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The Eagles were facing fines and a potential loss of future draft picks if they were found to be in violation of the anti-tampering policy. In a statement released by the league, the NFL said, “In coming to this conclusion, the league reviewed phone logs, text messages and other documents related to Philadelphia’s free agency strategy and decision to sign Barkley. The NFL also interviewed several members of the organization, including Howie Roseman and Nick Sirianni, as well as Barkley and Penn State head coach James Franklin. As with every review, should new evidence be uncovered, the league may reopen the investigation.” It took nearly two months for the league to thoroughly investigate the matter, so we wouldn’t expect anything new to pop up. It sounds like the Eagles and Barkley are both in the clear as they prepare for the upcoming season.

At just 31 years old, Nelson has opted to call it quits. The former third-round pick tied a career-high with four interceptions last season while playing on over 1,000 defensive snaps, and, per KPRC2’s Aaron Wilson, fielded multiple offers from teams this offseason. Nelson appeared in 130 regular season contests during his career, racking up 13 interceptions while also recovering four fumbles His 12 pass breakups tied for 23rd most in the league amongst defensive backs last season, as he helped solidify a Texans secondary that allowed the fewest touchdown passes (17) in the league.

Incoming offensive coordinator Kellen Moore, fresh of being fired by the Cowboys and flaming out with the Chargers, is overhauling the Philadelphia offense this summer. “I think the goal coming in was to learn Kellen’s offense and to master it, and I think that’s been a process, and by the end of it, I want it to be mine and have it in my own way,” Hurts told reporters after a recent OTA practice. Moore comes to the Eagles with a mixed record: His hyper-conservative Dallas offenses were top six in yards in three of his four seasons as OC, but his one year in LA was disastrous, due in part to Justin Herbert missing time. Moore’s focus on the rushing attack could be a boon for Saquon Barkley in 2024. It remains to be seen if Moore will keep using the most effective play in football, the tush push.

The Eagles selected Mitchell with the No. 22 overall pick in this year’s draft. Expected to provide an immediate boost to a secondary that allowed the second-most touchdown passes (35) and passing yards per game (252.7) of any team in the league. Mitchell totaled six interceptions during his four years at Toledo and earned a PFF coverage grade of 91.6 last season.

The Eagles added a pair of corners early through the draft and are now giving the veteran Bradberry looks at safety. The 30-year-old joined the Eagles two seasons ago and has started every game he has played at cornerback. If this is a permanent move, rookie first-rounder Quinyon Mitchell would be slated to start at corner across from Darius Slay. Bradberry would split reps at safety with Reed Blankenship and C.J. Gardner-Johnson likely starting. Bradberry was a second-team All-Pro corner in 2022 and the Eagles are now looking to utilize all the secondary talent they have with as much versatility as possible.

Scharping was a second-round pick of the Texans back in 2019 and has started in 33 of the 79 games he’s appeared in, with his last start coming in 2021. He appeared in 31 games for the Bengals over the last two seasons but has seen just 43 offensive snaps over that span. He’ll look to catch on with the Eagles as added depth along the interior in training camp.

Ross announced his retirement last July while with the Chiefs but is now back for a second go at things with the Eagles. The former No. 9 overall pick of the 2017 NFL Draft hasn’t played a regular-season snap since 2021 and has dealt with a myriad of injuries dating back to his days in college at Washington. Ross has a career receiving line of 62-957-11 but has totaled just 13 receptions for 241 yards and one touchdown over his last two seasons. He’ll have a chance to make the Eagles as added depth on a roster that’s short on receiver talent behind A.J. Brown and Devonta Smith, but is well off the fantasy radar even if he makes the roster.

The Eagles selected Steen with the No. 65 pick in last year’s draft. He played sparingly last season, appearing on just 71 offensive snaps over four games. Steen started every game at left tackle during his final season at Alabama, but with both tackle positions currently solidified in Philly, Steen has a chance to move to the interior and win a starting job heading into his second season with Sua Opeta now in Tampa Bay.

The nine-year veteran wide receiver signed a one-year contract with the Eagles in March but ultimately retired before playing a snap with the franchise. Parker spent the first seven years of his NFL career with the Dolphins before playing the previous two seasons with the Patriots. He cited a desire to spend more time with his family as the primary reason for his decision. Parker ends his career with 402 receptions, 5,660 yards, and 27 touchdowns.

The Patriots currently have Eliot Wolf as their de facto general manager. Robert Kraft is seemingly not using traditional titles for his new front office as Hunt is expected to be the team’s first external interview for this “lead personnel” position. Hunt would presumably work with Wolf to make front office decisions if hired. With new head coach Jerod Mayo and rookie quarterback Drake Maye, a new era will be underway in New England.