Philadelphia Eagles' Aug. 2025 depth chart reveals surprises. Tanner McKee is QB2, Will Shipley backs up Saquon Barkley. See the full roster battles now!
StatPro NFL Beat Reporter
The first official roadmap for the 2025 Philadelphia Eagles has arrived. With the preseason opener against the Cincinnati Bengals just around the corner, the team released its initial depth chart on Monday, giving fans a tantalizing glimpse into the roster battles shaping up at the NovaCare Complex. While many familiar names topped their positions, the real intrigue lies in the details: a surprising leader in the backup quarterback race, a fierce competition for a starting safety spot, and a clear pecking order behind the team's new superstar running back.
My job is to come here, do my job to the best of my ability, make plays, and help this team win football games.
The biggest eye-opener on the newly released depth chart is at quarterback, where Tanner McKee is listed as QB2 ahead of Dorian Thompson-Robinson. This gives McKee the early edge in the crucial competition to back up Jalen Hurts. Elsewhere, the hierarchy is taking shape. Prized free-agent acquisition Saquon Barkley is cemented at RB1, with rookie Will Shipley earning the RB2 spot for now. At wide receiver, Terrace Marshall Jr. gets the initial nod as A.J. Brown's primary backup, while the battle for the starting safety spot next to Reed Blankenship is officially a dead heat between the returning Sydney Brown and rookie Andrew Mukuba. This first draft sets the stage, but performances against the Bengals will be the true test.
Training camp is always a war of attrition, and Day 4 brought some significant updates. Tyler Steen, a leading candidate for the starting right guard job, is nursing an ankle injury that could sideline him for multiple practices, opening the door for his competition. The most fascinating development, however, is on defense. With a logjam of talent at cornerback, veteran James Bradberry has been taking reps at safety. This creative solution addresses a potential need for experienced depth at the position and showcases the versatility Vic Fangio's defense demands. It's a move made possible by the strength of the team's corners, a group now led by a player earning national recognition.
While roster spots are being fought for, the Eagles' stars are shining bright. Saquon Barkley continues to be the talk of camp, with his explosive playmaking ability on full display. As he told reporters today, he's singularly focused on 'making plays and helping this team win.' On the other side of the ball, second-year cornerback Quinyon Mitchell received a massive honor, landing at No. 49 on the NFL's Top 100 Players list—a testament to his immediate impact. The youth movement is also in full swing, with players like rookie linebacker Jeremiah Trotter Jr. speaking about their readiness to contribute, a sentiment echoed by GM Howie Roseman, who acknowledged the team is still evaluating its linebacker depth.
Monday's news dump gives us plenty to chew on, but it's crucial to remember this is just the first snapshot. The depth chart is written in pencil, not ink. The upcoming preseason game against the Bengals will be the first true crucible for these positional battles. All eyes will be on the backup quarterbacks, the fight at right guard, and the two-man race at safety. One thing is certain: competition is breeding excitement in South Philly, and the 2025 season can't get here soon enough.
