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Eagles 53-man roster vs. Bills: News and notes for Week 12

The Eagles (9-1) return home to Lincoln Financial for their second Kelly Green game.

We’re now 8 hours away from an intriguing trap game matchup with the Buffalo Bills (6-5), who are coming off a 32-6 win against the New York Jets (4-7) in Week 11.

Sunday’s matchup will be the first between Jalen Hurts and Bills star signal-caller Josh Allen. At the same time, the wide receiver and cornerback positions offer key matchups featuring Stefon Diggs, Darius Slay, A.J. Brown, and Rasul Douglas.

With kickoff fast approaching, here’s an updated 53-man roster for Philadelphia after a slew of roster moves.

#0 D'Andre Swift, RB

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 20: D’Andre Swift #0 of the Philadelphia Eagles runs in for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs in the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Swift is among the league leaders in rushing yards, and will continue his march towards his first 1,000-yard rushing season.

#1 QB Jalen Hurts

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 20: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles scambles with the ball past L’Jarius Sneed #38 of the Kansas City Chiefs in the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

The All-Pro quarterback will face off against Josh Allen for the first time when they host the Bills at Lincoln Financial Field.

#2 CB Darius Slay

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Slay will have a must watch matchup against Buffalo wide receiver Stefon Diggs.

#3 LB Nolan Smith

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – AUGUST 17: Nolan Smith #3 of the Philadelphia Eagles looks on prior to the preseason game against the Cleveland Browns at Lincoln Financial Field on August 17, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

The rookie from Georgia will look to see his snaps increase after Philadelphia waived Derek Barnett.

#4 K Jake Elliott

Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

#6 WR Devonta Smith

Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Smith had 99 yards receiving in the Monday night win over Kansas City.

#7 LB Haason Reddick

Nov 20, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is sacked by Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Haason Reddick (7) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-USA TODAY Sports

Reddick will face off against Bills offensive tackle, and former Temple teammate, Dion Dawkins on Sunday.

#8 QB Marcus Mariota

Oct 22, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) and quarterback Marcus Mariota (8) in the tunnel before game against the Miami Dolphins at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

#10 P Braden Mann

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#11 WR A.J. Brown

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 20: L’Jarius Sneed #38 of the Kansas City Chiefs is tackled by A.J. Brown #11 of the Philadelphia Eagles after he intercepted a pass in the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

Brown will look to have a huge performance in Week 12 after being held to one catch for 8 yards in the win over Kansas City.

#13 WR Olamide Zaccheaus

(Photo by Mike Carlson/Getty Images)

#14 RB Kenneth Gainwell

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

#16 WR Quez Watkins

(Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Watkins returns to the lineup after missing more than a month with a hamstring injury.

#18 WR Britain Covey

Oct 22, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Britain Covey (18) runs onto the field for warmups against the Miami Dolphins at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Covey is among the league leaders in punt return yardage and trending towards earning a Pro Bowl berth.

#19 QB Tanner McKee

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

#21 DB Sydney Brown

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI – NOVEMBER 20: Justin Watson #84 of the Kansas City Chiefs is tackled by Sydney Brown #21 of the Philadelphia Eagles in the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium on November 20, 2023 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

#22 CB Kelee Ringo

Kelee Ringo: Photo credit: Kiel Legerre

#23 RB Rashaad Penny

(Photo by Julio Aguilar/Getty Images)

#24 RB James Bradberry

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Bradberry will have an intriguing matchup with Bills wide receiver, Gabriel Davis.

#28 CB Josh Jobe

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

#31 DB Kevin Byard

(Photo by David Eulitt/Getty Images)

The veteran safety will have a key matchup with Bills rookie tight end Dalton Kincaid.

#32 DB Reed Blankenship

Nov 20, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) scores a touchdown as Philadelphia Eagles safety Reed Blankenship (32) chases during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

#33 CB Bradley Roby

(Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

#34 CB Josiah Scott

(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

#35 RB Boston Scott

(Photo by Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

#39 CB Eli Ricks

(Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

#41 LB Nicholas Morrow

Nov 20, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Nicholas Morrow (41) recovers a fumble as Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling (11) defends during the second half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

#45 LS Rick Lovato

Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports

#48 LB Patrick Johnson

Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-USA TODAY Sports

#51 OL Cam Jurgens

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

The Eagles rushing attack and overall efficiency improved with Jurgens’ return to the lineup.

#52 LB Zach Cunningham

Nov 20, 2023; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes (15) is sacked by Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Zach Cunningham (52) and linebacker Haason Reddick (7) during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

#53 LB Christian Elliss

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#55 DE Brandon Graham

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Sunday’s game against the Bills will be Graham’s 189th regular season game in an Eagles uniform. He’ll pass David Akers on the all-time list.

#56 OL Tyler Steen

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#62 OL Jason Kelce

Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

#63 OL Jack Driscoll

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#65 OL Lane Johnson

(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

#68 OL Jordan Mailata

(AP Photo/Matt Rourke)

#69 OL Landon Dickerson

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 15: Jason Kelce #62 and Landon Dickerson #69 of the Philadelphia Eagles warms up before the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 15, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

#72 DT Moro Ojomo

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

With Milton Williams ruled out, Ojomo could be active for Sunday’s game vs. Buffalo.

#74 OL Fred Johnson

(Photo by Rob Carr/Getty Images)

#78 OL Sua Opeta

(AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

#80 WR Julio Jones

(Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images)

Jones could see his role in the red zone increase with Dallas Goedert unable to play.

#81 TE Grant Calcaterra

Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement Neitzel-USA TODAY Sports

#85 TE Albert Okwuegbunam

Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-USA TODAY Sports

#88 TE Dallas Goedert

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA – NOVEMBER 05: Dallas Goedert #88 of the Philadelphia Eagles is tackled by Damone Clark #33 of the Dallas Cowboys during the third quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on November 05, 2023 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Goedert will miss his second straight game since fracturing his forearm in Week 9 against Dallas.

#89 TE Jack Stoll

Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Stoll had one catch for 3-yards in the Monday night win over Kansas City.

#90 DT Jordan Davis

EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY – OCTOBER 15: Jordan Davis #90 and Brandon Graham #55 of the Philadelphia Eagles celebrate after a sack during the second quarter in the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on October 15, 2023 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)

#91 DT Fletcher Cox

Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports

#93 DT Milton Williams

Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports

Williams will miss this matchup with a concussion.

#94 DE Josh Sweat

(Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

#95 DT Marlon Tuipulotu

(AP Photo/Doug Murray)

#98 DT Jalen Carter

Oct 22, 2023; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Jalen Carter (98) looks on during the fourth quarter against the Miami Dolphins at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
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