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5 Eagles players with the most to lose in the 2026 NFL Draft
TL;DR
The Philadelphia Eagles face tough roster decisions as the 2026 NFL Draft approaches, particularly in the crowded tight end position. With strong competition and potential new additions, several current players may be at risk of losing their spots on the team.
The Philadelphia Eagles are in a familiar position as the NFL Draft approaches. The top of the roster is as strong as any in the league, but like every team, the back half is where competition truly lives. That's where roles are fluid, jobs are earned, and tough decisions are made.
This year's draft only adds to that pressure. Philadelphia doesn't have to force anything early thanks to the depth at several positions, but that flexibility comes with consequences. Every addition creates a ripple effect, and several players already on the roster could feel it.
Every tight end not named Dallas Goedert or Grant Calcaterra.
The tight end room is crowded, and that's before the draft even begins. Behind Goedert and Calcaterra, players like Johnny Mundt, Cameron Latu, E.J. Jenkins, Stone Smartt, and Jaheim Bell are already battling for limited spots. If the Eagles follow through on their interest in prospects like Kenyon Sadiq, this quickly becomes a numbers game, with not everyone surviving.
Johnny Wilson
Patience has been the approach with Wilson, as it should be, but the room around him has improved. The additions of Marquise Brown and Dontayvion Wicks, combined with DeVonta Smith's established role, leave limited space. If another receiver is drafted, Wilson's path to a roster spot becomes even more complicated.
Johnson has value as a swing tackle, but his 2025 performance left room for improvement. With younger linemen already in development and the possibility of another addition, his grip on that role may not be as firm as it once was.
Fred Johnson
Johnson has value as a swing tackle, but his 2025 performance left room for improvement. With younger linemen already in development and the possibility of another addition, he figures to make the 53-man roster, but his grip on a backup role may not be as firm as it once was.
Tyler Steen
Howie Roseman, in his short statements about Tyler Steen, has mentioned him as a potential starter, but nothing is guaranteed. If the Eagles invest early in the offensive line, that opportunity could shift quickly, turning competition into a legitimate battle rather than a projection. Keep in mind that this is also his contract season.
Tanner McKee
The quarterback room feels stable, but that doesn't mean it's settled. With Andy Dalton now in the mix and the organization's history of developing quarterbacks, Tanner McKee's name continues to surface in trade discussions. Another addition, if the Eagles are thinking in that vein, could make his future even less certain.
The draft doesn't just bring new players to Philadelphia. It raises the standard for everyone already there. And for some, that may be the difference between keeping a role and losing it.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: 2026 NFL Draft: 5 Eagles players with the most to lose
Q&A
Which Philadelphia Eagles players are most at risk during the 2026 NFL Draft?
Players like Johnny Mundt, Cameron Latu, E.J. Jenkins, Stone Smartt, and Jaheim Bell are at risk due to the crowded tight end position.
How does the 2026 NFL Draft impact the Eagles' roster decisions?
The draft adds pressure as new additions could lead to tough decisions, particularly for players competing for limited spots.
What are the Eagles' needs heading into the 2026 NFL Draft?
The Eagles have depth at several positions but need to address the tight end room, which could become even more competitive with potential draft picks.
