Jason Kelce Drops UFA Advice for Howie Roseman on New Heights Podcast Amid Eagles’ Cap Crunch

Philadelphia, PA – March 15, 2025, 07:29 AM PDT
Former Eagles center Jason Kelce turned the latest New Heights podcast into a strategic huddle Friday, offering GM Howie Roseman a lifeline as the Eagles navigate a salary cap crisis following a slew of key departures. Joined by brother Travis, Jason laid out his picks for unrestricted free agents (UFAs) to rebuild the roster, airing live from their signature set with water bottles and mics in hand.

With the Eagles’ cap space dwindling to $22 million after prioritizing Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown, and Saquon Barkley, Kelce addressed the sting of losing Josh Sweat, Milton Williams, C.J. Gardner-Johnson, and Mekhi Becton to the Chargers just yesterday. “Howie’s got a mess to clean up, but these guys can help,” Jason said, his voice resonating with the grit of his 13-year Eagles tenure.

Kelce zeroed in on three UFAs still available as of this morning. He first suggested Elgton Jenkins, the 27-year-old Bears guard. “Jenkins is a Pro Bowler—perfect for that right guard hole Becton left,” he argued, citing Jenkins’ 79.2 PFF pass-blocking grade in 2024. Next, he pitched A.J. Terrell, the 26-year-old Falcons cornerback. “Terrell’s a top-tier CB—Slay’s gone, and he’d pair great with Mitchell,” Jason noted, referencing Terrell’s 3 INTs in 2023. Finally, he recommended Azeez Ojulari, the 24-year-old Giants edge rusher. “Ojulari’s young and could replace Sweat’s sacks with Fangio’s coaching,” he added, highlighting Ojulari’s 6 sacks last season.

The podcast, streamed on YouTube, drew instant buzz on X: “Kelce’s got Howie’s playbook—sign these guys!” Fans praised Jason’s insider knowledge, honed during his Super Bowl LII run. Roseman, who’s leaned on restructures to manage the cap, hasn’t commented, but with free agency in high gear, Kelce’s advice could steer the Eagles’ next move.