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Philadelphia Eagles Inform Veteran RB He Is Being Cut, Agents Exploring Next Team Options

Philadelphia, PA – September 9, 2025

Fresh off a Week 1 win over the Dallas Cowboys, the Philadelphia Eagles wasted no time in reshaping their roster. Despite early optimism when he signed in March, the team has informed veteran running back A.J. Dillon that he has been released, with his representatives already exploring new opportunities.

Throughout training camp and the preseason, Philadelphia carefully assessed its backfield depth. With Saquon Barkley firmly entrenched as RB1 and younger players flashing upside, Dillon’s grip on a roster spot began to loosen. His performance didn’t help his case — he produced fewer than 50 rushing yards in the preseason and just 12 yards on four carries in the season opener.

“This is the reality of football,” general manager Howie Roseman said. “We respect every player who comes through here, but the competition in Philadelphia is intense. This roster isn’t built in a day — it’s built for the long term. And if someone doesn’t meet the standard, we have to make changes.”

Dillon’s struggles were not new. After averaging only 3.4 yards per carry with Green Bay in 2023 and missing the entire 2024 season due to injury, concerns about his durability and explosiveness carried over into his brief Eagles stint.

Meanwhile, Philadelphia’s front office sent a clear message by trading for Tank Bigsby. The former Jaguars runner, known for his quick burst and goal-line strength, is expected to step immediately into the RB2 role behind Barkley. The addition further strengthens a young and versatile unit that already includes rookie Will Shipley and practice-squad backs Audric Estimé and Montrell Johnson Jr.

Financially, the decision was straightforward. Dillon’s one-year, $1.5 million veteran-minimum deal carried just $300,000 in dead money, freeing up nearly $1.2 million in cap space. That flexibility could allow the Eagles to pursue other roster upgrades, with cornerback Asante Samuel Jr. rumored as a possible target.

For Philadelphia, the message is unmistakable: roster spots must be earned, not handed out. With Barkley leading the charge and Bigsby adding fresh power to the rotation, the Eagles believe their backfield is now built to fuel another deep postseason run.

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NFL Suspends Entire Officiating Crew Led by Adrian Hill After Controversial Finish in Eagles–Broncos Game
October 7, 2025 – Philadelphia, PA The NFL has officially suspended referee Adrian Hill and his entire officiating crew following the highly controversial ending to Sunday’s Eagles–Broncos matchup — a game that has since ignited national outrage and sparked widespread debate over officiating integrity. According to league sources and officiating assignment data from Football Zebras, the suspended crew consisted of: Referee: Adrian Hill (#81) Umpire: Bryan Neale (#92) Down Judge: Patrick Holt (#23) Line Judge: Mark Steinkerchner (#64) Field Judge: Brad Rogers (#128) Side Judge: Eugene Hall (#99) Back Judge: Greg Steed (#12) Replay Official: Dan South The decision follows mounting scrutiny over multiple missed and overturned calls that directly influenced the outcome of the game. The most heated moment came late in the fourth quarter, when an intentional grounding flag against Jalen Hurts was overturned after review, allowing the Broncos to maintain momentum and run down the clock. Moments later, in what fans called “the robbery of the season,” Dallas Goedert was clearly pulled down by cornerback Quinton Skinner at the goal line — but no flag was thrown for pass interference.👉VIDEO:Refs made sure to switch a grounding call twice on the broncos last drive & throw an unnecessary roughness flag on a would be stop on 3rd down but yea let’s ignore the blatant PI which would but the ball on the 6 yard line with time for 2-3 plays   The Eagles were denied a final opportunity to score, and Denver escaped with a 27–24 victory. The broadcast replay showed Goedert’s jersey being visibly grabbed, fueling fury among players, coaches, and fans alike. Social media erupted within minutes. The phrase “Eagles got robbed” trended at #1 on X (formerly Twitter), with over 2 million posts in 24 hours. Several analysts, including former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman, called for an official review of the officiating crew’s conduct. One viral post summarized the fan sentiment:“If this isn’t rigging, what is? The refs changed the outcome of the game — plain and simple.” NFL Senior VP of Officiating Walt Anderson confirmed in a brief statement that the league found “a series of critical officiating errors that failed to meet professional standards." 👉Adam Schetfer Post:  NFL Suspends Entire Officiating Crew Led by Adrian Hill After Controversial Finish in Eagles–Broncos Game The suspension is immediate and indefinite pending further investigation — marking one of the rare occasions in modern NFL history where an entire officiating crew has been disciplined following a single game. For Eagles fans, the suspension offers little comfort. The damage, as many see it, has already been done — a win stolen, a legacy questioned, and the integrity of the league once again under fire.