The Philadelphia Eagles released offensive lineman Nick Gates on Tuesday afternoon, according to an official team announcement.
Gates, 29, was set to be an unrestricted free agent on March 12. It’s a little surprising that the Eagles didn’t just let his contract expire but perhaps the team is doing a favor to Gates and his agent by giving them more time to potentially catch on with a new team.
The Eagles originally signed Gates — who has guard and center versatility — during training camp in late July 2024. He began the season on the practice squad before they promoted him to the roster. Gates really only played in garbage time prior to making a Week 18 start against the New York Giants (one of his former teams) when the Eagles were resting their starters. The Eagles placed Gates on injured reserve to open up a roster spot for activating Brandon Graham the day before Super Bowl LIX.
We’ll see if Gates finds a new NFL home. Maybe he’ll follow former Eagles run game specialist/assistant offensive line coach T.J. Paganetti to the New Orleans Saints?
Gates leaves Philly as a Super Bowl champion.
He’s the shirtless guy below, in case you didn’t already know.
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