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Eagles Sign Safeties Marcus Epps and J.T. Gray to Deals
The Philadelphia Eagles have agreed to terms with safeties Marcus Epps and J.T. Gray. The agreements follow the team's trade of safety Sydney Brown to the Atlanta Falcons.
The Eagles confirmed the signing of J.T. Gray on Friday. Gray, a special teams player, is an eight-year veteran with three All-Pro selections. He earned First-Team All-Pro in 2021 and Second-Team All-Pro honours in 2019 and 2024. Gray played seven seasons with the New Orleans Saints (2018-2024) before playing for the Ravens, Broncos, and Buccaneers in 2025. Epps played for the Eagles last season, participating in 12 games. Dianna Russini of TheAthletic reported the agreements.
Key Facts
- Marcus Epps and J.T. Gray are joining the Philadelphia Eagles as safeties.
- J.T. Gray is an eight-year NFL veteran and special teams player.
- Gray has three All-Pro selections.
- Marcus Epps played 12 games for the Eagles last season.
- Epps has a career total of 315 tackles.
- The Eagles traded safety Sydney Brown to the Falcons.
- Gray is a potential replacement for Brown on special teams.
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- NBC Sports — Eagles agree to terms with safeties Marcus Epps, J.T. Gray
- PhillyVoice — Eagles to sign S J.T. Gray