Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – October 24, 2025 — With the back end wobbling, the Philadelphia Eagles beat out the Dallas Cowboys to acquire Roger McCreary from the Tennessee Titans, a

cornerback on a $9 million deal. The move came right up against the deadline, aimed at stabilizing the secondary for a pressure-packed playoff push.

Per team guidance, Roger McCreary has

signed following a trade; Cooper DeJean is activated with priority on the outside; Adoree’ Jackson remains limited; Jakorian Bennett continues rehab; and rookie Andrew Mukuba holds a

rotational role. The Eagles are said to have sent a 2026 fourth-round pick to finalize the agreement.

“We need to be adaptable right now,” said Howie Roseman. “Roger McCreary

can play nickel, bump outside, and tackle in space. More importantly, he brings the discipline we want flowing through the locker room, especially while our defensive rhythm is unsettled.”

Tactically, the Eagles are expected to increase match-zone and quarters calls, placing McCreary at nickel in pressure packages to disrupt the slot. With DeJean pushing to the boundary, Philadelphia adds chase speed and a better answer to

RPO concepts that tested them early.

The ripple effects hit the skill group: McCreary handles option routes and crossers with trust, allowing the safeties to key the QB’s eyes instead of playing deep-fire drills. That should limit

explosive plays, improve third down, and create more opportunities for the pass rush to finish.

Within the Cowboys rivalry, the signing provides a slot answer for CeeDee Lamb

without overtaxing the perimeter. If needed, McCreary can travel with an opponent’s primary target while DeJean preserves depth and helps erase double moves.

In terms of lineup, the

Eagles will streamline the call sheet, prioritize secondary communication, and lean on boundary banjo techniques to support Mukuba during rotations. Short-term targets: cut penalties, secure first-level tackling, and regain

field position leverage for the offense.

Longer term, the move underscores the Philadelphia Eagles’ playoff standard: smart defense, trustworthy depth, and a disciplined identity. Snatching a target before the Dallas Cowboys

is only the start—what comes next demands poise, processing speed, and a cold-blooded finish.