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Glenn Erby

2024 NFL offseason: Key dates for the Eagles to know ahead of free agency

The 2024 NFL offseason is officially underway after the Chiefs’ 25-22 win over the 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII from Las Vegas.

The league will take the next month to catch its breath, but the slowdown won’t last long, as potential free agents will face the franchise tag, and all 32 teams will head to Indianapolis for the NFL Scouting Combine at the end of February.

With the Bears now on the clock, we’re looking at critical dates for the Philadelphia Eagles and 31 other teams ahead of free agency.

Feb. 20 --Franchise tag

Feb 4, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; NFC running back D’Andre Swift (0) of the Philadelphia Eagles makes a catch during the 2024 Pro Bowl at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Beginning this date through 4:00 p.m., New York time on March 5, clubs may designate Franchise or Transition Players.

Philadelphia has free agents that would fit such a designation, with D’Andre Swift valuable, but not worth a $10 million tag.

Feb. 27 – March 4

Mar 5, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Alabama offensive lineman Tyler Steen (OL43) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Scouting Combine, Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis

GM Howie Roseman and staff will head to the midwest for a week of scouting prospect and potential free agent negotiations.

March 5

Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Prior to 4:00 p.m., New York time, deadline for clubs to designate Franchise or Transition Players.

March 11-13

(Courier-Post photo / USA TODAY Network)

During the period beginning at 12:00 noon, New York time, on March 11 and ending at 3:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 13, clubs are permitted to contact, and enter into contract negotiations with the certified agents of players who will become unrestricted free agents upon the expiration of their 2023 player contracts at 4:00 p.m., New York time, on March 13.

During the above two-day negotiating period, a prospective UFA who is not represented by an NFLPA Certified Contract Advisor (“Unrepresented Player”) is permitted to communicate directly with a new club’s front office officials (excluding the head coach and other members of the club’s coaching staff) regarding contract negotiations. The club is responsible for confirming the player’s status as an Unrepresented Player.

March 13

ORLANDO, FLORIDA – FEBRUARY 04: D’Andre Swift #0 of the Philadelphia Eagles and NFC catches a pass during the 2024 NFL Pro Bowl Games at Camping World Stadium on February 04, 2024 in Orlando, Florida. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images)

The 2024 League Year and Free Agency signing period begin at 4:00 p.m., New York time.
Trading period for 2024 begins at 4:00 p.m., New York time, after expiration of all 2023 contracts.

The first day of the 2024 League Year will end at 11:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 13. Clubs will receive a Personnel Notice that will include all transactions submitted to the League office during the period between 4:00 p.m., New York time, and 11:59:59 p.m., New York time, on March 13.

April 1

Dec 25, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Las Vegas Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce talks to media against the Kansas City Chiefs after the game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

The Falcons, Commanders, Seahawks, Patriots, Panthers, Raiders, Chargers and Titans may begin offseason workout programs after hiring new head coaches.

April 15

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on the sidelines during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

The Eagles and every other NFL team with returning head coaches may begin offseason workout programs.

April 25-27

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – APRIL 27: (L-R) Jalen Carter poses with NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell after being selected ninth overall by the Philadelphia Eagles during the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft at Union Station on April 27, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

NFL Draft, Detroit

May 2

Jan 15, 2024; Tampa, Florida, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (6) runs the ball against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the first half of a 2024 NFC wild card game at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Deadline for Clubs to exercise Fifth-Year Option for players selected in the first round of the 2021 Draft.

Philadelphia will sign DeVonta Smith to an extension, or certainly exercise his fifth-year option.

May 3-6 or May 10-13

May 6, 2022; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jordan Davis (90) runs drills during Rookie Minicamp at NovaCare Complex. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Clubs may elect to hold their one three-day post-Draft rookie minicamp from Friday through Sunday or Saturday through Monday on one of the two weekends following the Draft.

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