NFL free agency updates: Eagles bring back C.J. Gardner-Johnson, add wideout DeVante Parker; Birds free agent tracker
The Eagles also reached a deal with a former Temple lineman and re-signed two of their own players.

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The Eagles' big move on Tuesday was bringing back safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson on a three-year deal. They are also signing veteran wideout DeVante Parker to a one-year deal.
The Eagles agreed to terms with former Temple offensive lineman Matt Hennessy and are re-signing punter Branden Mann and longsnapper Rick Lovato.
The Birds made a splash Monday by agreeing to sign former Giants running back Saquon Barkley. Part of Howie Roseman's "sale pitch" was location and the fan base.
The Eagles also landed former Jets edge rusher Bryce Huff and added depth at linebacker by reportedly agreeing to terms with Zack Baun.
The Eagles have received trade inquires for defensive end Josh Sweat, who could depart with Haason Reddick.
Eagles free agency tracker 2024
The Eagles entered the NFL’s free agency period several holes to fill and more than 20 players set to hit the market.
Here's what we know:
C.J. Gardner Johnson loves to talk trash
Prior to the Eagles' divisional-round playoff game in 2023, Jeff McLane took a closer look at C.J. Gardner-Johnson and his impressive season in Philly, one that included him leading the NFL in interceptions despite missing five games with a lacerated kidney ...
‘Can’t stand this heat, get out of my way’: Trash-talking C.J. Gardner-Johnson remade himself with the Eagles
Eagles bring back safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson
C.J. Gardner-Johnson is headed back to the Eagles.
One year removed from signing away from the Birds, the fiery defensive back has agreed to terms to return on a three-year deal worth up to $33 million, according to league sources.
Former Eagle Jalen Mills returns to NFC East
Jalen Mills, who still dons the "Green Goblin" look from his time with the Eagles, is reportedly returning to the NFC East after spending the last three seasons with the Patriots. According to Adam Schefter, Mills has agreed on a one-year deal with the Giants.
Mills, a seventh-round pick who went on to start 49 games for the Eagles at both cornerback and later safety, spent the first five years of his career with the Birds, and won a Super Bowl in 2018. The 29-year-old defensive back made 34 starts for the Patriots over his three seasons there, but recorded just a pair of interceptions in 43 total appearances.
Brandon Graham officially re-signs with Eagles
Eagles land veteran wideout DeVante Parker
The Eagles are signing wide receiver DeVante Parker to a one-year deal, his agent Jimmy Gould confirmed to The Inquirer.
The contract is fully guaranteed at $4.69 million, with the Eagles paying $1.2 million and the Patriots covering the rest. ESPN was first to report the news of the prospective signing.
Report: Linebacker Nicholas Morrow signing with the Bills
Eagles re-sign long snapper Rick Lovato
With Jason Kelce retiring, Landon Dickerson to embrace 'whatever role comes to me'
For Landon Dickerson, with great investment comes great responsibility.
On Monday, the 25-year-old starting left guard agreed to terms on a four-year extension with the Eagles worth up to $87 million, keeping him under contract through 2028. In the wake of veteran center Jason Kelce’s retirement, Dickerson expressed an understanding that he can undertake more of a leadership role going into his fourth season.
Reports: Steelers sign former Ravens LB Patrick Queen
Eagles re-sign punter Braden Mann
The Eagles have agreed to terms with punter Braden Mann on a two-year contract extension, the team announced.
Mann, 26, signed with the Eagles on Sept. 18 after spending three seasons with the New York Jets. He eventually replaced Arryn Siposs, earning his first start in Week 3 and playing in the remaining 14 games.
Watch: Landon Dickerson speaks to reporters
James Franklin reveals part of Howie Roseman's 'sales pitch' to Saquon Barkley
Penn State coach James Franklin told reporters Tuesday that he talked to former Penn State star Saquon Barkley Monday night, after Barkley agreed to sign with the Eagles.
Philadelphia's proximity to Barkley's Lehigh County hometown and to State College was a part of the pitch.
Reports: Ravens to sign Derrick Henry
Eagles add offensive lineman Matt Hennessy
The Eagles have agreed to terms with free-agent offensive lineman Matt Hennessy, a former Temple product, according to a league source.
PHLY was first to report the news.
Marcus Mariota reportedly signing with Commanders
Marcus Mariota is staying in the Eagles’ division.
The 30-year-old quarterback who spent last year behind Jalen Hurts agreed to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders on Tuesday, according to an ESPN report.
Free agency news: Kirk Cousins, Sam Darnold, Aaron Jones, and the Giants
Kirk Cousins to the Atlanta Falcons: Arguably the biggest news on Monday, Cousins is headed to the Falcons on a four-year deal reportedly worth $180 million ($45 million per season) with a $100 million signing bonus. Good thing there are plenty of Kohls stores in Atlanta.
Sam Darnold to the Minnesota Vikings: The Vikings didn't waste any time replacing Cousins, opting for Darnold, the No. 3 pick in the 2018 draft who will be playing for his fourth team in five seasons. Darnold is reportedly signing a one-year, $10 million deal.
Aaron Jones to the Minnesota Vikings: If Jones took the Packers' decision to sign Josh Jacobs personally (as Cowboys defender Micah Parsons did), he'll have a chance to show his former team twice a year, thanks to his decision to sign with the Vikings, according to The Athletic's Dianna Russini.
Giants add Brian Burns, Jon Runyan Jr., and Devin Singletary: Yes, the Eagles landed Saquon Barkley, but the Giants made a slew of moves on Monday. Most notably, they acquired edge rusher Brian Burns in a trade with the Carolina Panthers and landed the son of a member of the Eagles Hall of Fame.
Other notable signings: Former Eagles quarterback Gardner Minshew is heading to the Raiders on a two year, $25 million deal; Aaron Rodgers has a new backup, with the Jets signing Tyrod Taylor; the Cowboys are losing running back Tony Pollard to the Titans; Xavier McKinney, a potential safety target for the Eagles, is signing with the Packers.
– Rob Tornoe
Eagles fans excited about Saquon Barkley, but most wanted D'Andre Swift back
D’Andre Swift only spent a single season playing for his hometown Eagles and it feels like we barely knew him.
It appears that Philly fans wanted to know him a little more — 88.6% of Inquirer readers voted for Swift to stick around for another season in our annual Stay or Go poll.
New York Post features Saquon Barkley in green
Reaction to the Eagles adding Saquon Barkley
The Eagles made a splash on Monday by landing former New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley with a three-year, $37.75 million deal.
We know what former Giants running back turned broadcaster Tiki Barber thinks of Barkley's move to Philadelphia. Here's what our Eagles beat writers think of the deal.
Eagles still need help at safety. Here are some remaining options.
The Eagles still need help at safety. Fortunately, a number of players that would fit new defensive coordinator Vic Fangio’s system remain available, according to my colleague EJ Smith.
Justin Simmons: The 31-year-old former Broncos safety may not be the type of ascending young player the Eagles are hoping to build around for years to come, but he’s got experience playing at an All-Pro level with Fangio as his coach dating back to their shared time in Denver. He’s either been named second-team All-Pro or earned a Pro Bowl nod in each of the last five seasons and is coming off a year in which he earned both.
2024 NFL calendar: Forthcoming offseason dates
March 13: New league year starts, free agency officially begins at 4 p.m.
March 24 to 27: Annual League Meeting, Orlando, Fla.
April 19: Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets
April 25 to 27: NFL Draft, Detroit
Sept. 5: NFL 2024 season kickoff, hosted by defending Super Bowl LVIII champions Kansas City Chiefs
– Rob Tornoe