Eagles Sign Linebacker Chandler Martin

Two-year deal for undrafted free agent coming off ACL injury

Apr. 1, 2026 at 12:53pm

The Philadelphia Eagles have signed linebacker Chandler Martin to a two-year contract. Martin was an undrafted free agent out of East Tennessee State last year who spent time on the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad and active roster, appearing in three games on special teams before suffering a season-ending torn ACL in Week 13.

Why it matters

The Eagles are looking to bolster their linebacker corps this offseason, with several players competing for playing time at the position. Martin's signing provides depth and competition as the team prepares for the upcoming season.

The details

Martin recorded five tackles in his limited action with the Ravens last year. He will now join a crowded linebacker room in Philadelphia that includes Zack Baun, Jihaad Campbell, Jeremiah Trotter Jr., Smael Mondon, and Chance Campbell.

  • Martin signed his two-year deal with the Eagles on April 1, 2026.
  • He suffered a torn ACL injury in Week 13 of the 2025 NFL season while with the Ravens.

The players

Chandler Martin

An undrafted free agent linebacker who spent time on the Baltimore Ravens' practice squad and active roster in 2025 before suffering a season-ending torn ACL injury.

Zack Baun

A linebacker competing for playing time with the Eagles.

Jihaad Campbell

A linebacker competing for playing time with the Eagles.

Jeremiah Trotter Jr.

A linebacker competing for playing time with the Eagles.

Smael Mondon

A linebacker competing for playing time with the Eagles.

Chance Campbell

A linebacker competing for playing time with the Eagles.

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What’s next

Martin will look to make a full recovery from his ACL injury and compete for a roster spot with the Eagles during training camp and the preseason.

The takeaway

The signing of Chandler Martin provides the Eagles with additional depth and competition at the linebacker position as they look to solidify their defensive unit ahead of the 2026 NFL season.