Former Penn State Standout Signs with Eagles

Arnold Ebiketie leaves Falcons to join Philadelphia's defensive line.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 12:19pm

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Former Penn State edge rusher Arnold Ebiketie has signed a one-year contract with the Philadelphia Eagles worth up to $7.3 million. Ebiketie spent his first four NFL seasons with the Atlanta Falcons after being drafted in the second round in 2022. He earned First-team All-Big Ten honors during his lone season with the Nittany Lions in 2021 after transferring from Temple.

Why it matters

Ebiketie's move to the Eagles bolsters their defensive line as they look to improve on a 9-8 season and make a playoff push in 2023. The former Penn State standout will provide depth and pass-rushing ability to a unit that struggled at times last year.

The details

Ebiketie signed a one-year deal with the Eagles, according to ESPN NFL reporter Adam Schefter. The contract is worth up to $7.3 million. Ebiketie spent his first four NFL seasons with the Atlanta Falcons after being selected in the second round of the 2022 draft. He had a standout 2021 season at Penn State, earning First-team All-Big Ten honors.

  • Ebiketie signed with the Eagles on March 14, 2026.

The players

Arnold Ebiketie

A former edge rusher at Penn State who spent his first four NFL seasons with the Atlanta Falcons before signing with the Philadelphia Eagles.

Jaquan Brisker

A former Penn State safety who signed with the Pittsburgh Steelers in free agency.

Joey Porter Jr.

A former Penn State defensive back who will be reunited with Jaquan Brisker on the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Odafe Oweh

A former Penn State edge rusher who signed with the Washington Commanders in free agency.

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What they’re saying

“Another former Penn State defensive standout is making his move back to the Keystone State as an NFL free agent.”

— Kevin McGuire, Author (yahoo.com)

What’s next

The Eagles will look to integrate Ebiketie into their defensive line rotation as they prepare for the 2023 NFL season.

The takeaway

Ebiketie's move to the Eagles reunites him with his former Penn State teammates Jaquan Brisker and Joey Porter Jr., who have also signed with NFC East teams this offseason. The former Nittany Lion standout will look to make an immediate impact on the Eagles' defense as they aim to build on their 9-8 record from last season.