The Philadelphia Eagles have been making waves this offseason—not just with splashy draft picks and trades, but also by signing eight undrafted free agents (UDFAs). These additions include a mix of promising athletes and intriguing prospects from all sorts of backgrounds, including the International Player Pathway (IPP) program.
It’s a strategic move. The Eagles are clearly looking to bolster their roster and add depth where it matters.
Philadelphia Eagles’ Draft Day Moves
The recent NFL draft brought a flurry of bold decisions from the Eagles. They pulled off three trades, most notably trading up to the 20th pick to grab USC wide receiver Makai Lemon.
That move, by the way, blocked the Pittsburgh Steelers from drafting Lemon. The Eagles also landed Jonathan Greenard from the Vikings, plus a handful of late-round picks.
One of those picks? They used it to draft Nigerian-born Uar Bernard—a fascinating developmental gamble.
Key Draft Picks
The Eagles seemed to target both immediate-impact players and long-term projects. Makai Lemon, the standout wide receiver from USC, is expected to bring some real juice to the offense.
Jonathan Greenard, coming over from Minnesota, should give the defensive line a boost. And Uar Bernard, from the IPP program, is more of a long play—he might take some time to develop, but the upside is there.
Undrafted Free Agent Signings
After the draft dust settled, the Eagles announced eight new undrafted free agents. It’s a calculated approach: fill roster gaps and maybe uncover a hidden gem or two.
Here’s the full list of UDFAs signed by the Eagles:
- Kapena Gushiken, DB (Mississippi)
- Tucker Large, DB (Washington State)
- Deontae Lawson, LB (Alabama)
- Maximus Pulley, DB (Wofford)
- Jaeden Roberts, G (Alabama)
- Rocco Underwood, LS (Florida)
- Joshua Weru, DE (Kenya)
- Dae’Quan Wright, TE (Mississippi)
Spotlight on Kapena Gushiken
Kapena Gushiken is a blazing-fast athlete—he clocked a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at his pro day, with a 1.49-second 10-yard split. His college journey started at Saddleback Community College in California, then took him to Washington State in 2023, and finally Ole Miss in 2025.
Over the past three years, Gushiken picked off four passes and defended 20 more. At 5-foot-9 and 189 pounds, though, he’s not the biggest guy out there. Can he hold up in the NFL? That’s the question.
Deontae Lawson: A Consistent Presence
Deontae Lawson, linebacker from Alabama, started for most of the last four years. He wore the green dot for multiple seasons, which says a lot about his leadership and football IQ.
Injuries slowed him down at times, but when healthy, Lawson was a rock in the Crimson Tide’s defense. If his body holds up, he could find himself in the Eagles’ rotation sooner than later.
Rocco Underwood: The Long Snapper
Rocco Underwood took home the Patrick Mannelly Award in 2024 as college football’s top long snapper. After 49 games at Florida, he’s expected to take over snapping duties for the Eagles.
Charley Hughlett is out, so Underwood’s experience and steady hands should make him a safe bet for the job.
Joshua Weru: From Rugby to Football
Joshua Weru, a former rugby player for Kenya’s national team, is making the leap to football through the IPP program. He might not have the same burst as Uar Bernard, but he’s still a top-tier athlete.
The Eagles seem willing to give Weru time to learn and develop. Maybe in a few years, he’ll be more than just a project.
Dae’Quan Wright: A Surprising Undrafted Talent
Dae’Quan Wright went undrafted, which caught a lot of folks off guard. He put up solid numbers at Virginia Tech—47 catches for 574 yards—before transferring to Ole Miss.
His production kept climbing: 27 catches for 394 yards and four touchdowns in 2024, then 39 catches for 635 yards and five scores last year. The Eagles’ tight end room is packed, but Wright’s got enough talent to make things interesting.
The Philadelphia Eagles have made some interesting moves this offseason. It’s not just about their draft picks or headline-grabbing trades.
They’ve also signed eight undrafted free agents who could shake things up. That says a lot about how the team wants to build a deeper, more balanced roster.
You’ve got athletes like Kapena Gushiken, who brings a ton of potential, and even international talents such as Joshua Weru. The Eagles seem to be casting a wide net, looking for hidden gems wherever they can find them.
If you’re curious about all the recent signings, check out the official announcement for more details.
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