Philadelphia, PA – March 28, 2025, 10:45 AM PDT
The Philadelphia Eagles have signed veteran defensive tackle Linval Joseph to a 1-year, $2 million deal, bringing back the two-time Pro Bowler to help fill the void left by Milton Williams, who departed for the New England Patriots this offseason, sources told ESPN on Friday. The move comes as the Eagles aim to bolster their defensive line depth following their Super Bowl LIX victory.

Williams, a key contributor to the Eagles’ championship run, signed a 4-year, $104 million contract with the Patriots, leaving a significant gap in the defensive tackle rotation. Joseph, 36, previously played for the Eagles in 2022, appearing in 8 games and recording 20 tackles and 0.5 sacks en route to Super Bowl LVII. A 15-year veteran, Joseph spent 2024 with the Dallas Cowboys, playing all 17 games and tallying 2 sacks, 19 tackles, and a forced fumble, proving he still has gas in the tank (web ID: 0).

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Joseph’s signing aligns with GM Howie Roseman’s strategy of adding experienced veterans on short-term, low-cost deals, as seen with recent acquisitions like Adoree’ Jackson and Azeez Ojulari. With a projected market value of just under $2 million, Joseph offers a budget-friendly solution to bolster the defensive front alongside Jalen Carter and Jordan Davis. His familiarity with the NFC East, having played for the Cowboys in 2024, adds to his value (web ID: 0).

Eagles fans on X welcomed the move. “Joseph was solid for us in 2022—great depth signing!” posted @EaglesNation. Another fan added, “Love this! He’ll help fill Williams’ role without breaking the bank” (@PhillyFanatic). With $18.125 million in cap space, the Eagles continue to make savvy moves, and Joseph’s return could provide the veteran presence needed for another title run.