, Simmons recorded two interceptions, seven passes defended, and 62 total tackles in 16 games played in 2024, with his PFF grade ranking 113th out of 170 safeties. Julian Blackmon, S Blackmon had three interceptions in 2024 and seven over the past two seasons. Keenan Allen, WR Roster building in the NFL isn't Madden 25, but if the Eagles wanted to ensure that the pass catchers behind A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith are dependable, they could look to sign the former Chargers and Bears star on a team-friendly deal. Jahan Dotson is the third wide receiver, and Philadelphia has Johnny Wilson and Ainias Smith working to develop. Still, Allen had 70 receptions for 774 yards and seven touchdowns (15 games) last season. Rasul Douglas, CB The 29-year-old former Eagles cornerback didn't record an interception over 15 games and allowed a career-worst 122.0 passer rating when targeted last season. His PFF grade ranked 132nd out of 223 cornerbacks. In 2023, Douglas had five interceptions with a 73.1 passer rating allowed. David Andrews, C If the Eagles are uncertain about the right guard spot, Philadelphia could move Cam Jurgens and sign former Patriots center David Andrews. After going undrafted in 2015, Andrews signed with the Patriots, made 121 starts over nine seasons, and won two Super Bowls. Von Miller, OLB Every team needs a closer at edge rusher, and if the Eagles really wanted to get creative, they could make a run at Von Miller. The eight-time Pro Bowler had six sacks, seven tackles for loss, eight QB hits, and 17 total tackles in 13 games last season. Kyzir White, LB A former Eagles linebacker familiar with the culture, White started all 17 games in his second season with the Arizona Cardinals, making 137 total tackles, one interception, 2.5 sacks, nine tackles for loss, and eight QB hits. White is a liability against the pass, and Vic Fangio would have to get creative with his usage. Jedrick Wills Jr., OT Wills could be in line for a position switch like Mekhi Becton, and he's still a solid pass blocker who has a career pass block win rate of 92.0%. Mike Hilton, cornerback Hilton has a natural feel for playing in space as a coverage defender, and in the slot, he offers the aggressive mentality to tackle and blitz on the edges.
New York Post
2 days ago
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- New York Post
Longtime Patriots center David Andrews retiring from NFL after ‘shocking' release
He was one of the final two players on the Patriots' roster who was a part of their dynasty. Then, jarringly, he was cut loose. And now, he's calling it quits. David Andrews, the former Patriots center who won two Super Bowls snapping the ball to Tom Brady, is retiring from the NFL, New England announced Wednesday. The 32-year-old will hold a press conference Monday to give his farewell remarks. 4 Patriots center David Andrews holds the Lombardi Trophy after Super Bowl LIII on Feb. 3, 2019. AFP via Getty Images 4 A shirtless David Andrews celebrates the Patriots' Super Bowl LIII win during their victory parade on Feb. 5, 2019. MediaNews Group via Getty Images Andrews, who was limited to four games last season due to a shoulder injury, was released in March and was stunned by the news as he reacted on his 'Quick Snap' podcast. 'You're a little shocked by it,' Andrews said at the time. 'But … I've been so blessed. I've had 10 years and never got fired. I was living a pipe dream that I would hopefully make the decision myself. What did Bill [Belichick] say? 'There's a light at the end of the tunnel, and you're hoping it's not a train.' I was hoping it wasn't a train, and it was a train. 'But like I said, I respect their decision.' 4 David Andrews (l.) with his wife Mackenzie (r.) before Tom Brady's Patriots Hall of Fame induction on June 12, 2024. Getty Images 4 Patriots center David Andrews (60) prepares to snap the ball to Tom Brady (12) during a game in 2019. Icon Sportswire via Getty Images The release came after the Patriots dumped Bill Belichick's successor, Jerod Mayo, after just one season, replacing him with another ex-Patriot, Mike Vrabel. Andrews, who signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent out of Georgia in 2015, started in 121 of his 124 appearances with the team and became a captain. He missed the entire 2019 season due to blood clots in his lungs. After Andrews' release, the only player left on the Patriots' roster who had won a Super Bowl with the team was long snapper Joe Cardona, and he was later released after the NFL draft. Cardona was signed by the Dolphins earlier this month.
Fox Sports
2 days ago
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- Fox Sports
Patriots' David Andrews, 2-time Super Bowl champion, retires after 10 seasons
Associated Press FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Longtime New England Patriots center David Andrews is retiring from the NFL. The Patriots said that Andrews, who spent all 10 of his seasons with the team before he was released in March, will retire at a news conference on Monday. An undrafted free agent from Georgia, Andrews started 121 of 124 regular-season games he played in and also played in 12 playoff games. He also played in three Super Bowls, winning two, and was the last remaining offensive starter from the Patriots' 2018 championship team. Andrews, 32, missed the entire 2019 season after blood clots were found in his lungs. He also had his 2024 season cut short after a shoulder injury that required season-ending surgery. ___ AP NFL: recommended in this topic
Washington Post
2 days ago
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- Washington Post
Patriots' David Andrews, 2-time Super Bowl champion, retires after 10 seasons
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Longtime New England Patriots center David Andrews is retiring from the NFL. The Patriots said that Andrews, who spent all 10 of his seasons with the team before he was released in March, will retire at a news conference on Monday. An undrafted free agent from Georgia, Andrews started 121 of 124 regular-season games he played in and also played in 12 playoff games. He also played in three Super Bowls, winning two, and was the last remaining offensive starter from the Patriots' 2018 championship team.
Winnipeg Free Press
2 days ago
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- Winnipeg Free Press
Patriots' David Andrews, 2-time Super Bowl champion, retires after 10 seasons
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Longtime New England Patriots center David Andrews is retiring from the NFL. The Patriots said that Andrews, who spent all 10 of his seasons with the team before he was released in March, will retire at a news conference on Monday. An undrafted free agent from Georgia, Andrews started 121 of 124 regular-season games he played in and also played in 12 playoff games. He also played in three Super Bowls, winning two, and was the last remaining offensive starter from the Patriots' 2018 championship team. Andrews, 32, missed the entire 2019 season after blood clots were found in his lungs. He also had his 2024 season cut short after a shoulder injury that required season-ending surgery. Thursdays Keep up to date on sports with Mike McIntyre's weekly newsletter. ___ AP NFL:
