Merrill Reese Drops Bombshell Text to Howie Roseman

Legendary Eagles play-by-play announcer Merrill Reese has unleashed a blockbuster message to General Manager Howie Roseman, praising his offseason wizardry and forecasting a bright future for the defending Super Bowl LIX champions. In a text revealed on WIP-FM Friday morning, Reese wrote: “Howie, you’re one sly transfer fox. This Eagles dynasty’s locked in for at least five more years with these kids.”

Reese’s optimism stems from the youth powering Philly’s roster, a group Roseman has masterfully assembled despite losing veterans like Josh Sweat and C.J. Gardner-Johnson. The voice of Eagles Nation pointed to a core of rising stars: cornerback Cooper DeJean (22), cornerback Quinyon Mitchell (23), defensive tackle Jalen Carter (23), edge rusher Jalyx Hunt (23), edge rusher Nolan Smith (24), linebacker Nakobe Dean (24), defensive end Josh “JD” Davis (25), and wide receiver Jahan “Reed” Dotson (25). “These aren’t just players—they’re the future,” Reese said on air.

At 82, Reese has seen it all in his 48-year tenure, but he’s rarely sounded this bullish. With an average age of 23.5 among these key contributors—all drafted or nurtured under Roseman’s watch—the Eagles boast one of the NFL’s youngest foundations. Carter’s 8.5 sacks, Mitchell’s 4 interceptions, and Smith’s 6.5 sacks in 2024 highlight their breakout potential, while DeJean and Hunt emerged as rookie standouts.

Roseman, dubbed a “transfer fox” for trades like snagging Kenyon Green and signing short-term bets like Joshua Uche, shrugged off the praise. “Merrill’s the heart of this city—he sees what we’re building,” he told reporters. With $22 million in cap space and compensatory picks looming, Roseman’s youth movement could keep Philly atop the NFC East through 2030.

Fans on X echoed Reese’s hype: “Merrill’s right—Howie’s playing chess while others play checkers.” If this young core delivers, the Eagles’ reign might just be getting started.