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Seven Eagles players most likely to earn a Pro Bowl nod in 2026
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The Philadelphia Eagles still have one of the NFL's most talented rosters, even after major changes reshaped parts of their offense and defense heading into 2026. A.J. Brown is no longer on the roster, which changes the passing-game hierarchy and raises the importance of DeVonta Smith , Dallas Goedert , and the team's new-look receiver room. Reed Blankenship , Nakobe Dean , and other contributors are gone as well, putting more responsibility on Philadelphia's young defensive core. Still, the Eagles have enough established stars, high-end offensive linemen, and ascending defenders to send multiple players to the Pro Bowl if they remain one of the NFC's top teams.
Here are the seven Eagles players most likely to earn Pro Bowl honors in 2026, with one additional name who could easily force his way into the conversation.
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1. Jalen Hurts
Hurts remains Philadelphia's most visible Pro Bowl candidate because he is the franchise quarterback and the player most responsible for the Eagles' championship ceiling. His rushing ability, red zone production, and leadership continue to make him one of the NFL's most recognizable quarterbacks, and his statistical profile should remain strong if Philadelphia stays near the top of the NFC.
Hurts ranked sixth in the NFL with 33 total touchdowns, trailing Matthew Stafford , Josh Allen , Trevor Lawrence , Drake Maye , and Jared Goff . He is also one of only five quarterbacks since 2000 to post 30 or more total touchdowns in four straight seasons, joining Drew Brees , Allen, Aaron Rodgers , and Russell Wilson . The Eagles have reshaped the passing game around DeVonta Smith, Dallas Goedert, Makai Lemon, Hollywood Brown , Dontayvion Wicks , and Elijah Moore , while Sean Mannion's arrival gives Hurts a new offensive voice to work with. Quarterback remains one of the toughest Pro Bowl paths because of star competition across the conference, but Hurts' team success, rushing production, and national profile make him the Eagles' safest offensive candidate.
2. Jalen Carter
Carter may be Philadelphia's best defensive Pro Bowl candidate. The former first-round pick was the Eagles' lone Pro Bowl starter last season despite dealing with two injured shoulders and missing five games. In 12 games, he still produced 33 tackles, 41 quarterback pressures, 11 quarterback hits, and three sacks.
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Interior defensive line play is difficult to quantify, but Carter's impact is obvious. He changes protections, collapses pockets, and creates opportunities for edge rushers and defensive backs. If he stays healthy and avoids the discipline issues that hurt him early last season, Carter has the talent to become one of the NFL's most dominant defensive linemen and a repeat Pro Bowl selection.
3. Saquon Barkley
Barkley remains one of the NFL's most marketable and explosive running backs, and he should again have one of the league's best offensive lines in front of him. Philadelphia's offense is still built around the run game, Hurts' dual-threat ability, and the physical advantage created by Jordan Mailata , Landon Dickerson , Cam Jurgens , Tyler Steen , and Lane Johnson .
Barkley became the first Eagle to rush for 1,000 or more yards in back-to-back seasons since LeSean McCoy did it in 2013 and 2014, finishing with 1,140 rushing yards, which ranked 10th in the NFL. The Eagles have depth behind him with Tank Bigsby , Will Shipley , Dameon Pierce , and Carson Steele , but Barkley remains the featured back. If he stays healthy, produces explosive runs, and continues to score touchdowns in a high-profile offense, he will have a strong Pro Bowl case.
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4. Lane Johnson
Johnson remains one of the safest Pro Bowl candidates on the roster because reputation matters, and his reputation is still elite. The 35-year-old right tackle is a future Hall of Famer with six Pro Bowls, two first-team All-Pro selections, and two Super Bowl championships, and the Eagles' offense continues to look different when he is unavailable.
Johnson's path to another Pro Bowl depends on health and durability. When he is on the field, he remains one of the best pass-protecting tackles in football and one of the most respected offensive linemen in the league. Philadelphia's record with and without him has long reinforced his value, and another strong season could easily put him back among the NFC's Pro Bowl tackles.
5. DeVonta Smith
Smith's Pro Bowl case may be stronger than ever because Brown's departure makes him the unquestioned No. 1 wide receiver in Philadelphia. The former Heisman Trophy winner has already posted multiple 1,000-yard seasons, set the franchise rookie receiving record, and established himself as one of the NFL's cleanest route runners.
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The question is volume. Smith has often been efficient while sharing targets in a loaded offense, but 2026 should bring more opportunities and more responsibility. If he handles No. 1 coverage, produces another 1,000-yard season and becomes Hurts' clear first read in key moments, Smith could earn the Pro Bowl recognition that has sometimes been harder to secure while playing next to another star receiver.
6. Quinyon Mitchell
Mitchell has a real chance to become the NFL's best cornerback. The 2024 first-round pick quickly solidified himself as one of the NFL's top young defensive backs, and his profile only grew after another dominant season in coverage.
According to Next Gen Stats, Mitchell led all NFL cornerbacks in catch rate allowed at 42.4% and average target separation at 1.8 yards among cornerbacks with at least 60 targets. He also ranked second among cornerbacks in tight windows forced at 41.2%, behind Pat Surtain II, and tied for second in yards after catch allowed per reception at 2.3 yards among players with at least 35 receptions allowed. Mitchell also finished third at his position in passer rating allowed at 63.4, behind Derek Stingley and Joey Porter Jr. , and tied for third with 16 forced incompletions, trailing only Riley Moss and A.J. Terrell. He was the only cornerback to not allow a touchdown in 600 or more coverage snaps, giving him one of the strongest coverage résumés in the league.
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7. Cooper DeJean
DeJean deserves the final spot over Jordan Mailata because he already has All-Pro recognition and a statistical profile that places him among the NFL's best slot defenders. The Eagles' secondary is one of the biggest strengths on the roster, and DeJean's ability to cover, tackle, communicate, and handle multiple assignments gives the defense a rare inside-outside pairing with Mitchell.
DeJean led all NFL slot cornerbacks with a 79.3 PFF coverage grade, a 61.4% catch rate allowed, a 55.4 passer rating allowed, and 0.72 yards allowed per coverage snap among slot cornerbacks with at least 350 coverage snaps and 50 targets. He has also never allowed a passing touchdown as a slot cornerback. Pro Bowl voting can sometimes favor outside cornerbacks over slot defenders, but DeJean's production, All-Pro status, and versatility give him a legitimate path to leaguewide recognition if the Eagles' defense plays to its potential.
8. Zack Baun
Baun is the top player just outside the initial seven, and he could easily force his way into the Pro Bowl conversation with another high-level season. The Eagles lost Nakobe Dean, and Jihaad Campbell 's development will be closely watched, but Baun gives Philadelphia proven production, range, and versatility at linebacker.
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Baun was the only NFL player to post at least 120 tackles, 3.5 sacks, and three takeaways last season, finishing with 123 tackles, 3.5 sacks, two interceptions, and one fumble recovery. According to PFF, he was the league's second-highest graded linebacker at 83.9 among players with at least 1,000 defensive snaps, trailing only Jack Campbell . Linebacker can be a difficult Pro Bowl race, but Baun's production and efficiency give him a strong case if Philadelphia's defense remains one of the NFC's best.
Just missed: Jordan Mailata, Jonathan Greenard , Dallas Goedert, Jordan Davis, Nolan Smith
Mailata is one of the NFL's best offensive tackles and still deserves serious mention after finishing last season as Philadelphia's best offensive lineman. Greenard is an elite pass rusher and will have plenty of snaps to prove his value. Goedert could benefit from Brown's departure and become a bigger part of the passing game, but tight end competition remains difficult. Davis has a chance to earn recognition after signing a three-year, $78 million deal if his run defense and interior presence become more visible. Smith could make a leap if he turns pressure into sacks and becomes a more consistent edge presence.
This article originally appeared on Eagles Wire: Seven Eagles with the best chance to make 2026 Pro Bowl
