Eagles Extend Defensive Lineman Jordan Davis, Retain Key Offensive Pieces

GM Howie Roseman says 'the best is yet to come' for the 2022 first-round pick

Mar. 30, 2026 at 5:05am

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a defensive line play, with the player's form fractured into overlapping planes of green and silver, representing the Eagles' ability to build a strong, cohesive unit.The Eagles' ability to retain and develop their top talent, like defensive tackle Jordan Davis, is a key factor in the team's continued success.Philadelphia Today

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed defensive tackle Jordan Davis to a contract extension through the 2029 season, locking up a key piece of their defensive line. The team also retained several other important players on both offense and defense, including tight ends Dallas Goedert and Grant Calcaterra, safety Marcus Epps, and offensive tackle Fred Johnson.

Why it matters

The Eagles have built a reputation for drafting well and retaining their top talent, and this offseason is no exception. Keeping Davis, a dominant interior lineman, as well as other starters on both sides of the ball, will help the team maintain its competitive edge in the NFC East.

The details

The Eagles traded up to select Jordan Davis, a standout defensive tackle from Georgia, in the first round of the 2022 NFL Draft. Davis had a strong rookie season, winning the Chuck Bednarik Award and Outland Trophy. The team views him as a 'top 10 talent' and is excited about his continued development. In addition to Davis, the Eagles re-signed several other key players, including tight ends Dallas Goedert and Grant Calcaterra, safety Marcus Epps, and offensive tackle Fred Johnson. GM Howie Roseman emphasized the importance of retaining players the team is familiar with and who have helped the team achieve success.

  • The Eagles signed Jordan Davis to a contract extension in March 2026, prior to the start of free agency.
  • The team also re-signed several other players in the 2026 offseason.

The players

Jordan Davis

A defensive tackle drafted in the first round by the Eagles in 2022 out of Georgia, where he won the Chuck Bednarik Award and Outland Trophy. The Eagles view him as a 'top 10 talent' and have now signed him to a contract extension through 2029.

Howie Roseman

The general manager of the Philadelphia Eagles, who has overseen the team's successful draft-and-develop approach, including the acquisition and extension of Jordan Davis.

Dallas Goedert

The Eagles' starting tight end, who was re-signed this offseason to provide continuity and stability in the team's tight end room.

Grant Calcaterra

Another tight end who was re-signed by the Eagles, adding depth and versatility to the position group.

Marcus Epps

The Eagles' starting safety, who was retained this offseason to maintain continuity in the secondary.

Fred Johnson

An offensive tackle who was re-signed by the Eagles, providing depth and competition along the offensive line.

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What they’re saying

“It's always been about drafting well, re-signing our good players, as many of them as we are able to sign, and when you see a guy like Jordan, with all the work he's put in throughout his journey, how he continues to improve as a player and as a person, it is a great tribute to who he is.”

— Howie Roseman, General Manager, Philadelphia Eagles

“For our fans, no matter how well he played last year, the best is yet to come for Jordan Davis.”

— Howie Roseman, General Manager, Philadelphia Eagles

What’s next

The Eagles will look to build on their success in the 2026 season, with Jordan Davis and the rest of their core players returning to lead the way.

The takeaway

The Eagles' ability to draft well, develop talent, and retain key players is a major reason for their sustained success in the NFL. By locking up Jordan Davis and other important contributors, the team has positioned itself for continued competitiveness in the years ahead.