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Eagles Sign Ex-Packers Star to Active Roster - Place Rookie OL Cameron Williams on IR to Make Room

PHILADELPHIA – September 17, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles wasted little time filling their open roster spot after placing rookie offensive lineman Cameron Williams on injured reserve with a shoulder injury over the weekend. On Monday, the team officially announced the signing of former Green Bay Packers safety Darnell Savage, bringing veteran depth and versatility to their secondary.
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Savage, 28, was a first-round pick in the 2019 NFL Draft (No. 21 overall) and spent five seasons in Green Bay before a brief stint with Jacksonville this offseason. Known for his speed and range, he appeared in 69 games with the Packers, recording eight interceptions, 31 passes defended, and more than 300 tackles.

The move comes at a critical time for Philadelphia. With Williams’ injury creating a vacancy on the 53-man roster, the Eagles’ front office acted quickly to address another area of need — secondary depth. Defensive coordinator Vic Fangio has leaned heavily on rookie Cooper DeJean in the slot, but struggles against top receivers have sparked conversations about shifting roles. Savage, who has experience both at free safety and in hybrid nickel packages, could provide much-needed flexibility.

Philadelphia has already shown a willingness to deal with Jaguars general manager James Gladstone this month, trading for offensive lineman Fred Johnson and running back/returner Tank Bigsby. While Savage was released outright, his addition completes an unexpected trifecta of roster connections between the two teams.

“Adding a player with his pedigree gives us options,” an Eagles team source said. “He’s been a starter in this league, he knows what it takes, and he’ll compete right away.”

For Savage, the opportunity represents both a fresh start and a return to familiar territory in the NFC. For the Eagles, it’s another calculated move to fortify a roster chasing back-to-back deep playoff runs.

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Chiefs Fan-Favourite WR Faces Family Tragedy After Week 5 Game as Military-Trained Skydiving Instructor Dies in Nashville
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice is mourning a devastating personal loss following the team’s Week 5 matchup, as his cousin Justin Fuller, a respected military-trained skydiving instructor, died in a tragic tandem jump accident near Nashville. Fuller, 35, was fatally injured after becoming separated from his parachute harness mid-air during a jump organized by Go Skydive Nashville. His student survived after landing in a tree with the parachute deployed and was later rescued by firefighters. Police confirmed Fuller’s body was recovered in a wooded area off Ashland City Highway. The Nashville Fire Department called it “one of the most complex high-angle rescues in recent years,” commending its personnel for the effort. Justin Fuller, known by the nickname "Spidey," died after a tandem skydiving jump went wrong on Oct. 4, 2025, near Nashville, Tennessee.  (Facebook/Justin Fuller Spidey ) Fuller, known affectionately as “Spidey,” had completed more than 5,000 jumps and trained U.S. military personnel in advanced aerial maneuvers. Friends described him as “fearless, focused, and committed to lifting others higher — both in life and in the air.” Rice, who grew up admiring his cousin’s discipline and sense of purpose, has long credited that example with shaping his mental toughness and leadership on the field. A relative told local media, “Justin taught Rashee that strength isn’t being unbreakable — it’s standing firm when life hits hardest. That’s exactly how Rashee lives and plays today.” As a featured target in the Chiefs’ offense, Rice has earned complete trust for his short-to-intermediate separation, yards-after-catch power (YAC), and chemistry with quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Coaches describe him as “calm, focused, and mature beyond his years,” a disciplined route-runner who finds tight windows in the red zone. Through Week 5 of the 2025 season, Rice has no registered game statistics as he serves a league-issued six-game suspension to start the regular season; major stat services list no 2025 game logs to date.  The Kansas City Chiefs have provided time and private support for Rice and his family, ensuring he can grieve without team-related obligations. Teammates have stood beside him, honoring both his resilience and his family’s tradition of service. The FAA is investigating the incident, while messages commemorating “Spidey” continue to spread nationwide.“He taught others to fly — now he flies higher than all of us,” one tribute read. Rice kept his public remarks brief before leaving in the embrace of teammates:“Spidey always told me not to fear the height — only the moment you forget to look down and pull someone else up with you. This week, I’m playing for him.”