6 Eagles’ offensive players who will become free agents in 2020

The Philadelphia Eagles are in really good shape salary cap wise and have the heart and soul of their team signed through the 2021 seasons. That doesn’t mean there won’t be attrition of the roster with young guys moving in and a few veterans moving on.

With Howie Roseman on the job accumulating draft picks and compensatory picks and just downright redefining what a salary cap guru is, here are four Eagles offensive players who’ll be free agents next winter.

Alshon Jeffery:

The Eagles star wide receiver will be 30 years old by the time the Super Bowl has been completed, and although his 2019 salary is guaranteed at $11,750,000, with a prorated bonus of $2,975,000, Jeffery’s salary in 2020 is not guaranteed past $1,000,000 for injury purposes per Over The Cap.

If Jeffery doesn’t have a big year or isn’t willing to restructure his deal, the Eagles could choose to move on.

Jan 13, 2019; New Orleans, LA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Nelson Agholor (13) runs after a catch during the first quarter of a NFC Divisional playoff football game against the New Orleans Saints at Mercedes-Benz Superdome. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY Sports

Nelson Agholor (UFA)

The Eagles exercised Agholor’s 2019 fifth-year option this past offseason, but the wideout was the subject of trade or release rumors, up until the draft was completed. Agholor will be a free agent next season, and a huge year could force the Eagles to choose between him and Alshon Jeffery.

Aug 16, 2018; Foxborough, MA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nate Sudfeld (7) passes the ball against the New England Patriots during the second quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

Nate Sudfeld (UFA):

Sudfeld is the Eagles backup quarterback, but Howie Roseman loves compensatory picks, and with Carson Wentz entrenched as the franchise quarterback, the plan is for Sudfeld to show enough in camp and limited game opportunities, that he deserves to be a starter on his own team. Sudfeld could also return to Philadelphia on a team friendly deal.

Jan 6, 2019; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard (24) runs the ball against Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) in the first half of a NFC Wild Card playoff football game at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Jordan Howard (UFA):

With Miles Sanders selected in the second round, this could be a one year rental for the Birds who traded for Howard. The Eagles are likely to wait and see how Howard performs in the Eagles’ offense as the lead running back.
If Howard can return to his status as one of the top rushers in the league, an extension could be on the horizon.

Jun 11, 2019; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Andre Dillard (77) and offensive tackle Jason Peters (71) talk during Minicamp at Novacare Complex. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

Jason Peters (UFA):

The future Hall of Famer will likely start his countdown towards retirement, but the fact remains this is probably Peters final season in Philly as a player.

Aug 10, 2017; Green Bay, WI, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Halapoulivaati Vaitai (72) during the game against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Halapoulivaati Vaitai (UFA):

The move to right guard has paid off, and now Vaitiai’s versatility could get him paid on the open market.