The Eagles made a move that signals the competition for receiver spots is heating up in a big way, announcing they have signed Tahj Washington to their active roster. This move comes right before Sunday’s deadline to cut rosters down to 90 players. It’s a classic late-stage roster tweak, making everyone wonder who is truly safe in that receiver room.
New Face in a Crowded Field
To make room for Washington, the Eagles waived Brandon Hayes. Hayes had only signed with the team three weeks ago after going undrafted out of Southeastern Louisiana. Washington, on the other hand, brings a bit more pro experience to the table. He was a 2024 seventh-round pick for the Dolphins and stayed with them until being waived earlier this week. Last season, he played in six games and grabbed three catches for 37 yards. Not exactly setting the league on fire, but it is enough to make the Eagles think he is worth a look before final cuts.
The Fight for Snaps Just Got Real
Let’s be real, the Eagles receiver room was already packed. With guys like DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks, Hollywood Brown, Elijah Moore, Darius Cooper, Britain Covey, Quez Watkins, Danny Gray, Samori Toure, and Erik Ezukanma already on the roster, adding another body tells you everything you need to know about the depth battle. Everyone is fighting for a spot, and this signing just cranks up the pressure even more. With the deadline looming, every single practice and every rep counts. Who survives this cutdown? It is going to be intense.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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