The Eagles are set to begin preparation for a Monday night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, and the team announced four roster moves on Tuesday.
Philadelphia signed wide receiver Danny Gray and defensive back A.J. Woods to the practice squad and released linebacker Brandon Smith and wide receiver Griffin Hebert.
Here’s an instant analysis from the move.
Aug 19, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Danny Gray (6) runs during the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports
A third-round pick of the 49ers in 2022, Gray has made just one catch through two seasons in the NFL.
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA – AUGUST 17: A.J. Woods #38 of the Washington Commanders tackles Erik Ezukanma #18 of the Miami Dolphins during the third quarter in a preseason game at Hard Rock Stadium on August 17, 2024 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)
A 2024 undrafted free agent out of Pitt, Woods spent five seasons with the Panthers from 2019-23, playing in 59 games and starting in 14 contests. He made 102 tackles (69 solo), 7.0 tackles for loss, 2.0 sacks, four interceptions, 25 passes defended, and one forced fumble in his collegiate career.
Aug 24, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Hall (49) evades Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Brandon Smith (47)after a reception to score a touchdown during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Caean Couto-USA TODAY Sports
The former Penn State linebacker is athletic and physical at the point of attack.
Aug 15, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Griffin Hebert (48) warms up before a game against the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
Hebert played wide receiver and tight end at Louisiana Tech, logging 99 catches for 1,582 yards and 14 career touchdowns.
In May, Hebert signed with Seattle as an undrafted free agent and caught three of four targets for 21 yards during preseason play.
Aug 19, 2023; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Danny Gray (6) runs during the first quarter against the Denver Broncos at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports
Gray and Woods are both players who could eventually carve out roles on special teams.
