By Glenn Erby | May 31, 2021 6:26 am ET
As the Eagles work towards the start of the 2021 NFL season, it’s never too early for a look ahead at Philadelphia’s pending 2022 free agents list.
The Eagles will have 46 guys eligible for some form of free agency, with Dallas Goedert, Jordan Mailata, and Derek Barnett the homegrown headliners. Guys like Anthony Harris, Eric Wilson, and Ryan Kerrigan also return to the open market.
Alshon Jeffery also carries a dead money cap hit of $5.4 million.
Here’s an early look.
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones (8) scrambles away from Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham (55) in action during an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
2022-2023 years automatically void
Graham’s contract extension essentially became a one-year deal with the other two years as voids. The Eagles brought Graham back for his leadership, but he’ll be 33 at the end of this season, and Philadelphia will have Josh Sweat and Derek Barnett as free agents.
Philadelphia Eagles’ Jason Kelce watches a drill during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
2022-2025 automatically void prior to 2022 league year ($15M of dead cap)
In 2021, Kelce will earn a base salary of $1,075,000 and a signing bonus of $7,925,000, while carrying a cap hit of $5,574,000.
October 4, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz (86) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
2022-2023 are dummy years that automatically void
In 2021, Ertz will earn a base salary of $8,500,000, while carrying a cap hit of $12,721,500 and a dead cap value of $7,769,500.
14. Rodney McLeod: $5,200,000
McLeod will be 32 and the leader of the Eagles secondary could need a career year to return.
The former Viking signed a one-year deal and a big 2021 could see him return to Philadelphia under Jonathan Gannon.
Philadelphia Eagles’ Joe Flacco participates in a drill during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
10. Derek Barnett: $10,051,000
In 2021, Barnett will earn a base salary of $10,051,000, while carrying a cap hit of $10,051,000 and a dead cap value of $10,051,000.
The former first-round pick could be in line for a 4-year, $40 million deal that could add more cap space for the Eagles.
Minnesota Vikings outside linebacker Eric Wilson (50) in action against the Detroit Lions during an NFL football game, Saturday, Jan. 3, 2021, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Rick Osentoski)
Philadelphia Eagles’ Ryan Kerrigan walks onto the field during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
Dec 6, 2020; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson (33) runs past Chicago Bears inside linebacker Roquan Smith (58) during the first half at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Craig James during an NFL football game against the New York Giants on Sunday, Dec. 29, 2019, in East Rutherford, N.J. The Eagles won 34-17.(AP Photo/Vera Nieuwenhuis)
Philadelphia Eagles’ Dallas Goedert participates in a drill during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
It makes no sense to use the franchise tag on Goedert.
The Eagles legit No. 1 tight end once Zach Ertz moves on, Goedert could be in line for a breakout season.
A solid contributor over the past three seasons, Goedert has 137 receptions, 1,465 yards receiving, and 12 touchdowns in 42 career games.
Goedert hasn’t been an elite tight end, but neither is Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry, and both were paid well this offseason by the New England Patriots. The Eagles’ tight end won’t get Travis Kelce or George Kittle money, but he’s just as valuable as Smith and Henry potential-wise.
In 11 games played during the 2020 NFL season, Goedert finished outside the top-16 in catches and yards, but his numbers were better than Smith’s and slightly behind Henry despite playing three fewer games.
Goedert could be in line for a four-year, $52 million contract with the Eagles, with the tight end getting around $30 million in fully guaranteed salary.
Per Over The Cap, that number would be put Goedert at $13 million per season, and right behind Travis Kelce for the highest average per year.
Dec 27, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Andy Dalton (14) rolls out against Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle T.Y. McGill (76) in the third quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Jordan Howard (28) runs the ball against the Dallas Cowboys in the first quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 6, 2020; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Boston Scott (35) reaches for the football as Green Bay Packers outside linebacker Christian Kirksey (58) defends during the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Saints’ Jared Cook (87) is tackled by Eagles’ Kevon Seymour (41) Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020 in Philadelphia. The Eagles won 24-21.
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Jan 3, 2021; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Alex Singleton (49) reacts after sacking Washington Football Team quarterback Alex Smith (11) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
GLENDALE, ARIZONA – DECEMBER 20: Greg Ward #84 of the Philadelphia Eagles catches a second quarter touchdown pass against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 20, 2020 in Glendale, Arizona. (Photo by Norm Hall/Getty Images)
Minnesota Vikings cornerback Nate Meadors (26) is shown during the NFL football team’s training camp Monday Aug. 24, 2020, in Eagan, Minn. (AP Photo/Jim Mone)
Philadelphia Eagles tight end Hakeem Butler (89) looks on prior to the NFL football game against the New York Giants, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
Philadelphia Eagles’ Avonte Maddox plays during the first half of an NFL football game against the New Orleans Saints, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola)
In 2021, Maddox will earn a base salary of $2,183,000 after earning a performance bonus, while carrying a cap hit of $2,339,480 and a dead cap value of $156,480.
Nov 30, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) avoids the rush of Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Josh Sweat (94) during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Three of the Eagles’ top-four pass rushers will be free agents and Sweat could land a huge deal with a breakout season.
CLEVELAND, OH – AUGUST 8: Ross Pierschbacher #72 of the Washington Redskins stands on the sideline during the third quarter of the game against the Cleveland Browns at FirstEnergy Stadium on August 8, 2019 in Cleveland, Ohio. Cleveland defeated Washington 30-10. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)
October 4, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Sua Opeta (78) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Eagles’ Travis Fulgham (13) catches the ball for a touchdown against the Cowboys Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020 in Philadelphia, Pa.
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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) and tight end Caleb Wilson (83) warm up before a game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020.
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Philadelphia Eagles’ Jason Croom participates in a drill during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
Dec 6, 2020; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) scrambles away from Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Raequan Williams (61) in the fourth quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
Philadelphia Eagles center Luke Juriga looks on during an NFL football practice, Sunday, Aug. 23, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Chris Szagola, Pool)
October 4, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Grayland Arnold (37) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 27, 2020; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Michael Gallup (13) catches a touchdown pass against Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Michael Jacquet (38) in the second quarter at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-USA TODAY Sports
Philadelphia Eagles’ Elijah Riley (48) during warm ups before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Genard Avery (58) waits for play to resume, during the second half at an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Dec. 1, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
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Cornerback Zech McPhearson, left, runs a drill with cornerback Lavert Hill during rookie minicamp at the NFL football team’s training facility, Friday, May 14, 2021, in Philadelphia. (Tim Tai/The Philadelphia Inquirer via AP, Pool)
Philadelphia Eagles’ Elijah Holyfield participates in a drill during organized team activities at the NFL football team’s training facility, Tuesday, May 25, 2021, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum, Pool)
October 4, 2020; Santa Clara, California, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Matt Pryor (69) before the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Jordan Mailata (68) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
The former Rugby player could be in line for a huge payday at left tackle.
Chicago Bears linebacker Rashad Smith works on the field during an NFL football camp practice in Lake Forest, Ill., Monday, Aug. 17, 2020. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, Pool)
Philadelphia Eagles offensive guard Nate Herbig (67) takes a break on the sideline during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Nov 1, 2020; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker T.J. Edwards (57) reacts after a defensive stop against the Dallas Cowboys during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 20, 2020; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Brett Toth (64) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
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