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New Eagles LS Has Message for Bengals Right After Signing


On Tuesday afternoon, the Philadelphia Eagles announced a series of significant roster moves: long snapper Charley Hughlett was placed on injured reserve due to a lingering injury, defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo joined the IR with a torn triceps, and linebacker Lance Dixon was released from the practice squad. To fill the critical void at the long snapper position, the Birds officially signed Cal Adomitis, a former Cincinnati Bengals standout.
Source: https://x.com/Eagles/status/1973138301558432023 

Adomitis, a Pittsburgh native with a powerful arm and steely resolve, brings instant stability to a role often overlooked until mistakes happen. At 28 years old, he spent three NFL seasons with the Cincinnati Bengals, appearing in 42 games since earning a starting spot in 2022 following an injury to his predecessor. He was a cornerstone during Cincy’s back-to-back AFC Championship runs, delivering flawless snaps in high-pressure moments and even contributing on special teams coverage.

Standing at 6-foot-2 and weighing 238 pounds with a polished skill set, Adomitis is expected to provide immediate reliability to Philadelphia’s already formidable special teams unit. Just hours after signing with the Eagles, Adomitis delivered a pointed message that turned heads:

“No, I’m not bitter — I should be grateful, really. They cut me loose despite everything I gave, but Philly opened its arms. I might be snapping from the sidelines for now, but I know one thing for sure: I’m getting that ring.”

For the Eagles, this signing signals a strategic pivot. Hughlett, a recent addition earlier this season, became the odd man out as the team prioritized proven stability and experience. Bringing in Adomitis, a player with dozens of NFL games under his belt with the Bengals, is a low-risk, high-reward move — especially as Philadelphia navigates a wave of injuries across the roster.

In the short term, Adomitis will step into the starting role to keep the Eagles’ special teams seamless. In the long run, his durability, pinpoint snapping accuracy, and fiery mentality could add further depth to the unit. This is a classic tale of resilience and second chances — a perfect reflection of the identity of Philadelphia, a city and a team relentlessly fighting to stay on the path to Super Bowl glory.

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