The Philadelphia Eagles enter the 2026 NFL season with one of the league’s strongest rosters, ranking No. 3 among the best teams on paper. Jalen Hurts remains the centerpiece of a team built to contend, but the roster’s depth and defensive talent could determine how far the season goes.
The roster ranking places Philadelphia behind only the Los Angeles Rams and defending champion Seattle Seahawks, putting the Eagles firmly among the NFL’s elite. That standing reflects a roster that remains talented across multiple position groups despite significant offseason changes, including the departure of A.J. Brown and adjustments throughout the receiving corps. The team’s ability to remain competitive while reshaping important areas has kept expectations high entering the regular season.
Sep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) avoids a tackle by Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Kenny Clark (95) during the second quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn ImagesAt quarterback, Hurts provides the stability necessary for the Eagles to operate as a championship contender. His experience, athleticism and ability to create outside structure give the offense a high floor, while the competition behind him has also produced an intriguing group of backups. Tanner McKee, Andy Dalton and Cole Payton give Philadelphia options behind its starter, with the team ultimately keeping all four quarterbacks on its initial 53-man roster.
The defensive line remains the roster’s biggest strength and could become the foundation of another deep playoff run. Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis and Moro Ojomo headline an interior group capable of controlling the line of scrimmage, while Jonathan Greenard, Jalyx Hunt, Nolan Smith and Arnold Ebiketie provide additional options along the edge. The combination of established talent and developing players gives the defense considerable depth.
NFL Analysis Ranks Philadelphia Eagles’ Roster as the 3rd Best in the LeaguebSep 4, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) carries the ball against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter of the game at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn ImagesPhilly’s roster enters the new NFL season as the third-best in the league, thanks to its major strength. This is detailed more in an analysis by Jordan Dajani and Tyler Sullivan for CBS Sports.
The good: Defensive line — The Philadelphia Eagles have one of the best defensive lines in the NFL with Jalen Carter, Jordan Davis, and Moro Ojomo. Carter is the new highest-paid defensive tackle in NFL history ($38 million per year), and his 25 tackles for loss through his first three seasons are the most by a player since Aaron Donald’s 57 from 2014-16. Carter has also deflected the second-most passes (13) among defensive tackles since entering the NFL. Davis scored a nice extension of his own this offseason worth $78 million, and he recorded a career-high 72 tackles with 4.5 sacks last year. Ojomo chipped in with his first career six sacks in 2025.
The biggest concern may come at safety, where the team lacks the same level of certainty found elsewhere on the roster. Andrew Mukuba and Michael Carter II are expected to handle significant responsibilities, while Cooper DeJean could provide flexibility depending on how defensive coordinator Vic Fangio deploys him. The receiving corps also carries questions after the departure of A.J. Brown, leaving DeVonta Smith, Makai Lemon, Dontayvion Wicks and Hollywood Brown to prove the offense can maintain its effectiveness.
A No. 3 ranking puts Phillu within striking distance of the league’s best roster and establishes a high standard for the season ahead. If Hurts elevates the reworked offense while the defensive front performs to expectations, Philadelphia has enough talent and depth to challenge for another Super Bowl.
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