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Eagles Claim Former Jets WR Amid Darius Cooper’s Injury

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The Philadelphia Eagles have added depth to their receiving corps by signing Xavier Gipson, a former New York Jets wide receiver, as Darius Cooper deals with an injury and an uncertain return timeline. The move is designed to immediately bolster the WR room and special teams while giving the offense more flexibility in RPO and quick-game concepts for Jalen Hurts.

Team sources indicate Gipson will compete for WR4/WR5 snaps and is prepared to handle return duties if needed. With a blend of size and speed suited for intermediate routes and crossers, he’s expected to help the Eagles maintain much-needed depth during an increasingly demanding stretch of the schedule.

In a  interview accompanying the announcement, the newcomer expressed strong emotions about the opportunity in Philadelphia. The adapted quote reads:

“THE JETS GAVE UP ON ME, BUT THE EAGLES SAW MY VALUE RIGHT AWAY. THAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A TEAM THAT DOUBTS YOU AND A TEAM THAT BUILDS CHAMPIONS. TODAY I’M PROUD TO WEAR THE MIDNIGHT GREEN.”

Regarding Darius Cooper, the medical staff will continue close monitoring, prioritizing a sustainable recovery before any return-to-play decisions. Bringing in Gipson helps the Eagles mitigate depth risk in three- and four-receiver sets, while also opening additional design packages for screens, jet motion, and intermediate concepts—areas that can maximize yards after the catch.

Overall, this is a low-risk, potentially useful acquisition: reasonable cost, real NFL experience, immediate special-teams value, and—if he assimilates quickly into the playbook—the potential to become an important mid-season piece while the Eagles await Cooper’s recovery.

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