Eagles host Browns in second preseason game

Philadelphia hosts Cleveland for the second preseason game, with depth players aiming to earn roster spots.

Eagles face Browns as depth players vie for roster spots

The Philadelphia Eagles host the Cleveland Browns on Saturday afternoon for the team’s second preseason game. The matchup comes after two joint practice sessions earlier in the week and will be played at Lincoln Financial Field. Coach Nick Sirianni has said the joint practices help evaluate the starting unit, but the game will largely test the players in the depth chart as roster decisions loom. Attention remains on the wide receiver group after standout moments against the Bengals, and the competition at the starting cornerback spot persists as the defense adjusts.

On the Browns side, familiar faces will be on the sideline, including defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett, receiver DeAndre Carter, and defensive end KJ Henry. The game offers fringe players a chance to prove themselves in game speed, while veterans look to stay sharp as the regular season nears.

This preseason game functions as a crowded audition for players outside the top starters. A strong performance from a reserve can shift how coaches view the depth chart and practice squad prospects, sometimes more than the box score dictates. The Eagles and Browns will also evaluate how well players adapt to game tempo and in-game adjustments, which can influence special teams roles and rotational decisions.

Beyond wins and losses, the event signals how teams manage competing priorities—evaluation under pressure, development of young players, and the balance between immediate results and longer-term roster building. The outcome matters less than the momentum a few players gain as the season approaches and as scouts file their notes for upcoming cuts and moves.

Highlights

Momentum on the field often translates to decisions off it as teams finalize their rosters.