Obi Melifonwu wasn’t the only addition to the Eagles roster on Thursday afternoon. The team announced that former Chargers receiver Andre Patton has also been signed.
This hardly comes as a surprise. The Eagles have a deep wide receiver group, but as things stand, it’s looking pretty barren due to minor injuries.
Jalen Reagor – lower body – limited
Greg Ward – Non COVID illness – limited
Travis Fulgham – lower body – day-to-day
Quez Watkins – lower body – day-to-day
With at least two of those receivers playing in the slot and another two with the ability to play both inside and outside, it means plenty of exposure for players like John Hightower and J.