This offseason, Philadelphia Eagles GM Howie Roseman completely revamped the team's offensive weapons, bringing in veterans and draft picks to join A.J Brown, Devonta Smith, and Dallas Goedert. While the additions all but signal an exit for Brown, the active offseason also signals the writing is on the wall for tight end Dallas Goedert.
Goedert, 31, was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2018 NFL Draft and has developed into an elite complementary option for the Birds. During his eight seasons in Philadelphia, his 4,676 yards and 35 touchdowns both rank among the best in his draft class. While he has never been a primary option, in part due to the volume of WR-heavy sets, his consistent production has been vital.
The eight-year vet has saved his best for the playoffs. According to Statmuse, he has the most postseason catches in team history (56) and ranks second in receiving yards (595) and touchdowns (5).
With Philadelphia selecting another tight end in the second round of the draft in Eli Stowers, Goedert's days with the Eagles are numbered. While still productive, Goedert has suffered multiple injuries throughout his career, playing 14+ games only four times. In addition, he is on the wrong side of 30, which may be a reason why the Eagles only signed Goedert to a one-year contract this offseason.
For a team that prides itself on addressing positions in the draft a year before they become a need, Stowers' arrival shows that the Eagles are already preparing for their Goedert-less future. This, combined with an expected trade of A.J. Brown, Philadelphia's pass-catching core should look very different a year from now.
After finishing with the NFL's 24th-ranked offense last season, the Philadelphia Eagles needed to improve their receiving options, and have done so in a big way, bringing in three former starting receivers and drafting two more weapons.
The 2026 Philadelphia Eagles will be better offensively than they were last season. But as the offense evolves, the reality is setting in: the days of seeing number 88 in the starting lineup at tight end are numbered. Whether it's age, durability, or the natural changeover of a roster, the Stowers selection signals a changing of the guard and the turning of the page for one of Philadelphia's most dependable pass catchers.
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