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4 Eagles Making Their Final Playoff Run With Philadelphia in 2025

As the 2024 NFL postseason is set to begin, there's a good chance that these four Philadelphia Eagles players are making their final run with the team.

By Devon Platana

Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lincoln Financial Field.
Philadelphia Eagles running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lincoln Financial Field. / Eric Hartline-Imagn Images
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4. Avonte Maddox, CB

Avonte Maddox once held a notable role in the Eagles' secondary early in his NFL career. Injuries have forced him into more of a backup role in recent years, resulting in his playing a career-low 30% of defensive snaps this season.

While some cornerbacks can make the most of their limited opportunities, Maddox has struggled to do so in Year 7. The former Pittsburgh defender entered Week 18 with a 51.9 coverage grade — 104th out of 117 eligible CBs — after surrendering 12 receptions for 127 yards and a touchdown in his first 16 games.

Maddox's contract expires this offseason and it's hard to imagine the Eagles bringing him back based on his latest performance. Even if the coaching staff is sheltering him with a lower snap count, he's still providing inadequate defense whenever he steps foot onto the field. It's clear that he's no longer the Maddox of old.

Divorces are never easy, but it might be time for the Eagles to part ways with Maddox. They already parted ways with him once last year and even though he unexpectedly returned, who's to say the next separation won't be permanent?

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