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The Philadelphia Eagles officially announced two roster moves ahead of their Week 3 home game against the Los Angeles Rams. An overview:
- TE Cameron Latu and S Marcus Epps were temporarily elevated from the practice squad.
Note: teams can temporarily elevate two practice squad players per week up to three times each in the regular season and an unlimited number of times in the postseason.
Let’s sort through this news on a player-by-player basis.
CAMERON LATU
The Eagles previously elevated Latu in Week 2 with Dallas Goedert unable to play. He was the third tight end behind Grant Calcaterra and Kylen Granson. With Goedert now back, the Eagles are still elevating Latu since 1) he’s shined on special teams (nearly blocked two punts against the Chiefs!) and 2) he can also contribute as a fullback. Latu could play his way into a roster spot if he continues to shine in his dirty work role. His ability to block really stands out since Calcaterra really struggles in that regard and Granson isn’t worlds better.
(Jersey number note: Latu is now wearing No. 36 … not the No. 49 he’s pictured with.)
MARCUS EPPS
The Eagles previously elevated Epps to the game day roster in both Week 1 and Week 2 to have a fourth safety behind Reed Blankenship, Andrew Mukuba, and Sydney Brown. Epps now has no more remaining elevations for the rest of the regular season. So, the Eagles will have to sign him to the active roster if they want him to suit up moving forward. Maybe they’ll waive Kenyon Green again to open up a spot for Epps?
