Eagles seek safety solutions after player losses

The Philadelphia Eagles are facing challenges in the safety position after key player departures. C.J. Gardner-Johnson has been traded to the Houston Texans, and Avonte Maddox has signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Lions. This has created depth issues for the Eagles. Last season, Gardner-Johnson and Reed Blankenship formed a strong safety pair, contributing significantly to the team's top-ranked pass defense. With both players now gone, the Eagles need to look for new options to fill these roles. Internal candidates like Sydney Brown and Lewis Cine could be promoted. Brown returns from injury and has shown promise, while Cine, a former first-round pick, has struggled to play due to injuries. In free agency, All-Pro safety Justin Simmons is available. He had a solid season with the Atlanta Falcons and knows the Eagles' defensive coordinator, Vic Fangio. However, signing Simmons could complicate the team's draft strategy and may not align with their goal of lowering the average age of their roster. The Eagles also plan to use the draft to address their needs. Their current picks include one in the third round and several in the fifth round. Texas' Andrew Mukuba is a potential target. He has skills that fit the Eagles' defensive scheme and finished last season with five interceptions. Another option could be Jaden Voisin, a player from South Alabama, who had impressive stats, including nine interceptions over two seasons. The Eagles will weigh their options carefully as they prepare for the upcoming season and draft.