Carson Steele will NOT be on the Philadelphia Eagles’ initial 53-man roster, a bombshell report from Ryan Fowler just confirmed. Man, this one stings a little, even if it feels kinda inevitable. The preseason standout running back, who brought some serious juice to what was a pretty snooze-fest summer for the Birds, is reportedly getting cut.
The Playmaker Who Made Preseason Watchable
Let’s be real, the Eagles’ preseason was mostly boring, right? But then there was Carson Steele. This guy was a total live wire! Remember that incredible play at Gillette Stadium on August 22, 2026? Steele, rocking number 34, didn’t just score a touchdown, he leaped right over Patriots defender Eric Butler! That kinda highlight reel stuff was exactly what he brought. He was just out there making plays, hurdling defenders like it was nothing and running hard after every single catch. It wasn’t just flash either; Steele actually led the Eagles in receiving this summer, pulling in an impressive 14 receptions for 136 yards and two touchdowns. Those are some serious numbers for any player, let alone a running back trying to make his mark. He gave fans a reason to tune in, a real “fan favorite” kinda vibe.
The Cold Hard Truth Behind The Cut
Despite all that preseason excitement and those wild highlights, if I’m being honest, I can’t say I’m entirely shocked by this move. I didn’t even have him on my final 53-man roster projection, and it looks like the Eagles’ brass felt the same way. The cold, hard stats tell a different story than the receiving heroics. Over three preseason games, Steele only managed 59 rushing yards on 21 carries, which is a pretty anemic 2.8 yards per average. That’s a tough look when you’re fighting for a spot. Plus, it’s not like teams have been clamoring for him; he spent the entire 2025 season chilling on the Kansas City Chiefs’ practice squad. When it comes down to it, the Eagles probably saw the bigger picture and the overall body of work.
So, what’s next for the preseason legend? If Steele clears waivers, and that’s a big “if” in the cutthroat NFL, it looks like a good bet he’ll be back with the Eagles, albeit on their practice squad. It means the Eagles liked what they saw enough to keep him around, developing that raw talent. Hopefully, this isn’t the last we see of those insane hurdles. It’s a tough pill to swallow now, but who knows what a little more time and development could do.
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Originally reported by Bleeding Green Nation.
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