UPGRADES: Philadelphia Eagles BETTER EQUIPPED for a Super Bowl run in 2026 vs 2025?
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On this Wednesday edition of the Locked On Eagles podcast, host Louis DiBiase evaluates whether the Philadelphia Eagles are better equipped for a Super Bowl run in 2026 compared to 2025. He breaks down the roster upgrades and downgrades position by position, concluding that while the team made five key improvements—tight end, running back, offensive line, cornerback, and coaching staff—they also experienced three minor downgrades at quarterback, wide receiver, and safety. Despite losing star wide receiver A.J. Brown, DiBiase argues the Eagles' depth and versatility at receiver, combined with the addition of high-upside players like Makai Lemon and Eli Stowers, make the position competitive. The defense, led by Vic Fangio, is projected to improve with the acquisition of Reek Wollin at cornerback and a stronger coaching staff under Sean Mannion. DiBiase emphasizes that the biggest upgrade may not be personnel, but the coaching overhaul, which he believes will elevate the offense after a historically poor 2025 performance under Kevin Petulo. Overall, he concludes the 2026 Eagles are more balanced, efficient, and better prepared for a deep playoff run than their 2025 counterpart.
The Eagles upgraded at tight end, running back, offensive line, cornerback, and coaching staff—five key areas of improvement.
Despite losing A.J. Brown, the Eagles’ wide receiver depth and versatility are stronger in 2026, though talent at the position is slightly downgraded.
The coaching staff, especially Sean Mannion at offensive coordinator, is projected to be a major upgrade over Kevin Petulo’s historically poor 2025 performance.
Defensive improvements are driven by Reek Wollin at cornerback and a stronger overall coaching presence, despite minor safety depth concerns.
The Eagles’ 2026 roster is more balanced and efficient on paper, making a Super Bowl run more plausible than in 2025.
Introduction and Podcast Overview
Louis DiBiase introduces the episode, emphasizing the Eagles' potential to be better equipped for a Super Bowl run in 2026 compared to 2025. He outlines the position-by-position analysis to follow.
Offensive Upgrades: Tight End, Running Back, and Offensive Line
“Eli Stowers is by far the most dangerous weapon you've had at tight end behind Dallas Goddard since 2021.”
Wide Receiver: Talent vs. Depth Debate
“I would much rather have next to Devante Smith a happy A.J. Brown.”
Quarterback and Schematic Shifts
DiBiase downgrades QB3 due to the loss of Sam Howell, but praises the overall QB room and emphasizes the offensive scheme change under new coordinator Sean Mannion as a major upgrade.
Defensive Improvements: Cornerback and Coaching
“Reek Wollin’s elite moments are on another level compared to Adoree Jackson.”
“Kevin Petulo, I think with that being said, had the worst season a play caller has ever had.”
“I would much rather have next to Devante Smith a happy A.J. Brown.”
“The biggest upgrade may not be personnel, but the coaching overhaul.”
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Louis DiBiase
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A.J. Brown
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Howie Roseman
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Jalen Hurts
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Eli Stowers
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Sean Mannion
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Devante Smith
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Makai Lemon
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Reek Wollin
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Kevin Petulo
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