Unveiling the Eagles' Reserve/Futures Contracts: A Deep Dive
Since the 2025 season concluded, the Philadelphia Eagles have been strategically signing players to reserve/futures contracts, a strategic move to bolster their roster for the upcoming league year.
These contracts are a lifeline for players who ended the 2025 season on the practice squad, offering them a chance to crack the main 90-man roster. Let's delve into the details of these signings, starting with some intriguing newcomers:
Carson Steele: The Dual-Threat Back
The Eagles are listing Steele (6-0, 228) as a running back, but his versatility shines as a potential fullback. Steele's journey began with the Chiefs after going undrafted from UCLA in 2024. In his rookie season, he showcased his prowess, playing in 17 games, starting three, and accumulating 56 rushing attempts for 183 yards (3.3) and catching 7 passes for 26 yards. Steele's special teams contributions were notable, and he spent the 2025 season on the practice squad. With the Eagles, he's poised to compete for a backup role, potentially as a running back or fullback, if his lead-blocking skills prove valuable.
Jose Ramirez: The Versatile Linebacker
Ramirez (6-2, 252) was drafted by the Buccaneers in the sixth round out of Eastern Michigan in 2023. His rookie season was spent on the practice squad, and he played in just four games in his second NFL season. After being cut by the Bucs before the 2025 season, Ramirez signed with the Hamilton Tiger-Cats of the CFL, where he made his mark with three games, four tackles, and a sack. Released by Hamilton, he seized the opportunity with the Eagles, adding depth to their linebacker corps.
John Ojukwu: The Versatile Offensive Lineman
Ojukwu (6-5, 309) brings versatility to the Eagles' offensive line. He was signed by the Titans in 2023 after going undrafted from Boise State. Over the last three seasons, Ojukwu has played in 16 games for the Titans, starting 9. His skills extend to right tackle and inline/TE blocking on offense, a package the Eagles successfully utilized in 2025 with Fred Johnson as Lane Johnson's backup.
Gabe Hall: The Rising Defensive Star
Hall (6-6, 295) impressed during training camp in 2025, securing a spot on the initial 53-man roster before being released and signed to the practice squad. The Eagles signed Hall as an UDFA from Baylor in 2024, and he played in two games for the team in 2025, showcasing his potential as a rising defensive talent.
Chance Campbell: The Scout Team Ace
Campbell (6-2, 232) signed with the Eagles in late August and made an immediate impact, earning a spot on the practice squad throughout the year. The 26-year-old was a top scout team player this season, previously drafted by the Titans in the sixth round out of Ole Miss in 2022. Campbell's four career games highlight his contributions.
Quez Watkins: The Veteran Receiver
Watkins, 27, returns to the Eagles' practice squad after a stint with the Steelers and Cardinals during the 2025 season. Drafted by the Eagles in the sixth round of the 2020 draft, Watkins has been a consistent presence. In his first four years with the Eagles, he played in 49 games with 25 starts, amassing 98 catches for 1,249 yards and 6 touchdowns, solidifying his role as a reliable receiver.
E.J. Jenkins: The Versatile Tight End
Jenkins (6-6, 245) has been a familiar face on the Eagles' practice squad for the last three seasons, joining in November 2023. In 2025, he played in two games and has accumulated 10 games for the Eagles over the last two years. Beyond his tight end role, Jenkins is renowned for his special teams prowess, adding depth to the team's overall performance.
Andre' Sam: The Special Teams Specialist
Sam (5-10, 194) signed as an undrafted rookie out of LSU in 2024 and has been a staple of the practice squad, playing in four games. His elevation to the active roster three times this regular season and once for the playoff game against the 49ers showcases his importance to the team's special teams operations.
Ambry Thomas: The Versatile Defensive Back
Thomas (6-0, 190) spent the 2025 season on the Eagles' practice squad. The 26-year-old was a third-round pick by the 49ers out of Michigan in the 2021 draft, playing in 42 games with 11 starts for the 49ers from 2021-2023. His two career interceptions and 12 pass breakups highlight his defensive versatility.
Tariq Castro-Fields: The Versatile Defensive Back
Castro-Fields (6-1, 197) has been with the Eagles since the middle of the 2022 season, initially selected by the 49ers in the sixth round of the 2022 draft. With experience in the NFL, CFL, and college football, he brings a wealth of knowledge. Castro-Fields has played in 12 NFL games with one start, showcasing his adaptability and potential.
Danny Gray: The Versatile Wide Receiver
Gray (6-0, 200) was drafted by the 49ers in the third round out of SMU in the 2022 draft but was released at final cuts in 2024. Joining the Eagles' practice squad during the 2024 season, Gray's only NFL game action came with the 49ers in 2024, highlighting his versatility and potential for growth.
Brandon Johnson: The Versatile Defensive Back
Johnson (5-10, 185) signed as a UDFA out of Oregon this past season, released at final cuts but spending the season on the Eagles' practice squad. His elevation three times in the last three games of the season and an ankle injury in Week 18 further showcase his resilience and potential.
Jake Majors: The Versatile Offensive Lineman
Majors (6-3, 306) signed with the Buccaneers after going undrafted out of Texas, but was waived with an injury designation. He signed to the Eagles' practice squad in September and spent the rest of his rookie season there, showcasing his adaptability and potential.
Hollin Pierce: The Versatile Offensive Lineman
Pierce (6-8, 341) signed as an undrafted free agent this past season, learning guard during training camp and spending most of his rookie season on the Eagles' practice squad. His versatility and potential make him a valuable addition to the team's depth chart.
