The Philadelphia Eagles could address their offensive line depth by signing two-time Super Bowl champion Donovan Smith, following a wave of injuries. The team has ruled out four key players for their Week 7 matchup against the New York Giants, including offensive tackle Jordan Mailata, who has been placed on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury.
Fred Johnson is expected to fill in but has struggled this season, allowing two sacks in 76 pass-blocking attempts, earning a 50.5 grade from Pro Football Focus.
With Mailata sidelined, the Eagles might consider bringing in Smith, a former Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Kansas City Chiefs lineman. Smith, who has 136 career starts, could be a significant upgrade over Johnson at left tackle and provide essential depth for the team.
Adding him could protect quarterback Jalen Hurts and bolster the Eagles’ offense. With over $11 million in cap space, Philadelphia could sign Smith in Week 8 and still retain flexibility for further moves ahead of the trade deadline.
The Philadelphia Eagles are exploring potential offensive line solutions as they face multiple injuries, particularly with star left tackle Jordan Mailata sidelined. One prominent option is free agent Donovan Smith, a two-time Super Bowl champion who played last season with the Kansas City Chiefs. Smith could offer a significant upgrade over current backup Fred Johnson, who has struggled in pass protection this season. Smith, despite being penalty-prone, has consistently been a reliable starter throughout his career, having started all 136 games he’s appeared in.
