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Glenn Erby

Several Eagles players change jersey numbers after 53-man roster cuts

Training camp started with 90 players on the roster before getting trimmed down to 53 players over the past several days with a few shocking roster cuts.

With 37 players getting cut, three Eagles decided to change their jersey numbers ahead of the season opener at New England.

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With the season opener fast approaching, here’s a look at the changes.

#19 QB Tanner Mckee

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New number: 19

Old number: 10

McKee wore the No. 18 at Stanford, and after winning the quarterback battle with Ian Book, the rookie took the No. 19.

#22 CB Kelee Ringo

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New number: 22

Old number: 37

The All-SEC cornerback wore the No. 5 at Georgia.

#74 OL Fred Johnson

(Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

New number: 74

Old number: 50

After signing a new two-year deal, Johnson switched jersey numbers.

TE Albert Okwuegbunam

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New number: 85

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