Eagles sign Elijah Mitchell, cut two from practice squad

Blue ran for 129 yards in 5 games in 2025

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

We have signed RB Elijah Mitchell to the Practice Squad and released C James Brockermeyer and RB Ian Wheeler from the un Via @Eagles on X

What happened: Elijah Mitchell takes a practice-squad running back spot. James Brockermeyer, signed Oct. 7, and Ian Wheeler, signed Oct. 15, were released to clear room. Jaydon Blue was waived and Carson Steele, signed Oct. 9, was waived with an injury designation.

Why it matters: Philadelphia has turned over the bottom of its depth chart three times in two weeks. Blue arrived with recent regular-season carries after 38 attempts for Dallas in 2025.

By the numbers: Jaydon Blue (2025, Cowboys): 38 carries, 129 yards, 1 touchdown in 5 games. Tenure to Oct. 20: Brockermeyer 13 days, Steele 11 days, Wheeler 5 days.

What to watch: Upcoming practices will show whether Mitchell elevates to the active roster. Steele's next designation will clarify his roster status.

Sources

@Eagles 2026-10-20T20:39:52.347110+00:00

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