Philadelphia Eagles Players To Watch - 2026 Fantasy Football

The Philadelphia Eagles' roster features several promising young talents poised to elevate their game to elite status. As schemes adapt and depth charts shift, three offensive and three defensive players stand out as the top candidates for a breakout season.   

Offense

Dontayvion Wicks (WR)

Arriving via trade to help retool the receiver corps, Wicks quickly claimed the WR2 spot from a crowded field of wideouts trying to fill the void of the departed A. J. Brown.  Operating alongside DeVonta Smith, Wicks' sharp route-running over the middle should grant him substantial targets in what should be a highly efficient offense. This could be the breakout year that the Eagles need and the Packers didn’t want to wait for.

Tyler Steen (RG)

Now fully settled into the right guard starter position, Steen showed vast improvement during camp, adjusting to the scheme and improving both his run blocking and pass blocking skills. Slotting next to veterans Lane Johnson and Cam Jurgens, his physical tools and line chemistry put him in line to have a dominant campaign upfront.   

Eli Stowers (TE) 

A former elite dual-threat quarterback with off-the-charts athleticism, including a 45.5-inch vertical jump and a 4.51 40-yard dash, Stowers offers explosive playmaking capabilities after the catch. What’s more, the interesting rookie has true production potential. Coming off a college career at Vanderbilt where he won the John Mackey Award as the nation's top tight end, Stowers is primed to be utilized as a dynamic pass-catching weapon in multi-TE formations and mismatch scenarios.   

Defense

Jihaad Campbell (LB) 

Moving exclusively to off-ball linebacker in defensive coordinator Vic Fangio's defense, Campbell's elite athleticism and coverage ability give him high-tackle and playmaker potential. He may end up being the Birds’ most improved defensive player when the season concludes.

Jalyx Hunt (EDGE) 

After demonstrating game-changing upside, Hunt enters the season having earned expanded snaps off the edge. His speed off the ball and relentless motor position him to become a premier double-digit sack artist.

Andrew Mukuba (S) 

Back fully healthy, Mukuba's instincts and range at safety fit perfectly alongside the team's elite cornerback room. His versatility down in the box or deep in coverage will unlock his potential as a true turnover machine.   

With these six players taking major steps forward, Philadelphia possesses the high-ceiling depth required to compete for a championship.